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Five injured in suspected anti-Muslim attacks after armed man roamed Edinburgh streets

Lewis Hawkes, a 36-year-old Edinburgh man, appeared in court Monday facing five counts of attempted murder. Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated the attacks appeared to be motivated by anti-Muslim hatred. A rally called Reclaim Our Streets is being supported by figures including Frankie Boyle and Humza Yousaf.

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The suspect has been identified as Lewis Hawkes and charged with attempted murder with terrorist connections.

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  1. Lewis Hawkes charged with attempted murder after Edinburgh attacks

    Lewis Hawkes, a 36-year-old Edinburgh man, appeared in court Monday facing five counts of attempted murder. Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated the attacks appeared to be motivated by anti-Muslim hatred. A rally called Reclaim Our Streets is being supported by figures including Frankie Boyle and Humza Yousaf.

    What's confirmed:

    • Lewis Hawkes, a 36-year-old man from Edinburgh, was charged with five counts of attempted murder aggravated by reason of having a terrorist connection.
    • Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the attacks appeared to be motivated by anti-Muslim hatred.
    • Frankie Boyle, Paul Laverty, and Humza Yousaf are supporting a Reclaim Our Streets rally in Edinburgh.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The suspect claimed he was protecting the country from Muslims during the attacks.
    • The attacks were carried out with an axe.
    • The attacks occurred amid a nationwide scandal over Pakistani rape gangs.
    confidence 90%

  2. Man Charged After Suspected Anti-Muslim Attacks in Edinburgh

    Counter-terrorism police are investigating a series of violent incidents in Edinburgh that left five men injured. A 36-year-old white man has been arrested and charged in connection with the attacks. The incidents occurred near a mosque and a pizzeria.

    What's confirmed:

    • Five men were injured in attacks in Edinburgh.
    • Counter-terrorism police are investigating the incidents.
    • A 36-year-old white man was arrested.
    • The suspect has been charged in relation to the suspected anti-Muslim attacks.
    • Two people were injured near a mosque.
    • Sir Keir Starmer called the attacks "absolutely appalling".

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The suspect used a machete during a rampage.
    • The suspect was bare-chested while roaming the streets.
    • The suspect claimed he was "protecting country".
    confidence 90%