General · 5 May 2026
Police probe suspected arson at London synagogue
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The Jewish community faces heightened concern following a suspected arson attack at a former synagogue. Counter-terrorism police are investigating the fire, reported at 05:16 BST on Tuesday in Whitechapel, after CCTV indicated it was started deliberately. Officers are examining potential links to recent attacks on the Jewish community in north and north-west London.
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