Appeal after car drives towards Jewish children
Summary
Police in north-west London are investigating after a car drove toward three Jewish school children waiting to cross a road. The incident is being treated as a religiously motivated assault, and witnesses are being asked to come forward.Key Facts
- The incident happened around 3:40 pm on April 20 near Hasmonean High School for Boys on Holders Hill Road, Finchley.
- A black car reportedly mounted the curb where three boys, about 14 years old, were standing before speeding off.
- No one was physically hurt, but the boys were startled and believe the driver intended to scare them.
- The Metropolitan Police are investigating it as a "religiously aggravated assault," meaning it targeted the victims because of their religion.
- The school has alerted parents and is working with police to support student safety.
- Community Security Trust, a charity protecting British Jews, was informed and is monitoring the case.
- Police have not made any arrests yet but have increased officers in London to protect Jewish communities.
- The father of one boy expressed concern about his children’s safety and the lack of public support for Jewish people.
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