Synagogue Is Vandalized Days After Anniversary of L.A. Wildfire That Leveled It
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Members of the Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center recently gathered to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the wildfire that destroyed their synagogue and much of Altadena.
- Shortly after the remembrance event, anti-Zionist graffiti was found on an exterior wall of the synagogue, causing distress among the community during an already emotional time.
- The vandalism was reported to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, which is investigating it as a possible hate crime.
- The discovery came just one day after an arson attack on the oldest synagogue in Mississippi, adding to concerns within the Jewish community.
- The original wildfire, known as the Eaton fire, resulted in 19 deaths and widespread destruction across Los Angeles County.
