A 55-year-old man has been apprehended on suspicion of committing arson and racially aggravated harassment in a north London neighborhood.
The suspect is believed to have set fire to the vehicle belonging to a Jewish woman in her 30s on November 6 and subjected her to racial abuse while in South Tottenham on Tuesday.
Metropolitan Police confirmed his arrest on Thursday, subsequently detaining him at a north London police station for further questioning.
Detective Sergeant Chris Church expressed concern for the victim, acknowledging the distressing nature of the incidents. He emphasized the unwavering stance against hate crimes and reassured that perpetrators would face legal consequences.
Highlighting the psychological impact of such events, Church affirmed the provision of ongoing support to the victim and her family.
He urged anyone encountering hate crimes to report them promptly to the Metropolitan Police, emphasizing the commitment to combating such abhorrent acts within the community. Photo by Dani_7C3, Wikimedia commons.