Gossip had spread on social media platforms including Nextdoor and local Facebook groups that a man tried to kidnap a woman yesterday (February 27) in the Collier Row and Rise Park areas.
The rumours sparked concern as people feared there may be a potential suspect on the loose.
However the Metropolitan Police believes that there has been no attempt of the act, although officers continue to investigate.
A Met Police spokesperson said: “In this early stage of our investigation, we can confirm that there has been no attempted kidnap of a woman.
“We do not believe there is any wider risk to the local community.
“Whilst our team investigate all circumstances, we ask that you do not speculate.”
Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 or contact @MetCC on X, quoting CAD 7348/27February.
