Counter-terror police investigate stabbing of two Jewish men in London

WorldPolitics
29 Apr 2026 • 9:32 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Counter-terrorism police are investigating after two men were stabbed in Golders Green, a Jewish area of north London.
  • A man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after allegedly trying to stab police officers and being Tasered.
  • The suspect was reportedly detained by members of the public before police arrived, and the two victims are in a stable condition.
  • Jewish neighbourhood watch group Shomrim stated the attacker was seen attempting to stab Jewish members of the public.
  • Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer condemned the "utterly appalling" attack, which follows a series of antisemitic incidents in the area.

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