Edgware man admits petrol bomb attack on Islamic centre
Iman Zand pleaded guilty to possession of an explosive with intent to injure property after an incident in Maida Vale.
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Iman Zand, who resides in Edgware, has admitted to throwing petrol bombs into the grounds of the Islamic Centre of England in Maida Vale. The incident took place on February 3 this year and resulted in fire damage to a cabin within the centre's grounds. The main building was not affected, and no injuries were reported.
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Zand, aged 47, targeted the centre believing it to be connected to the Iranian government. He approached the site and threw two bottles containing accelerant over the wall before leaving the scene in a car. He was later stopped by police near his Edgware home and arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life. Zand offered no comment during police interviews and was subsequently charged. At Wood Green Crown Court, he pleaded guilty to possession of an explosive with intent to injure property. He had also stated he was experiencing mental health difficulties at the time of the attack.
Investigation and consequences
Detective Chief Inspector Paul Ridley, who led the investigation, described the attack as premeditated and disturbing. He stated that Zand, armed with petrol bombs, carried out a targeted assault under the cover of darkness that could have led to significant loss of life. The investigation was treated as a hate crime. Zand is scheduled for sentencing at Wood Green Crown Court on a date yet to be confirmed.
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+What did Iman Zand admit to doing?
Iman Zand admitted to throwing two petrol bombs into the grounds of the Islamic Centre of England in Maida Vale on February 3 this year. The attack caused fire damage to a cabin on the site.
+What was Zand charged with and where did he plead guilty?
Zand pleaded guilty to possession of an explosive with intent to injure property at Wood Green Crown Court. He was arrested near his home in Edgware following the incident.
+When will Iman Zand be sentenced?
Iman Zand is due to be sentenced at Wood Green Crown Court. The date for his sentencing has not yet been confirmed.
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