East London Mosque evacuated after “credible” bomb threat

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The Metropolitan Police were called to the East London Mosque and London Muslim Centre, Whitechapel after a threatening email was received. The threat caused the mosque to close and cancel one of its mandatory daily prayers.

🚨 Due to an emergency, the Mosque has been evacuated and unfortunately we will not be able to facilitate Salatul Maghrib. Further update will be provided in due course, InshaAllah

— East London Mosque & London Muslim Centre (@elondonmosque) December 7, 2023

A spokesperson for the Met said: “Police were called at 15:02hrs on Thursday, 7 December after a threatening email was sent to the East London Mosque in Whitechapel. 

“Nothing suspicious was found the incident was stood down shortly before 17:00hrs.”

The police said that further enquiries will be made into the incident, the mosque announced that it will reopen for night prayers.

We are pleased to announce that the Mosque has now reopened after addressing the emergency situation. Salatul Isha and all regular activities will resume as scheduled. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time.

— East London Mosque & London Muslim Centre (@elondonmosque) December 7, 2023