YWN has learned that a suspicious device – possibly involving propane gas – was found this morning in the Stamford Hill section of London at the Satmar Bais medrash, 26 Clapton Common. The device was located behind the large tent which was built for the upcoming visit of the Satmar Rebbe Shlita from Kiryas Yoel.

The bomb squad from the London Metropolitan Police who was on the scene this morning told the YWN London correspondent, that “had the device been detonated – it could have been catastrophic.”

Boruch Hashem, the device was disarmed, and police have launched an investigation. There are no suspects at this time, and no arrests have been made.

Thousands are scheduled to be gathering with the Rebbe – who will be visiting next week to be with his Chassidim, and to raise funds for the Satmar Mosdos in Williamsburg.

(YWN London Correspondent)