https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwy895lz221o Published by Jonny Humphries | North West | 25 Feb’26
A man has been arrested after walking into a mosque allegedly carrying weapons including an axe and a knife. Police were called to Manchester Central Mosque on Upper Park Road in Victoria Park, Rusholme, at about 20:40 GMT on Tuesday to report that two men were acting suspiciously.
Following this incident, a Methodist Priest Revd Dr Raj Patta [@rajpatta] wrote a prayer of solidarity in the standing firmly against Islamophobia, racism, hatred, and all forms of intolerance. (Pls see the image below.)
Locally, Luton Mosques have stated this incident has caused significant anxiety and concern among Mosque management committees and congregation members across Luton. In light of these events, Luton Mosques are moving to heightened vigilance and reviewing security arrangements as a matter of urgency.
Thanking Bedfordshire Police for their continued partnership, assistance and support, they requested for
increased police visibility and patrols around Mosques in Luton, particularly during peak prayer times, guidance on any specific intelligence or threat assessments relevant to our area, advice on additional protective security measures Mosques should consider implementing, and a designated point of contact for rapid communication should any concerns arise.
Luton Mosques have assured of their commitment to working collaboratively with Bedfordshire Police to ensure that our communities remain safe and reassured.
Also read this: https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-statement-on-manchester-central-mosque-security-incident/
