US EditionSecond Man Charged over Adass Israel Synagogue Arson
Authorities charged a second man in connection with the synagogue firebombing, linked to other crimes involving a stolen vehicle, as investigations continue under the Joint Counter Terrorism Team.
- The JCTT charged a 20-year-old Meadow Heights man on Thursday, August 21, with arson, conduct endangering life and theft related to the Adass Israel Synagogue firebombing, marking the second arrest in recent weeks.
- The December 6 firebombing gutted the Adass Israel Synagogue in Ripponlea, and authorities treat the incident as politically motivated or potentially terrorism-related with the JCTT leading inquiries.
- Police say a stolen blue Volkswagen Golf was used as the getaway vehicle and linked to other crimes, alleging three alleged arsonists broke into the synagogue and used it in the LUX Nightclub arson on November 21.
- The accused remains remanded and will next appear at the Melbourne Magistrates Court on August 27, facing combined maximum penalties of up to 35 years behind bars.
- Forensic teams are examining seized electronic devices and 11 cell phones, and prosecutors have until 22 October 2025 to review evidence; investigators also probe links to Kazem 'Kaz' Hamad in Dubai.
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