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By Staff Writer with Agencies
LONDON, May 12 — Authorities have launched a counterterrorism investigation after a suspicious fire broke out at the north London home of Prime Minister Keir Starmer early Monday morning. Emergency services responded swiftly to the incident, which is now being treated as potentially deliberate.
The London Fire Brigade was called to the scene in Kentish Town at 1:11 a.m. after reports of a small blaze at the front of the property. The fire, which damaged the front door, was quickly extinguished by firefighters from two engines. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
A neighbor on the street described hearing a “loud, one-off bang,” likening the sound to a “firebomb, “ suggesting that glass may have shattered during the explosion. This account, along with the damage and time of occurrence, has led police to classify the fire as suspicious. The scene remains cordoned off, with both Metropolitan Police officers and counterterrorism units present as the investigation continues.
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Though Keir Starmer resides at 10 Downing Street as Prime Minister, he retains his residence in Kentish Town. It remains unclear whether he or any family members were present at the time of the incident.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed the timeline: “On Monday, 12 May at 1.35 a.m., police were alerted by the London Fire Brigade to reports of a fire at a residential address.” The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have yet to confirm the motive or any suspects involved.
A spokesperson for the London Fire Brigade stated: “Firefighters were called to a small fire outside a property in Kentish Town. Two fire engines from Kentish Town Fire Station attended the scene and swiftly brought the fire under control.”
Downing Street issued a brief statement saying the Prime Minister is thankful for the prompt response by emergency services but will not comment further while the investigation remains active.
The incident raises security concerns for government officials and underscores the ongoing risks faced by high-profile public figures. Additional police presence is expected in the area while forensic teams assess the scene and collect evidence.
Authorities are urging anyone with information or who witnessed suspicious activity in the area around the time of the fire to contact the Metropolitan Police.
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