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Police respond to attempted 'firebomb attack' at north-west London synagogue, says charities
Counterterrorism officers are investigating multiple recent arson attempts on Jewish sites, while police increase patrols and stop-and-search powers across north-west London.
- On Saturday night, Kenton United Synagogue in Harrow suffered minor smoke damage during an attempted arson, the Community Security Trust reported, with no injuries or significant structural damage.
- Multiple arson or attempted arson attacks have targeted Jewish property across Finchley, Golders Green, and Hendon over the past month, establishing a pattern of escalating incidents.
- The Met Police established a large cordon and deployed forensic teams and fire-investigation dogs at the scene; extra stop-and-search powers were introduced borough-wide to deter violence.
- London Mayor Sadiq Khan promised "significantly increased police presence" around Jewish places of worship, stating "There is no place for antisemitism in our city." The Community Security Trust urged the community to "remain calm."
- Counter Terror Police London is leading investigations into a separate attempted arson at Jewish Futures in Hendon on Friday, which officials are not treating as terrorism. Police continue providing reassurance to Jewish places of worship across the borough.
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