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It's a miracle I survived, Golders Green victim tells BBC

It's a miracle I survived, Golders Green victim tells BBC

Summary

A Jewish man named Shloime Rand was stabbed in an attack in Golders Green, north London, but survived and is recovering in the hospital. The suspect, Essa Suleiman, has been arrested and has a history of violence and mental health issues.

Key Facts

  • Shloime Rand, 34, was stabbed in the chest and is in hospital but expected to be discharged soon.
  • Another victim, Moshe Shine, 76, was stabbed in the same attack.
  • Essa Suleiman, 45, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
  • Suleiman is a British citizen who came from Somalia in the early 1990s.
  • Police say Suleiman has a history of serious violence and mental health problems.
  • He was referred to the government’s Prevent programme in 2020 but was later removed from it.
  • The UK government announced an extra £25 million to protect Jewish communities, adding to a total of £58 million this year.
  • Leaders and groups are urging stronger action to fight antisemitism and improve security.
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