Synagogue 'firebombed' as 'terrifying daily arson attacks' in UK continue
An investigation has been launched after Kenton United Synagogue in Harrow was allegedly 'firebombed' on Saturday
www.mirror.co.ukHere’s what’s currently publicly reported about Kenton United Synagogue in Harrow (north-west London):
A recent overnight incident involved an attempted arson at Kenton United Synagogue, causing minor smoke damage to an internal room with no injuries or major structural damage reported. Police and fire services responded, and authorities are investigating. [sources include ITV News, The Independent, and The Mirror coverage of the same event][2][3][5]
The Community Security Trust (CST) has noted this as part of a pattern of antisemitic incidents affecting synagogues in the area, and is coordinating with police while offering support to the congregation.[1][3]
Media outlets are treating this as part of a series of recent attacks on Jewish properties in north London (and nearby north-west London), with ongoing investigations and heightened security measures in place.[7][9][1]
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An investigation has been launched after Kenton United Synagogue in Harrow was allegedly 'firebombed' on Saturday
www.mirror.co.ukThe attack caused minor smoke damage to a room inside the building. ITV News London
www.itv.comThere have been similar recent incidents targeting the Jewish community in recent weeks.
www.express.co.ukA synagogue in north-west London was hit by an attempted arson attack overnight.
www.independent.co.ukKenton United Synagogue has been targeted in the latest attempted arson attack on the Jewish community in north London.
www.standard.co.ukIt is the fourth arson or attempted arson attack on Jewish property in the area reported in less than a month.
www.standard.co.ukDan Haygarth Sunday 19 April 2026 10:04 BST
www.independent.co.ukAuthorities in north-west London responded to an attempted arson attack at the...
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