The latest arrest follows a number of separate attacks across London in recent months, including the stabbing of two Jewish men in Golders Green last week. Thirty-one people had now been arrested as part of various investigations by the Met's counter-terrorism unit into attacks on Jewish sites in London since March, the force said. These include attacks on two synagogues in north London and a Jewish business.
Police have asked Londoners to avoid certain areas as the force gears up for one of the busiest nights of the year. Met Police officers told New Year's Eve revellers to plan their night in advance, including checking Tube, bus and rail updates before leaving the house. The force asked people to consider attending local events rather than heading into central London, which will be awash with thousands of people ringing in the new year on Wednesday December 31.
"At a time when London's Jewish communities are coming together to begin the celebration of Hannukah, we know this attack will be the cause of not just terrible upset but also significant heightened concern about safety. "We were already working closely with partners, including the Community Security Trust, to provide an increased presence around synagogues and other community venues at this important time.