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A Jewish teen was hospitalized after he and two other Jewish boys were physically attacked and threatened with a knife by a gang of assailants at Hampstead Underground Station in North London on Monday evening.
British Transport Police (BTP) were investigating the incident as a racially-aggravated assault and robbery. No suspects have been identified or arrested yet.
The victims were visibly Jewish, and the attack occurred in one of London’s most heavily Jewish neighborhoods, heightening concerns within the community.
Authorities urged anyone with information or eyewitness accounts to come forward to assist in the investigation.
Shomrim NW London responded yesterday, 26th May at 8:30pm, to reports of a #racially motivated assault and threats with a #knife on three #Jewish boys at #Hampstead Underground Station.
Suspects are believed to be a group of 6-7 males. One of the victims was admitted to hospital… pic.twitter.com/EORK4Sumdl
— Shomrim North West London (@shomrimlondon) May 27, 2025
The UK-based Campaign Against Antisemitism (CAA) said, “This report is yet another stark reminder of the growing threat facing Jewish communities, including children.”
Jewish children in London have reportedly been attacked by a group of men armed with a knife.
On the evening of Monday 26th May, three Jewish boys were allegedly assaulted at Hampstead Underground Station. Threats with a knife were also said to have been made.
A group of six to… pic.twitter.com/7c9IHFM1cG
— Campaign Against Antisemitism (@antisemitism) May 27, 2025
With incidents like this occurring with alarming regularity, not just in the United Kingdom, but around the world, the need to confront antisemitic violence boldly and collectively has never been more urgent.
