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Three Charged in Arson of Jewish Community Ambulances in London

Prosecutors say evidence points to a planned antisemitic attack targeting a Jewish rescue service.

Blick auf verbrannte Krankenwagen auf einem Parkplatz in Golders Green, nach einem Brandanschlag auf vier Fahrzeuge eines jüdischen Rettungsdienstes. (zu dpa: «Brandanschlag in London: drei Verdächtige vor Gericht»)
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Gerichtsmediziner bereiten sich auf die Untersuchung vor, nachdem ein Brandanschlag auf vier Fahrzeuge des jüdischen Rettungsdienstes Hatzola Northwest verübt wurde

Overview

  • The three suspects, arrested Wednesday in east London, were charged with arson with reckless disregard for life and remain detained.
  • Lead prosecutor Emma Harraway said evidence indicates the assault was planned and aimed at the Jewish community.
  • Police said they are not treating the incident as terrorism at this stage as inquiries continue.
  • The fire on March 23 destroyed four ambulances belonging to a Jewish community rescue service in Golders Green, and no injuries were reported.
  • Two defendants are men aged 19 and 20 who are in custody, and a 17-year-old is in youth detention, while two earlier detainees were later released under conditions.