FBI says man targeted Mississippi synagogue in arson attack because of its 'Jewish ties'
Summary
The FBI has charged Stephen Spencer Pittman with setting fire to a synagogue in Mississippi. He admitted targeting the building because of its Jewish connections. No injuries were reported, but the fire significantly damaged the synagogue.Key Facts
- The FBI charged Stephen Spencer Pittman with setting fire to a Mississippi synagogue.
- Pittman confessed to targeting the synagogue due to its Jewish ties.
- The fire occurred early on a Saturday morning and damaged the building but injured no one.
- Security footage showed a masked person using gasoline to start the fire inside the synagogue.
- Pittman was reported to the FBI by his father, who said his son confessed to starting the fire.
- The fire destroyed parts of the synagogue, including two sacred Torah scrolls.
- The community plans to rebuild the synagogue with help from local churches offering their spaces.
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