The Counter Terrorism Command of the Metropolitan Police is urging individuals in the United Kingdom who have direct evidence related to the recent terrorist attacks in southern Israel to come forward and provide information to the authorities. The attacks began on Saturday, 7 October and extended over the following days, resulting in casualties, including UK nationals who have been reported missing or killed.
Specialist officers are closely coordinating with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) to act on any information received regarding UK nationals involved in the attacks. Family liaison officers from various UK police forces are offering support to the affected families, and UK authorities are also involved in facilitating the repatriation of loved ones back to the UK.
Furthermore, efforts are being made to gather information that may assist in any future coronial processes. The appeal is directed towards individuals who may have recently returned from Israel and possess footage or images of the terrorist attacks. It is also extended to individuals residing in the UK who have received direct messages, images, or videos from acquaintances, relatives, or loved ones in Israel.
However, the authorities request that people refrain from reporting information or footage obtained through open-source research such as media reports, online platforms, or social media. Instead, individuals are encouraged to share relevant footage or material through the following link: https:///ukpoliceimageappeal.co.uk/upload/choose. Alternatively, they can contact the police in confidence at 0800 789 321.
To ensure comprehensive coverage, officers have been deployed to ports across the country, aiming to engage with and provide assistance to anyone returning from Israel. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to address the aftermath of the terrorist attacks and gather essential evidence that may contribute to the ongoing investigation.
