Golders Green terror attack latest: Suspect named as 45-year-old Essa Suleiman
A 45-year-old man named Essa Suleiman has been identified as the suspect in a double stabbing in Golders Green, north London, which is being treated as a terrorist attack. Suleiman, previously referred to the government's counter-terror Prevent programme, is a British national born in Somalia with a history of serious violence and mental health issues. Prime Minister Keir Starmer faced protests and criticism during a visit to the area, as the government announced £25 million in additional funding for Jewish community security and plans to fast-track related legislation.
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Liveupdated{"lang":"en","timestamp":1777560796}NewsUKCrimeGolders Green terror attack latest: Suspect named as 45-year-old Essa SuleimanThe 45-year-old, held in connection with double stabbing in north London, was previously referred to government counter-terror programmeDan Haygarth in Golders Green, Nicole Wootton-Cane, Millie Cooke & Jane DaltonThursday 30 April 2026 15:53 BSTBookmarkBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove…
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