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Two teenagers jailed for decade-long sentences over London restaurant arson
Two 17-year-old youths have been sentenced to 10 years imprisonment following a deliberate arson attack at an Indian restaurant in London that left multiple diners with severe burn injuries. The court found the attackers had planned the assault and armed themselves with weapons before targeting the establishment.
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A British court has handed down substantial prison sentences to two teenagers convicted of orchestrating a violent arson attack at Indian Aroma restaurant in London on August 22, 2025. The pair, both aged 17 at the time of the incident, arrived at the venue armed with weapons and threatened diners before initiating the fire that engulfed the premises.
The attack resulted in serious injuries to multiple patrons, including a couple who sustained life-threatening burn wounds requiring emergency medical intervention. Investigators determined the teenagers had meticulously planned the assault, indicating premeditation rather than a spontaneous act of violence.
The sentencing judgment emphasized the severity of the offence, with the court noting the calculated nature of the attack and the deliberate intent to cause harm. The 10-year custodial sentences reflect the gravity of the injuries inflicted and the danger posed to the public during the incident.
Authorities have not disclosed a motive for the attack. The case marks a significant development in addressing violent crime involving young offenders in the United Kingdom.