A British Transport Police officer who was stabbed in the eye while tackling London Bridge terrorists has said "I did everything I could" to stop them.
The officer, who has not been named but is reported to have been with the force for under two years, suffered injuries to his head, arm and leg and is said to be "seriously unwell" in hospital.
He was one of the first officers on the scene of the attack and has been hailed a hero for taking on the three attackers armed with only his baton.
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.
"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.
"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.
"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."
Fellow BTP officers Alfred Iswa, 51, and Lee Crook, 36, described how they tended to their injured colleague on the night of the attack.
PC Iswa said: "As soon as I got there, I could see blood was coming out of his face, near the eye.
"I was trying to help him and he pointed his baton towards the attacker and said 'get him'. Even when injured, he was trying to fight."
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."
The three attackers - Youssef Zaghba, Khuram Butt and Rachid Redouane - were shot dead by armed officers.
Eight people were killed and 48 others injured after they drove a van into crowds on London Bridge and then attacked people at random in bars and restaurants in Borough Market armed with 12-inch knives. (Sky News)
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