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'I held down Golders Green suspect' says volunteer who grabbed ankle

'I held down Golders Green suspect' says volunteer who grabbed ankle

Summary

A man was stabbed in a Golders Green attack in London, leaving two victims in hospital. A volunteer from a community safety group chased and helped hold the suspect until police arrived, after which the suspect was arrested.

Key Facts

  • Two men, aged 34 and 76, were stabbed in Golders Green, north London, and are now in stable condition.
  • A 45-year-old man named Essa Suleiman was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
  • Isaac, a volunteer with the Shomrim community security group, saw the suspect with a knife and followed him for about 100 yards.
  • Police used a Taser to stop the suspect, who still held a knife.
  • Isaac and another volunteer restrained the suspect by holding his ankle to prevent movement until police could remove the knife.
  • The suspect has a history of serious violence and mental health issues.
  • The suspect had previously been referred to the UK government's Prevent programme in 2020, but the case was closed that year.
  • Isaac said he acted instinctively to protect the community and helped prevent further harm.
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