A British Transport Police officer who was stabbed during the London Bridge terror attack has said "I'm so sorry I couldn't do more and I want you to know I did everything I could".
The officer, who is not being named, is recovering in hospital after he was struck in the head and leg .
In a statement he said he has been "moved and overwhelmed" by the support he has received from the public, following the horrific incident on Saturday (June 3) night.
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He said: “I am truly moved and overwhelmed by all the support and comments that I’ve received, not only from people in this country but across the world.
“Like every police officer who responded, I was simply doing my job.
"I didn’t expect the level of love and well wishes I have received.
“I feel like I did what any other person would have done. I want to say sorry to the families that lost their loved ones.
"I’m so sorry I couldn’t do more and I want you to know I did everything I could."
The attack was the third terrorist incident on the nation this year and killed eight people and injured 48.
Shortley before 10pm, three terrorists used a van to plough into pedestrians on the bridge before a random frenzied knife attack through Borough Market.
The injured BTP officer went on to praise the bravery of colleagues and other emergency services on the night of terror.
“I am so proud of my colleagues from BTP and everyone from the other emergency services who were on shift that night and did everything they could in the face of danger," he said.
"I especially want to thank the officers who saved my life and kept me alive.
" I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for them."
He added: “Saturday night changed my life, like I’m sure it has for many others.
"My thoughts are with the people who died in the attack, but also with those that were injured and are recovering in hospital, including the three other officers that were injured, and all the members of the public who rushed to help.”
Chief Constable Paul Crowther said: “Having visited the PC in hospital a number of times and hearing first-hand the incredible account of his actions on Saturday night, I am proud that he is part of the BTP family.
“I know everyone at the force is behind him and his family as he continues his recovery.”
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