French Police arrests suspect behind fire attack on synagogue

French police arrested a man on Sunday suspected of setting fires and causing an explosion at a synagogue in La Grande-Motte, southern France. The attack injured a police officer and involved propane gas, with five people in the synagogue unharmed. Authorities denounce the act as an attempt to kill Jews amid rising antisemitism.

Aug 25, 2024 - 11:30
French Police arrests suspect behind fire attack on synagogue
French police arrested a man on Sunday suspected of setting fires and causing an explosion at a synagogue in La Grande-Motte, southern France. The attack injured a police officer and involved propane gas, with five people in the synagogue unharmed. Authorities denounce the act as an attempt to kill Jews amid rising antisemitism.