Second arrest at Luton airport linked to Starmer arson attack
The British police have arrested a second person in connection with the arson of two properties and a car associated with Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
What do you need to know?
- During the night of Sunday to Monday, there was a fire at the home of UK's Prime Minister Keir Starmer in North London.
- Arrest at Luton Airport: A 26-year-old man was detained by British police at Luton Airport on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life.
- Previous arrest: Earlier, on Tuesday, a 21-year-old Ukrainian was arrested on suspicion of arson at the Prime Minister's residence.
The British police reported the arrest of a second person in connection with the arson of two properties and a car associated with Prime Minister Keir Starmer, reported Sky News.
The 26-year-old was apprehended at Luton Airport, which is located to the north of London. He is suspected of arson with intent to endanger life. The arrest was made by anti-terrorism officers.
London: Investigation into the arson attacks
Earlier on Tuesday, London police reported the arrest of a 21-year-old man suspected of arson at a house belonging to the UK's Prime Minister. The detainee is a 21-year-old Ukrainian.
The fire, which broke out during the night of Sunday to Monday in the Camden district of North London, damaged the door of a property valued at approximately £2 million belonging to the Prime Minister. Fortunately, no one was injured.
The anti-terrorism division of the London police is also investigating "two incidents" involving a car and other property.
