Minnesota Man Arrested for Threatening Minneapolis Synagogue
The arrest follows multiple phone threats and heightened security ahead of Jewish holy days and the anniversary of a major attack.
Overview
- A 21-year-old man was arrested after allegedly threatening to attack Temple Israel in Minneapolis.
- The synagogue reported receiving multiple threatening phone calls on September 11.
- Police increased patrols around Temple Israel due to the Jewish new year and the anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack.
- The suspect used a phone app to disguise his voice when making the threats.
- Authorities have not found evidence of antisemitic motives, but the timing of the threats is concerning.