Two arrested over Kenton synagogue attack
Summary
Two people, aged 17 and 19, were arrested after an attack involving fire at a synagogue in north-west London. The police are investigating a series of recent attacks on Jewish sites, including other arson cases, and are looking into links to groups supported by Iran.Key Facts
- A 17-year-old boy and a 19-year-old man were arrested for an arson attack at Kenton United Synagogue in Harrow, London.
- A man was seen lighting a bag containing three bottles with fluid near the synagogue entrance.
- The attack caused minor damage but no one was hurt.
- The Metropolitan Police have increased their presence in the area.
- About 15 people have been arrested in connection with six attacks targeting Jewish-related sites in London in recent weeks.
- Other incidents include arson attacks on four Jewish ambulances and a synagogue in north London.
- Police are investigating possible links between the attacks and Iranian-supported groups.
- Deputy Commissioner Matt Jukes described this investigation as an important and serious line of inquiry.
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