Four Jewish community ambulances set alight in Golders Green; police treat it as antisemitic hate crime
Mar 23rd 2026 · United Kingdom
Police say early-morning arson in north London damaged four Jewish community ambulances, caused oxygen cylinder explosions and is being treated as an antisemitic hate crime.
- Incident occurred around 1:45am on Highfield Road in Golders Green.
- Four ambulances belonging to the Jewish community ambulance service were set on fire.
- Police are treating the attack as an antisemitic hate crime and are seeking three suspects.
- London Fire Brigade sent six fire engines and about 40 firefighters to the scene.
- Explosions from oxygen cylinders shattered windows in a nearby block of flats.
- No injuries were initially reported and some nearby buildings were evacuated.
- Officers are examining CCTV and online footage and no arrests have been made.
- Police said they will increase patrols and engage with faith leaders to reassure the community.
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