Arson Against Ambulances Sparks New Arrests

London, United KingdomThu Mar 26 2026
Police in London have released two men on bail after they were arrested for setting fire to four ambulances that belong to a Jewish charity. The men, aged 45 and 47, are still being investigated for an antisemitic hate crime. They were taken into custody last Wednesday on suspicion of arson that could have harmed people. After a review, the authorities decided to let them go under strict conditions and keep watching their movements. The arrest was described as a major step forward in the case. Video footage from security cameras showed three people near the scene of the attack, but it is still unclear who exactly started the fire. Police are working nonstop to identify everyone involved. Commander Helen Flanagan, who leads Counter Terrorism Policing in London, said the team is putting all their effort into solving the incident.
There are rumors that a group linked to Iran might have claimed responsibility. However, police have not labeled this as a terrorist attack yet. The blaze started early Monday morning in Golders Green, an area with many Jewish residents. Four ambulances from Hatzola Northwest were destroyed when the fire reached oxygen cylinders, causing explosions that shattered windows in a nearby apartment building. The investigation continues as authorities try to piece together the full story and bring all perpetrators to justice. The case highlights how hate crimes can target essential services, raising concerns about safety for community helpers.
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