Birmingham mosques attacked with sledgehammers in late-night rampage leaving Muslim community shaken
"Incredibly important that everyone unites against those who seek to create discord, uncertainty and fear in our communities," West Midlands Police Chief Constable Dave Thompson
At least five mosques in Birmingham were attacked on Wednesday night and their windows smashed with a sledgehammer, prompting an anti-terror investigation and calls from imams for more police protection ahead of Friday prayers.
Reports state that seven windows and two doors were smashed in the late-night attack at the Witton Road Islamic Center in Witton. According to the imam of the mosque, the attack occurred between 1:30 am and 2 am. West Midlands Police also confirmed the reports saying that they were alerted to the attacks throughout the night, the Daily Mail reported.
Other mosques which were attacked on Wednesday night were on Albert Road, Birchfield Road, Slade Road, Witton Road and Broadway in Birmingham.