CCTV footage appears to show a group of people with their faces covered walk into the restaurant before pouring liquid on to the floor. Seconds later, the inside of the restaurant is engulfed in flames.
'Going out for a scorching curry' takes on new meaning!
Five people - three women and two men - were treated for burns and smoke inhalation. Two of them were taken to a major trauma centre and three were taken to local hospitals, London Ambulance Service said.Three of the injured are in a life-threatening condition, the Metropolitan Police said.
Witnesses describe horrific scenes.
Detective Chief Inspector Mark Rogers, of the Met’s Central Specialist Crime North unit said: “We understand this incident will cause concern within the community. My team of specialist detectives are working at speed to piece the incident together.
“Locals can expect to see a large police presence in the area. If you have any concerns, please speak to those officers on the ground.”
Police have arrested a 15-year-old boy and 54-year-old man on suspicion of carrying out an arson attack at a restaurant in east London.
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