The Jewish security volunteers first on scene of Golders Green attack
Summary
Two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, north London, in an attack declared a terrorist incident. Volunteers from the Jewish security group Shomrim arrived first, helped restrain the attacker, and the police arrested a 45-year-old man with a history of violence and mental health issues.Key Facts
- The attack happened near a synagogue on Highfield Avenue and continued down Golders Green Road.
- Two Jewish men, aged 34 and 76, were stabbed and are now in stable condition.
- Shomrim, a Jewish volunteer security group, was first to respond and helped hold the attacker until police arrived.
- Police officers tased and arrested the 45-year-old suspect on suspicion of attempted murder.
- The suspect has a history of serious violence and mental health problems.
- The police commissioner praised the bravery of officers and community volunteers in detaining the attacker.
- The area has seen recent arson attacks against Jewish property before this stabbing incident.
- Shomrim was set up in 2008 to improve security in north London’s Jewish communities.
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