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Psychological evaluation for Montreal synagogue arson suspect facing six charges
The synagogue was empty and suffered only minor damage after quick action by emergency responders and public security, officials said.
- A 38-year-old man faces six charges following an alleged arson attempt on Friday at a Montreal-area synagogue, though a court hearing scheduled for today was postponed.
- Police were called early Friday to Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom in Westmount, Que., after reports of someone allegedly attempting to set fire to the empty building, which sustained minor damage.
- The suspect faces charges including arson, possessing incendiary materials, using an explosive substance, and possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
- Rabbi Lisa Grushcow described the location as "the room where Jewish life happens," while Jewish organizations said society must take antisemitism more seriously.
- A Quebec court judge postponed today's hearing because a psychological evaluation requested by the Crown had not been completed.
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