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Police arrest suspect in Melbourne synagogue arson attack
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA, JUL 30 – Police arrested a 21-year-old man suspected as one of three responsible for the firebombing that destroyed two synagogue buildings in a politically motivated attack, with a global investigation ongoing.
- Australian police arrested a 21-year-old man suspected of setting fire to the Adass Israel Synagogue in December, according to Victoria Police Deputy Commissioner Wendy Steendam.
- The arson attack destroyed the synagogue and caused minor burns to a worshipper during a politically motivated incident.
- Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke described the incident as a hate crime and emphasized that such violence has no place in Australia.
- Further arrests are anticipated, according to Australian Federal Police Deputy Commissioner Krissy Barrett.
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Man Arrested for Synagogue Arson, Police Sweep 7 Melbourne Sites
A 21-year-old Werribee man has been arrested over his alleged involvement in the arson attack that caused significant damage to the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne in December 2024. The arrest was made on July 30 by the Victorian Joint Counter Terrorism Team (JCTT), which includes members from Victoria Police, the Australian Federal Police (AFP), and the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO). Authorities allege he is one of th…
Australian Police Arrest Suspect in Arson Attack on Melbourne Synagogue
The Victorian Joint Counter Terrorism Team (JCTT) in Australia announced the apprehension of an unnamed 21-year-old man for his alleged role in a Dec. 6, 2024, arson attack. Photo: Victoria Police The Victorian Joint Counter Terrorism Team (JCTT) in Australia announced the apprehension of an unnamed 21-year-old man who could face charges which carry potential 15- and 10-year jail sentences for his alleged role in a Dec. 6, 2024, arson attack on …
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Police arrest suspect in Melbourne synagogue arson attack
Australian police say they have arrested one of three men they suspect are responsible for an arson attack on a Melbourne synagogue that marked a major escalation in antisemitic violence across the nation.
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