TERROR cops are investigating after a suspected arson attack at a memorial wall.
received reports of the fire in Golders Green, London, in the early hours of Monday.
A fire broke out at the Golders Green memorial wall Credit: Dan Charity / Newsgroup Newspapers Ltd
The fire damage on the cabinet beside the memorial wall Credit: PA
The wall, on Limes Avenue, is near a Jewish Centre and shows Iranians killed while protesting against the country’s regime.
The Met says the suspected arson attack took place at around 12.15am – though was not reported until 7.30pm.
The into the incident is being led by Counter Policing London, supported by officers from the Command Area.
It is not being treated as a terrorist incident and officers are keeping an open mind about the motive behind the attack.
No arrests have been made at this stage.
Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams said: “We recognise that this incident will heighten concerns in the Golders Green area, where residents have already faced a series of attacks.
“We are working closely with community organisations and leaders, and want to reassure them that our protective security operation continues.
Our local officers are working closely with Counter Terror Policing to support their investigation.
“Since last month’s attack in Golders Green, we have stepped up our work to reassure communities.
“This includes armed police patrols as well as deployments of officers from Project Servator, who are specially trained to spot anyone who may be planning or preparing to commit criminal acts.”
Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting CAD 7308/27Apr, or independent Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
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