An arson incident involving four ambulances operated by a Jewish Community Ambulance service in north London is currently being investigated as an antisemitic hate crime, according to the Metropolitan Police.
The London Fire Brigade responded to reports of the fire on Highfield Road in Golders Green at approximately 01:40 GMT, where they discovered the ambulances ablaze.
Video footage from the scene captures multiple suspects approaching one of the ambulances before it becomes engulfed in flames. Additional recordings depict a significant fire accompanied by an explosion.
Fortunately, there were no injuries reported, and authorities confirmed that all fires have been extinguished.
Investigation Underway
The police are actively pursuing leads in this case, emphasizing the serious nature of the attack on the ambulances, which serve the local Jewish community.
As the investigation unfolds, the Metropolitan Police are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in identifying the suspects involved in this troubling incident.
- Incident Type: Arson
- Location: Golders Green, North London
- Time: Approximately 01:40 GMT
- Community Impact: Jewish Community Ambulance service
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