Ian Hislop, the editor of Private Eye and a panellist on BBC's Have I Got News For You, humorously addressed a recent incident where the rear window of a taxi he was in shattered, initially believed to be caused by a gunshot. The Metropolitan Police have since confirmed there is no evidence of a firearms discharge, suggesting a mechanical fault as the likely cause. On the show, Hislop joked about the police's inquiry into whether anyone might have a grudge against him, eliciting laughter from the audience. Hislop expressed gratitude for the public's concern and thanked the police for their response. Despite the initial scare, he was able to laugh off the incident, turning it into comedic material for the broadcast. Viewers reacted positively, with many taking to social media to share their amusement at Hislop's lighthearted approach to the situation.