Two Jewish men were stabbed on Wednesday in Golders Green, an area of northwest London with a significant Jewish population. Police are treating the attack as terrorism-related and have arrested a 45-year-old man suspected of attempted murder.
Key Takeaways
Two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, north-west London, by an attacker seeking 'visibly Jewish' victims. The attack is being investigated as terrorism-related amid rising antisemitic incidents in the UK.
- Two men stabbed in apparent antisemitic attack
- Suspect had prior deradicalization referral and mental health history
- Recent surge in antisemitic attacks across the UK
- Government pledges $34 million for security measures
The suspect had been referred to the government's Prevent deradicalization scheme in 2020 but was later released. He also has a history of mental health problems and violence, according to reports from The Guardian and Los Angeles Times. The attacker reportedly sought out 'visibly Jewish' victims.
The attack comes amid a rise in antisemitic incidents across the UK, particularly since the Hamas-led militant attack on Israel last October. According to The Guardian, this is the third attack in five weeks in Golders Green alone. The Community Security Trust recorded 3,700 antisemitic incidents in the UK in 2025.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has described the situation as an 'antisemitism emergency' and pledged $34 million for increased security around Jewish communities. However, some community members have criticized the government's response, with protests erupting during Starmer's visit to Golders Green.
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