Two Arrested in Attempted Arson at North London Synagogue

Overview

• British police arrested a 47-year-old woman in Watford and a 46-year-old man nearby, and both are in custody on suspicion of trying to set fire to a synagogue in Finchley.
• Investigators say two bottles that appeared to contain petrol and a brick were thrown at the building shortly after midnight, but the bottles did not ignite.
• The Metropolitan Police reported no injuries or damage at the synagogue and appealed for further information from the public.
• Counterterrorism officers are supporting the inquiry, and local patrols will increase to reassure residents, according to North Area Commander Luke Williams.
• The incident follows a March attack that burned four ambulances run by the Jewish volunteer group Hatzola in nearby Golders Green, a case in which three suspects were later charged.