London Church Vandalized As Riots Grip City Streets
A wave of unrest has hit London, with a Catholic church becoming the latest target of vandalism. The statue of Mother Mary at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church in Wembley was found destroyed last week, amid ongoing clashes between anti-mass migration protesters and counter-demonstrators.
A church member, speaking anonymously, expressed fear and frustration over the incident. “Christians are being attacked too,” he said, noting the lack of media coverage. “We feel fearful.”
The vandalism occurred as riots erupted in nearby Croydon. Despite video evidence showing a mob chanting “Allahu Akbar,” police described the incident merely as “anti-social behavior.” Eight arrests were made for various offenses, including assaulting emergency workers.
Critics accuse Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and law enforcement of a “two-tier” approach to the unrest. They claim authorities have been quick to condemn anti-mass migration protesters as “far-right thugs” while downplaying violence from Muslim and far-left groups.
The Croydon riot, involving at least 50 people, was reportedly sparked by rumors of a “far-right” demonstration near a local mosque. However, this demonstration never materialized.
As tensions continue to simmer, many Londoners are calling for equal protection and fair reporting of all affected communities. The church member summed up the sentiment: “If the police actually did their job and protected all citizens, I think that would be positive.”