Man charged with terrorism-linked attempted murders in Edinburgh
Summary
A man named Lewis Hawkes has been charged with five counts of attempted murder related to terrorism after attacks in Edinburgh that hurt five people. The attacks included stabbings near a mosque and vandalism, and police are investigating the incidents as terrorism-linked and motivated by anti-Muslim hate.Key Facts
- Lewis Hawkes, 36, appeared in court charged with five attempted murders related to terrorism.
- Five people were injured in several attacks across Edinburgh on Friday night.
- Two men were stabbed multiple times near Broomhouse Mosque after prayers.
- Additional attacks included vandalism of a taxi and a petrol station, and assaults on people on Leith Walk.
- Police said none of the injuries were life-threatening but the investigation is ongoing.
- All charges against Hawkes include a terrorism connection and also cover assault, robbery, and reckless conduct.
- Footage showed the attacker carrying weapons and striking victims before police arrived.
- Scottish leaders called the incidents a warning about rising intolerance and hate in society.
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