A suspicious fire was set at the East Melbourne Hebrew Congregation, where an unknown man used a flammable liquid to ignite the front door. Approximately 20 people were inside during the incident but evacuated without injuries. The police are investigating and seeking CCTV footage, while an arson chemist is being called to the scene. Prime Minister Albanese and Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan condemned the act, emphasizing that antisemitism and hate-based offenses are unacceptable in society.
Victoria police alleged an unknown man entered the grounds of the East Melbourne Hebrew Congregation and set fire to the front door after pouring a flammable liquid on it.
There were an estimated 20 people inside the synagogue at the time of the incident, who were forced to evacuate through the rear of the building.
Albanese stated that antisemitism has no place in Australia and emphasized that those responsible for such acts must be held accountable.
Jacinta Allan condemned the attack, labeling it disgraceful and highlighted that any attack on a place of worship is an act of hate, specifically antisemitism.
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