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crime2 years ago

Teen Arrested for Plotting Mass Shooting at Ohio Synagogue

A 13-year-old boy in Ohio has been arrested and accused of conspiring to carry out a mass shooting at the Temple Israel synagogue. The boy was allegedly communicating with an unknown person in Washington state through the Discord group-chat app. The FBI was alerted to the boy's online discussions by employees of Discord. During an interview with the FBI, the boy admitted to being part of multiple antisemitic and political groups on Discord. The boy has been charged with inducing panic and disorderly conduct and is scheduled for trial in December. Antisemitic hate crimes have been on the rise, and the Anti-Defamation League expressed horror at the allegations, emphasizing the need to address hate and threats on social media.

crime2 years ago

"Arrest Made in Upstate NY Synagogue Shooting Incident"

Law enforcement agencies are investigating a shots fired incident near Temple Israel of Albany, with one person taken into custody. No injuries were reported, and the suspect has been identified as Mufid Fawaz Alkhader. The incident, which resulted in a temporary lockdown of nearby facilities, is being investigated as a hate crime after the suspect was heard saying "Free Palestine." Alkhader has been charged with possession of a firearm by a prohibited person and is expected to appear in court. Governor Kathy Hochul condemned the act of antisemitism and emphasized the need for unity against hate and violence.

crime2 years ago

Arrest made after shots fired at Albany synagogue

A 28-year-old man was taken into custody after allegedly shooting a shotgun at Temple Israel in Albany, New York. No injuries were reported, but the incident caused fear and anxiety among the synagogue and surrounding community. The suspect, who made a comment about "free Palestine," was apprehended by city police shortly after fleeing the scene. Federal authorities are leading the investigation, and the suspect could face federal charges. Governor Kathy Hochul expressed her solidarity with the Jewish community and directed increased patrols at at-risk sites for the Hanukkah holiday.