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Three in court over attempted arson attack at Persian media company in London

Three in court over attempted arson attack at Persian media company in London

Summary

Three people, including a 16-year-old boy, appeared in court for allegedly trying to set fire to the offices of a Persian media company in north-west London. The firebomb was thrown but went out quickly, causing no injuries or clear damage.

Key Facts

  • The suspects are Oisin McGuinness (21), Nathan Dunn (19), and a 16-year-old boy.
  • They face charges of arson with intent to endanger life.
  • The incident took place near the offices of Volant Media, which owns the Persian news channel Iran International.
  • The firebomb landed in a car park and went out immediately.
  • No one was hurt, and the suspects left in a black four-wheel-drive vehicle.
  • Nearby buildings were evacuated as a safety measure, but police saw no ongoing danger.
  • McGuinness is also charged with dangerous driving on the same day.
  • The youth was sent to local authority care and will have another court hearing on May 15, along with the other two suspects.
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