Faeces smeared on north London Orthodox synagogue in ‘utterly disgusting’ act

A CST spokesperson told the JC: “We are aware of an appalling incident that took place at an Orthodox Synagogue in North West London. We are in touch with the location providing them with support. We urge anyone with information to contact CST or the police.”

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The Campaign Against Antisemitism (CAA) said the incident is “utterly disgusting in more ways than one. Imagine being Jewish and going to attend morning prayers, only to find out that your place of worship has been desecrated in this way. 

"Those responsible for this revolting act must be held to account and. made to face serious consequences.”

A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: “Officers are investigating an alleged incident of religiously aggravated criminal damage at a synagogue in Golders Green, Barnet. No arrests have been made at this stage.”

Anyone with information about the incident should contact the Met on 101, quoting reference 1071/03SEP.

Those who wish to provide information anonymously can call CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.