Ian Pitkin's actions endangered lives during a planned arson at his flat, motivated by a housing dispute and antisemitic hostility towards neighbors.
Detective Chief Superintendent James Conway stated, 'Pitkin's actions endangered the lives of his neighbours, who were forced to flee their homes in fear for their lives.'
The court acknowledged the racial motivation behind the arson, with HHJ Fugallo noting it demonstrated hostility toward Jewish individuals, impacting the sentence.
Evidence found in Pitkin's car included jerry cans of petrol and weapons, supporting the claim that the fire was premeditated and intended to cause harm.
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