Suspect in custody after blaze damages Mississippi’s largest synagogue; vow to rebuild
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Authorities say a fire heavily damaged Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi’s largest synagogue, and a suspect has been taken into custody in what officials call arson; the FBI and Joint Terrorism Task Force are aiding the investigation. No one was injured, several Torahs were damaged or destroyed, and leaders vow to rebuild while continuing Shabbat worship with support from other congregations.
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