Golders Green stabbing declared ‘terror incident’

“One of the lines of enquiry is whether this attack was deliberately targeting the Jewish community in London.”

Two Jewish men, one in his 70s and one in his 30s, are in a stable condition in hospital, while a 45-year-old man was arrested at the scene, after being tasered while attempting to stab police officers.

Iran-linked group Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamia (Hayi) has claimed responsibility for the attack on its social media channels, but this has not been verified independently. The group has similarly claimed responsibility for several recent arson attacks against the community without evidence.

CCTV footage circulating online shows a man launching two frenzied attacks on bystanders on Golders Green Road.

A CST spokesperson said: “There has been a knife attack today in Golders Green. The suspect has been arrested.

“We would like to thank Shomrim, Hatzola and the Met Police for their swift response. We are working closely with the police and urge anyone with information to contact the police and CST immediately.”

CCTV footage shows the moment the attacker sets upon a Jewish bystander[Missing Credit]

Upon receiving news of the attack in the House of Commons, the prime minister told MPs the incident was “deeply concerning”.

“There is now a police investigation, and I think we all need to do everything we can to support that investigation and be absolutely clear in our determination to deal with any of these offences, the like of which we’ve seen too much recently.”

Sir Keir Starmer is also due to chair a COBR meeting on the attack later this afternoon.

Reacting to the attack, the Chief Rabbi wrote: “Following the antisemitic stabbing of two Jewish people on the streets of Golders Green this morning, words of condemnation are no longer sufficient.

"This must be a moment that demands meaningful action from every institution, every community, every leader, and every decent person in our country. This is a hatred that we must face down together.”

Board of Deputies president Phil Rosenberg visited Golders Green on Wednesday afternoon in the aftermath of the attack.

He told the JC: “Another day, another attack on our community. But this is not just an attack on our community, it's an attack on our country.

"And we need everyone, from the government to the police to everyone in society, to begin to respond with force to this. It is an attack on our country and on our way of life, and we can no longer accept that individuals or groups can be have this situation of permission.

“We need to move from protection to prevention, and we need to make it clear that while the antisemites are trying to raise the price for being Jewish, we're going to raise the price for being antisemitic and respond with force and determination.”

Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis at the scene of the Golders Green stabbing attack on April 29, 2026 (Getty Images)AFP via Getty Images

The Israeli Foreign Ministry issued a statement, saying: “After attacks on synagogues, Jewish institutions, community ambulances and now Jews targeted in Golders Green, the UK government can no longer claim this is under control.

“Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s statements are no substitute for confronting the roots of antisemitism festering across United Kingdom.

“British Jews should not need security patrols and emergency volunteers to live openly as Jews. Enough words. The UK must act decisively and urgently.”

A Met Police spokesperson said: “An investigation is underway and a man has been arrested following a stabbing incident in Barnet.

"Local officers and armed officers attended, alongside the London Ambulance Service.

“The suspect also attempted to stab police officers, and was Tasered before being arrested. No officers were injured.

“Two men – one in his 70s and one in his 30s – were treated at the scene for stab wounds. They have been taken to hospital and both are in a stable condition.

"A 45-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. He was taken into custody, where he remains. We are working to establish his nationality and background.”

Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams, who leads policing in the area, said: “Our thoughts are with the victims of this horrific attack. We are grateful to officers who swiftly Tasered and arrested the suspect before he could cause further harm.

“We are aware of the significant distress and concern this incident is likely to cause in the face of a number of incidents in the local area. A suspect is in custody, and investigators are considering all possible motives.

“Officers will remain at the scene for some time to carry out further enquiries, speak to local people and offer reassurance.”