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A man was arrested by police in Croydon after allegedly becoming “aggressive” during King Charles’s visit to the town.
The Metropolitan Police were forced to step in after the Surrey Street market trader reportedly caused trouble behind the safety barriers.
According to local media outlet Your Local Guardian, an eyewitness saw the trader being taken away by officers shortly before 1pm.
The Met confirmed that a man was arrested on Friday during the King’s visit for preventing a “breach of the peace”.
It is alleged he became “aggressive” on two occasions, the first time behind a safety barrier and the second time within the crowd waiting to catch a glimpse of the Monarch.
A Met Police spokesman said in a statement: “Officers made one arrest on Friday, 13 November to prevent a breach of the peace.
“A man was spoken to by officers after he became aggressive while stood behind the metal safety barrier and again within the crowd.
“The man was taken away from the area and, once there was no likelihood of a continuation of the breach, he was released.”
The King undertook several engagements in the town as part of his early birthday celebrations.
He arrived without Queen Camila by royal helicopter at Trinity School’s Sandilands sports ground, before being driven to his planned engagements.
King Charles began his day in South Croydon at the Brit School, where he was greeted by excited students.
The Monarch watched a fashion showcase and student performances there, including a musical theatre piece accompanied by composer Lord Lloyd Webber.
The King then travelled to the town centre to join the celebrations on Surrey Street Market, which was first granted its royal charter in 1276.
He met local stallholders, watched a Bollywood dance and musical performance, and visited local businesses including Oree Mart.
King Charles was then presented with and cut a birthday cake, while schoolchildren from Howard Primary School and Shirley High School sang “Happy Birthday”.
One student shouted “yes, boss!” at the King, which he laughed at.
The King met trader Kevin Allagapen, a juice seller and nutritionist on a mission to “make Croydon healthier”.
Mr Allagapen, who has been running his Amati stall since August, told reporters he was “really stressed” about meeting the King.
He added: “It was good to meet him and he’s a nice guy.”
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