Live Updates: Two Killed, Three Injured in Stabbing Attack at London Bridge, Suspect Shot Dead

The Metropolitan Police also added that a man and two women were also injured and remain in hospital, Reuters reported.

According to the police, the suspect was 28-year-old Usman Khan, who had been residing in the Staffordshire area. The police said that the man had been convicted in 2012 for terrorism offences and was released in December 2018.

"We are now in a position to confirm the identity of the suspect as 28-year-old Usman Khan (10.03.1991), who had been residing in the Staffordshire area," the police said in a statement, adding that it was not actively seeking anyone else in relation to the attack.

The man who stabbed two people to death in London was released from prison about a year ago after agreeing to wear an electronic tag, The Times newspaper reported. The attacker also had been convicted of an "Islamist terrorism-related offence", the newspaper said, citing government sources.

Police statement: Commissioner Cressida Dick gives a statement on #LondonBridge incident 29.11.19 https://t.co/vmCi39e7Zv

— Metropolitan Police (@metpoliceuk) November 29, 2019

Two of the five people wounded in the London Bridge incident have died, London police service Commissioner Cressida Dick said Friday.

"As well as the suspect, shot dead by police, two of those injured in this attack in the London Bridge area have tragically lost their lives. My heart goes out to their loved ones and to the three further injured victims who I understand are being treated in hospital," she told reporters.

My statement on the incident at London Bridge. pic.twitter.com/VKX7lorkja

— Mayor of London (@MayorofLondon) November 29, 2019

"President Trump has been briefed on this morning’s attack at the London Bridge and is monitoring the situation", White House deputy press secretary Judd Deere said in a statement "The United States strongly condemns all horrific acts of violence on innocent people, and we pledge our full support to our Ally, the United Kingdom".

British police shot dead a man on London Bridge in a terrorism incident, the UK's top counter-terrorism officer said, adding that the suspect wore a hoax explosive vest.

"A male suspect was shot by specialist armed officers from City of London Police and I can confirm that this suspect died at the scene. A number of other people received injuries during the incident and as soon as we can provide further updates on their condition, we will. Our heartfelt sympathies go out to those anxiously awaiting news from loved ones", he said.

He also added that the extensive cordons in the area will remain in place for a considerable amount of time.

"Due to reports that the suspect may have had an explosive device, specialist officers also attended the scene and wide cordons are in place to ensure there remains no further danger to the public. However, I can confirm that at this time, we believe a device that was strapped to the body of the suspect is a hoax explosive device. Officers continue to carry out meticulous searches in the area to ensure there is no outstanding threat to the public", he added.

We are aware of an ongoing situation at London Bridge and advise you follow the Met Police for further instructions. Please avoid the area. If you are currently in London, please check in with family and friends https://t.co/NeSlEYgeVQ

— US Embassy London Consular (@USAinUKConsular) November 29, 2019

Very concerned by ongoing incident at London Bridge. My thoughts are with all affected. I am grateful for the rapid response of our police and I urge everyone to follow their advice.

— Priti Patel (@patel4witham) November 29, 2019

London Transport Service confirmed that London Bridge remained closed in both directions between Fenchurch Street to the north and Southwark Street to the south. Additionally, there are long delays on Tower Bridge Road and on Southwark Bridge Road.

At this stage, the circumstances relating to the incident at #LondonBridge remain unclear. However, as a precaution, we are currently responding to this incident as though it is terror-related.

One man has been shot by police. We will provide further information when possible.

— Metropolitan Police (@metpoliceuk) November 29, 2019