Siri Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara in Gravesend Image: Google :::
Kent Police was called to the Siri Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara at 8.10pm on Thursday 11 July 2024 when it was reported a male had entered the place of worship and attempted to assault those in attendance whilst armed with a bladed weapon.
Officers report a teenage boy is in custody following a disturbance at the gurdwara in Gravesend in which two women needed medical attention for cuts and bruises although nobody was seriously injured during the incident.
Officers arrested a 17-year-old boy from Gravesend on suspicion of attempted murder and a religiously-aggravated public order offence. They also recovered a bladed weapon from the scene.
Nobody else is currently sought in connection with the incident.
Detective Superintendent Ian Dyball of Kent Police said:
‘We understand the community’s concerns in relation to the events at the gurdwara, however we are treating it as an isolated incident. Patrols will remain in the area for reassurance and we thank the community for their ongoing support and assistance.’