Key takeaways:
- A masked man was seen throwing a Molotov cocktail at Temple Ner Tamid synagogue in Bloomfield, New Jersey.
- The synagogue has canceled all activities for Sunday and expects heightened police presence into the week.
- The Bloomfield Police Department is currently investigating the incident and is asking for the public’s help in identifying and apprehending the suspect.
Early Sunday morning, a masked man was seen throwing a Molotov cocktail at Temple Ner Tamid, a synagogue in Bloomfield, New Jersey. The incident occurred around 3:19 a.m. and the fire went out on impact, leaving the synagogue undamaged.
The suspect, who was wearing a black ski mask, was seen fleeing the scene on foot. In response to the incident, the synagogue has canceled all activities for Sunday and expects heightened police presence into the week.
In a statement, Temple Ner Tamid’s Rabbi Marc Katz said, “we will continue to work with local law enforcement to ensure the safety and security of our community.” The Bloomfield Police Department is currently investigating the incident and is asking for the public’s help in identifying and apprehending the suspect.
The incident has sparked fear among religious communities in the area and has prompted police to increase security around places of worship. The Bloomfield Police Department is urging anyone with information about the incident to contact them.
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