A disturbing arson attack occurred at a Jewish Community Ambulance service, as revealed by aerial footage. The aftermath showed charred remains of three ambulances set on fire in an antisemitic incident in Golders Green, London, with a fourth ambulance sustaining minor damage. Thankfully, there were no injuries reported, and firefighters managed to control the fire by 3:06 am after responding to the scene around 2 am.

The Metropolitan Police launched an investigation into the antisemitic hate crime, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer announcing that the Government would fund replacement ambulances post-attack. Surveillance footage captured three masked individuals setting fire to the ambulances before fleeing the scene.

Superintendent Sarah Jackson, overseeing policing in the area, emphasized the importance of community support and urged anyone with information to come forward. Reports of explosions were linked to gas canisters inside the ambulances, prompting evacuations of nearby homes and ongoing road closures for safety.

Health Secretary Wes Streeting condemned the attack as a despicable act against Jewish ambulances and called for unity against antisemitism. Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis expressed deep concern over the deliberate arson, emphasizing the significance of protecting life and standing against hatred.

Shomrim, a neighborhood watch group in Golders Green, reported loud explosions early in the morning but clarified they were caused by oxygen tanks, not explosives. While some buildings were evacuated, there were no casualties, and their operations remained intact. The fire brigade dispatched around 40 firefighters to the scene, where multiple cylinders exploded, causing damage to nearby properties.

Local councillor Dean Cohen highlighted the chilling effect of the incident occurring near a synagogue, raising concerns about rising antisemitism. Community Security Trust confirmed its assistance in the police investigation, while residents like Shimon Ryde expressed shock and acknowledged the persistent threat faced by the Jewish community.

The deliberate arson attacks on Hatzola ambulances were condemned as an assault not only on the Jewish community but on shared societal values.