Two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, North London on Wednesday morning. The attack was declared a terrorist incident by the Metropolitan Police. A suspect, identified as a 45-year-old man, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after being detained by Shomrim volunteers and tasered by police.
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Two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, North London, and the attack was declared a terrorist incident by police. A 45-year-old suspect was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. The victims are in stable condition.
- Two Jewish men stabbed in heavily Jewish neighborhood
- Attack declared a terrorist incident by Metropolitan Police
- Suspect arrested after being detained by Shomrim volunteers
- Victims aged 34 and 76 treated for stab wounds, now stable
According to CBS News, the victims were treated at the scene by Hatzola, a Jewish volunteer emergency response organization. The men, aged 34 and 76, are now in stable condition. Police confirmed that counterterrorism officers are leading the investigation and exploring possible connections with recent antisemitic attacks.
The Daily Mail reported that the suspect was seen running along Golders Green Road armed with a knife, attempting to stab Jewish members of the public. The attack occurred near a synagogue and a bus stop, with one witness describing the scene as chaotic but swiftly controlled by police and volunteers.
The incident has heightened concerns about antisemitic violence in London, following recent attacks including an arson on Hatzola ambulances and vandalism at synagogues. Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the attack, emphasizing the need for a robust investigation and response to such offenses. The Community Security Trust thanked Shomrim, Hatzola, and police for their swift action.
As reported by Fox News, Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor of the Metropolitan Police's counterterrorism unit confirmed that the attack is being treated as a potential antisemitic incident. Police are considering all possible motives and maintaining a visible presence in the area to reassure residents. The attack has drawn condemnation from political leaders, including London Mayor Sadiq Khan and Israeli President Isaac Herzog.
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