Communities Rally After Hate Crime Rocks Coastal Town Mosque
A mosque in an English coastal town was set on fire in a hate crime, prompting political and religious leaders to condemn the act. This incident follows a deadly attack in Manchester. Increased police presence and united community efforts aim to prevent further violence amid rising tensions over the Israel-Hamas conflict.
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Authorities launched an investigation into a suspected hate crime after a mosque was torched in Peacehaven, a town on England's coast. This event comes on the heels of a tragic synagogue attack in Manchester that left two men dead, attributed to terrorist motivations by officials.
The incident occurred on Saturday night, damaging the Peacehaven Mosque entrance and a nearby vehicle without injuries. Police released footage showing two individuals, faces obscured, setting the blaze with accelerants. Detective Inspector Gavin Patch confirmed the incident is being treated as deliberate arson aimed at endangering lives.
In response, there has been increased police patrols around worship sites in Sussex to enhance security. Political and religious leaders have condemned the attack, emphasizing unity. The backdrop of these events is a nation grappling with rising tensions linked to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, fueling emotions and fears.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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