"I believe in my heart that Minneapolis is a really amazing place to be. I believe that this city has my heart, and I am so, so grateful for all of this support."
"The attacks gave me an opportunity to spread peace and love. I'm not going to be in a closet, and I don't think any queer-owned business should be."
Firomsa Ahmed Umar, 32, was convicted of arson for throwing Molotov cocktails at Fletcher's Ice Cream and Cafe in Minneapolis, targeting the gay-owned business. The jury found him guilty of arson, attempted arson, and possession of unregistered destructive devices. The attacks occurred on October 19 and 20, causing minor damage. Owner Jason Fletcher expressed gratitude for community support and emphasized the importance of standing up for queer-owned businesses. Umar may face hate crime penalties during sentencing due to the bias motivation behind his actions.
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