UK – Arrest made after Jewish family reportedly has home vandalised after being threatened

Stamford Hill, London – An arrest has been made after a Jewish home in Stamford Hill was reportedly vandalised and threats were allegedly made against the family.

The home’s mezuzah, a decorative case containing a Jewish prayer that is traditionally fixed to the doorpost of a Jewish home, was reportedly stolen, the carpet was said to have been doused in water and ketchup was allegedly thrown against the front door.

There are also allegations that death threats were made against the family.

The family, who is said to be feeling scared, includes four children, the youngest of whom is three years old, and a mother who is 38 weeks pregnant.

The alleged incident was reported by Stamford Hill Shomrim, the Jewish volunteer neighbourhood watch patrol.

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