"A man has been arrested following a series of antisemitic incidents in Barnet. A 37-year-old man was arrested in the Hendon area on Friday on suspicion of religiously motivated criminal damage in connection with seven offences on Jewish premises. Four synagogues and a private residence in Golders Green had a substance smeared on them, while liquid was thrown towards a school and a car on two other occasions, police said previously."
"Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams, responsible for policing the North West Command, said: This is a significant development in our investigation following substantial CCTV enquiries by officers. We remain in close contact with the local Jewish community as we continue to provide our support and reassurance. Anyone with information which can assist the investigation is asked to contact the Met via 101 quoting 1071/03SEP. If you wish to remain anonymous, speak to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
A 37-year-old man was arrested in the Hendon area on suspicion of religiously motivated criminal damage linked to seven offences against Jewish premises in Barnet. Incidents included a substance smeared on four synagogues and a private residence in Golders Green, and liquid being thrown towards a school and a car on two separate occasions. The suspect remains in police custody while enquiries continue and officers have increased their presence in the area. Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams said CCTV enquiries contributed to the arrest and that police remain in close contact with the local Jewish community. Members of the public can report information to the Met via 101 quoting 1071/03SEP or anonymously to Crimestoppers.
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