Man Charged with Attempted Murder in Golders Green Stabbing of Two Jewish Men

Police declared the incident a terrorist attack. Earlier that day, Suleiman allegedly attempted to murder Ishmail Hussein at Hussein's flat in Southwark, south London. Suleiman knew Hussein, according to police. Suleiman also faces a charge of possessing a knife in a public place.

He was referred to the UK's Prevent counterterrorism program in 2020, which was closed the same year. Police stated that Suleiman had been a patient at a mental health trust and had serious violence and mental health issues. An investigation revealed Suleiman's prior attacks on officials and disruptions at demonstrations.

During his arrest in Golders Green, Suleiman was subdued by police and Jewish volunteer security after refusing commands and continuing to pose a threat. Footage showed officers using force, including kicks, after Tasering him.

The UK government raised the terrorism threat level to severe for the first time since 2021. Officials announced an additional £25 million for protecting Jewish communities, bringing the total to £58 million. This funding will support increased police presence, patrols, and security for synagogues, schools, and community centers.

The prime minister visited Golders Green and was heckled by protesters expressing fear and dissatisfaction with government actions. Protesters chanted and held signs, with some stating they felt unsafe as British Jews and calling for more concrete measures beyond words.

“British Jews have been terrorised with a severe threat for at least the last two and a half years, so the authorities officially raising the threat for the first time since 2021, this is unusual.”

Alex Hearn, co-director of Labour Against Antisemitism, described the threat level raise as a 'last resort' and 'just words.' He criticized the government's response as clichéd and insufficient, noting that British Jews have faced severe threats for over two years. Hearn highlighted 15 prior attempts to kill or kidnap prominent British Jews revealed last year, with no action taken.

This attack follows a string of incidents targeting Jewish people, including a knife attack at a Manchester synagogue in October 2025 that killed two worshippers. An arson attack last month targeted ambulances of a Jewish medical charity in Golders Green.

Political figures from various parties called for stronger measures, such as increased police presence and action on protests. The government's independent reviewer of terrorism legislation suggested a moratorium on certain marches, citing their role in incubating antisemitism.

“The community don't think that they [the government] are doing enough.”

A pro-Palestine march organization condemned the attacks and rejected connections to their events, stating their demonstrations include Jewish participants and are expressions of solidarity. The incident has heightened anxiety within the Jewish community, with some expressing profound heartbreak and indifference from broader society.

Suleiman appeared in court on May 1, 2026, confirming his name and date of birth. His case was sent to the Old Bailey for a preliminary hearing on May 15, 2026, and he remains in custody.