British counter terrorism police are investigating an attack on a man who was set on fire while he was walking home from a mosque in Birmingham, central England
One man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in custody, West Midlands police said in a statement Tuesday. The victim was approached by a man who sprayed him “with an unknown substance” before setting him ablaze, officers said.
“We’re aware of a video being circulated on social media showing a man being set alight, and we’re examining it as part of our investigations,” police said. West Midlands police Supt. James Spencer said police “are determined to find out who is responsible.” And Chief Supt. Richard North said police are “keeping an open mind to the motive of the attacker,” and won’t comment further on a possible motive.
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