The London police anti-terrorism unit has arrested two more suspects in the investigation into a series of arson attacks on Jewish institutions in England.
April 23, 2026, 04:02April 23, 2026, 04:02
The two men, aged 19 and 26, were caught in Watford, north of the British capital, the Metropolitan Police said.
There have been several arson attacks on Jews in Great Britain.Image: keystone
The arrests were made as part of a proactive investigation into an alleged conspiracy to carry out another arson attack against the Jewish community. According to the statement, the exact target of the attack was not initially known.
Seven suspects were arrested in connection with this on Tuesday.
Series of attacks on Jewish institutions
Senior National Counterterrorism Coordinator Vicki Evans said the investigation into the series of attacks was progressing quickly, according to the statement. “We remain committed to identifying, arresting and charging all individuals involved in the recent criminal activity.”
Since the arson attack on the Jewish rescue service, a total of 25 people have been arrested in connection with the series of attacks.
Recently there were several attacks on Jewish institutions in London. Just a few weeks ago, around four ambulances belonging to a Jewish community in the London suburb of Golders Green were destroyed in an arson attack. Several suspects have been charged. The police do not rule out that the actions of the past few weeks were ordered by the Iranian government. (sda/dpa)