Hunt for two suspects after attempted horror arson attack on London synagogue

Hunt for two suspects after attempted horror arson attack on London synagoguePolice are treating an attempted arson attack at Finchley Reform Synagogue in north London as an attempted hate crime as they seek two suspects seen wearing balaclavasCommentsNewsTim Hanlon News Reporter14:24, 15 Apr 2026Updated 14:37, 15 Apr 2026View ImageTwo suspects are being sought after an attempted arson attack at a synagogue in north London in which two bottles thought to contain petrol were hurled at the building.‌The Metropolitan Police said it is treating the incident as an attempted hate crime after the pair, who were wearing dark clothing and balaclavas, were seen approaching Finchley Reform Synagogue shortly after midnight in the early hours of Wednesday.‌Neither bottle ignited, the force added, while a brick was also thrown at the building, but no damage or injuries were reported.‌READ MORE: Donald Trump expects 'big, fat, hug' from President Xi for opening Strait of HormuzREAD MORE: Robot wars come to Ukraine as unmanned vehicles take enemy position for first timeThe incident is being investigated by detectives from the Met’s North West Command Unit, with support from specialist detectives from Counter Terrorism Policing London. No arrests have been made.The Met is appealing for witnesses and Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams, who leads policing in the area, said: “We are aware of the significant concern that this incident will cause in the community, particularly in the wake of the arson attack in Golders Green last month. We are working with the affected synagogue and continuing to meet with community leaders.”“I would like to reassure the community that we take incidents of this nature extremely seriously and detectives are working urgently to identify the suspects. If you have any CCTV, dash cam footage or information that could help officers please contact the police.‌“Residents can expect to see a heightened police presence in the area over the comi...