Boris Johnson in car crash outside Parliament after protester jumps out

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been involved in a crash today after being targeted by a protester.
By Claire Lewis
Published 17th Jun 2020, 15:00 BST
Updated 17th Jun 2020, 15:07 BST
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The Prime Minister's convoy was targeted by a protester as it left the gates of Parliament.

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The protester was in the road outside the Palace of Westminster as Mr Johnson's convoy left following Prime Minister's questions.

Police detain a man after he ran in front of Prime Minister Boris Johnson's car -Victoria Jones/PA WirePolice detain a man after he ran in front of Prime Minister Boris Johnson's car -Victoria Jones/PA Wire
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The lead car was forced to stop, with an escorting vehicle running into the back of it.

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A dent was visible in Prime Minister's Jaguar.