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What we know about the Golders Green stabbings

What we know about the Golders Green stabbings

Summary

Two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, north London, in an attack declared a terrorist incident by police. A 45-year-old man was arrested, and both victims are in stable condition in hospital.

Key Facts

  • The stabbings happened on Highfield Avenue near Golders Green Road.
  • The victims are two Jewish men, aged 34 and 76.
  • The suspect, a 45-year-old British man born in Somalia, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
  • Police used a Taser to stop the suspect, who was reportedly violent and continued to pose a threat.
  • The attack followed recent arson attacks targeting Jewish properties in London.
  • Officers found the suspect involved in a separate knife incident earlier that day in Southwark.
  • Authorities are investigating whether the attack was aimed specifically at the Jewish community.
  • Senior leaders, including the Chief Rabbi, London’s mayor, and King Charles III, expressed concern and condemned the attack.
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