Antisemitic Attack on Hatzola Ambulances in North London

0:00On March 23rd, in the early hours of Monday, March 23rd, four ambulances from Hotsola Northwest were set on fire in North London. The attack also damaged the nearby synagogue in areas like Hinden, Golders Green, and Finchley. Hotsola is a volunteer emergency medical service run by Jewish communities since 1979. This group handles thousands of calls a year and helps anyone in need, no matter their background. They team up with the London Ambulance Service, Fire Brigade, Air Ambulance, and Police to deliver quick care across North London. Online some folks wondered if Hotsola only serves Jewish people, but it's open to everyone, much like St. John's Ambulance. Prime Minister Keir Starmer called it a horrific anti-Semitic attack, with thoughts going out to the local Jewish community and worried residents. CCTV from the synagogue caught three people approaching the vehicles, starting the blaze, and then fleeing. Over 50 calls came into emergency services, who arrived fast amid explosions from the ambulance

1:02as cylinders. Nearby homes were cleared off for safety, but thankfully no one was hurt. Police are investigating this deliberate arson as the community pushes for stronger protections.