The Metropolitan Police has appealed to the public for help in identifying five individuals suspected of offences during the pro-Palestine marches in central London on November 25 and 26. The individuals are believed to have committed various offences, including using discriminatory language and engaging in hate crimes.

Images of the suspects have been released by the police, who are seeking information from the public to swiftly identify them. All five individuals are suspected of holding placards displaying offensive and discriminatory language, which constitutes an offence under the Public Order Act.

Commander Paul Trevers, the Criminal Justice lead in the Met, emphasised the largely peaceful nature of the protests but noted that a small number of individuals engaged in unacceptable behaviour. Trevers urged the public to come forward if they recognise any of the people in the images, stating, “There is no place for hate in London, and it is important that everyone feels safe on our streets. It’s unacceptable to use these demonstrations to incite hatred.”

The released images have been added to the Met’s appeals webpage, which consolidates all live appeals in one location. Currently, over 60 unnamed individuals are listed on this page. Individuals with information about the five suspects or any others on the appeals page are encouraged to contact the police at 020 8246 9386, quoting Operation Brocks. Alternatively, they can tweet @MetCC. For those wishing to remain anonymous, the independent charity Crimestoppers can be reached at 0800 555 111.