Police made arrests in two separate incidents across England, with four people detained during a protest in Epsom and eight others arrested in London as part of a counter-terrorism investigation.

In Epsom, four individuals were arrested during a demonstration related to an alleged rape case. Police stated there is no evidence that immigrants or asylum seekers were involved in the alleged sexual assault that prompted the protest.

Separately in London, counter-terrorism officers arrested eight people in connection with what authorities described as an alleged plot targeting a venue associated with the Jewish community. Seven of these arrests occurred within a 48-hour period as part of what police characterized as a proactive investigation.

The London arrests were also linked to a series of arson attacks that have taken place in the capital, though police have not provided details about the specific connection between the alleged plot and the fire incidents.

Authorities have not released the identities of those arrested in either case, and it remains unclear whether charges have been filed. Both investigations appear to be ongoing, with police providing limited information about the specific allegations or evidence involved.