Fire at disused synagogue treated as arson
Summary
A fire broke out early Tuesday morning at a former synagogue building in east London. Police are investigating the fire as a deliberate act, or attempted arson, and the case is being handled by the counter terrorism unit.Key Facts
- The fire occurred at the East London Central Synagogue building in Whitechapel.
- The synagogue stopped operating in 2020.
- CCTV footage suggests the fire was started on purpose.
- The Metropolitan Police are treating the incident as attempted arson.
- The police counter terrorism unit is leading the investigation.
- This event follows recent attacks and attempts on the Jewish community in the region.
- The incident was reported by the Metropolitan Police and covered by BBC London.
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