American Apparel sale closed in London after scuffles

Up to 10 police officers were injured after scuffles broke out when 2,000

people descended on London's Brick Lane for a sale by a US clothing chain.

The Met Police said it was called to the American Apparel event, the first day
of a planned four-day sale, because of the unexpected turnout.
The firm stopped the event, blaming the "dangerous behaviour" of people in
the line, but plan to open on Saturday.
A police spokesman said three people were arrested on public order offences.
He said: "The organisers were unable to ensure the safety of the public and decided to close the event.
"Police had not been notified in advance of the numbers expected to
attend. The organisers were spoken to by police."
He said the 10 police officers had minor injuries.
The sale had been advertised on social networking websites with offers of items starting fro
m £1 and 85% discounts.

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