London Police Arrest 9 After Attacks on Jewish Sites

Nine people have been arrested in London following a series of attacks on Jewish sites, including synagogues and a school. Police are investigating possible links to Iran.
By Newsroom | Crime, London |

A series of assaults targeting Jewish premises in north London has led to multiple arrests, with authorities investigating potential links to Iranian proxies. The investigations encompass acts of vandalism, including the smearing of feces and urine on synagogues, a Jewish school, and private residences, as well as arson attacks on community ambulances and a former Jewish charity. One incident involved a drone flown near the Israeli embassy.

Counter-terror police are actively probing the possible involvement of Iranian proxies in these coordinated attacks. This line of inquiry emerged following an attempted arson attack on April 15 at Finchley Reform Synagogue, which coincided with an incident outside the offices of a Persian media company in northwest London. The prime minister has publicly voiced concerns about countries utilizing proxies for attacks within the UK.

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Arrests and Charges

Recent weeks have seen a significant police response, with a 37-year-old man arrested in the Hendon area in connection with a wave of antisemitic vandalism. This arrest followed extensive CCTV inquiries. Separately, two more men, aged 19 and 26, were detained in Watford.

The total number of arrests in relation to these alleged attacks has reached nine. Earlier in the week, a 17-year-old boy pleaded guilty to arson not endangering life following an attack on Kenton United Synagogue. Previous arrests also include a 25-year-old man detained in Stevenage, and a 26-year-old man and two women, aged 50 and 59, apprehended near Birmingham, though they were later released on bail.

Timeline of Incidents

Reports of religiously-motivated criminal damage began emerging in early September 2025. On Wednesday, September 3, police received the first report concerning a synagogue. Subsequent incidents included:

  • A substance smeared on synagogue doors on September 2.

  • Liquid thrown at a school in the early hours of September 8.

  • Similar offenses at a private residence on September 4 and another synagogue on September 7.

  • Arson attacks on Jewish community ambulances in Golders Green, a synagogue, and a former Jewish charity.

  • An attempted arson at Finchley Reform Synagogue and outside a Persian media company's offices on April 15.

The Metropolitan Police emphasize that their investigation remains active and urge anyone with relevant information or footage to come forward.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why did London police arrest nine people?
Police arrested nine people in connection with a series of attacks on Jewish sites in London. These attacks included vandalism and arson at synagogues, a school, and community vehicles.
Q: What kind of attacks happened in London on Jewish sites?
The attacks involved vandalism like smearing feces and urine on buildings, and arson attacks on ambulances and a former charity. A drone was also flown near the Israeli embassy.
Q: Are the attacks on London Jewish sites linked to Iran?
Yes, counter-terror police are investigating possible links to Iranian proxies. This came after an arson attempt on April 15, which coincided with an incident outside a Persian media company's office.
Q: When did the attacks on Jewish sites in London start?
Reports of religiously-motivated criminal damage began in early September 2025. The most recent incident mentioned was on April 15, 2026.
Q: What is happening next with the London Jewish site attacks investigation?
The Metropolitan Police investigation is still active. They are asking anyone with information or video footage related to the attacks to come forward.