Counter Terrorism Policing London

Counter Terrorism Policing London is a specialized unit within the Metropolitan Police responsible for investigating and preventing terrorism and related crimes in London. They are in the news due to their involvement in several recent incidents. These include investigating suspicious items found in Kensington Gardens near the Israeli embassy, responding to a security incident also near the embassy after a video surfaced claiming a drone attack, and leading the investigation into an arson attack on a business in Hendon, north-west London. While the Hendon arson is not yet linked to previous attacks on Jewish institutions, counter-terrorism officers are involved due to similarities between the incidents. Their current relevance stems from the heightened security concerns and potential threats in London, requiring their expertise in identifying, assessing, and responding to potential acts of terrorism and related extremism.