Police have arrested a suspect after deploying tasers in what has been described as a knife attack against Jewish members of the public in Golders Green, north London. The incident occurred on Golders Green Road, where a man armed with a knife reportedly targeted Jewish individuals.
Attack Details
Volunteer Jewish neighbourhood watch group Shomrim London reported that two people were stabbed by a man who was seen running along Golders Green Road with a knife, attempting to stab Jewish members of the public. Shomrim responded immediately and detained the suspect before police arrived and deployed a taser.
Victims and Response
Two victims have been stabbed and are being treated by Hatzola, a Jewish volunteer emergency medical service. Pictures from the scene showed people grappling with a man on the ground, and a video clip captured officers arresting the individual as a crowd gathered.
Official Statement
Shomrim London released a full statement: "Knife Attack on Golders Green Road – Suspect Detained by Shomrim and Arrested. One male was seen running along Golders Green Road armed with a knife and attempting to stab Jewish members of the public. Shomrim responded immediately and detained the suspect. Police attended and deployed a taser. Two victims have been stabbed and are being treated by Hatzola."
The suspect has been taken into custody, and investigations are ongoing. The attack has raised concerns about anti-Semitic violence in the area.
