Man charged after allegedly damaging synagogue with truck in Brisbane
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A criminal complaint has been filed against a man who allegedly damaged the famous Brisbane Synagogue in Australia on Friday night.
According to a statement from Queensland Police, a 32-year-old Sunnybank man, whose name has not yet been released, has been charged with criminal damage with intent, serious defamation or hate crime, dangerous driving, possession of dangerous drugs and possession of utensils or pipes for use, etc. He is charged with possession.
Just after 19:15 local time on Friday, a black Toyota Hilux truck crashed into the gates of the synagogue on Margaret Street before leaving the scene, authorities said.
Police quickly tracked down the vehicle and detained the driver without incident.
The Brisbane Synagogue in Brisbane, Australia, was hit by a small truck late Friday. (Google Maps)
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According to authorities, no one was injured in the incident.
The suspect, who is believed to have acted alone, will appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court on Saturday.
There is no ongoing threat to society.
The suspect faces charges including hate crime, according to Queensland police. (Robbie Stephenson/PA Images via Getty Images)
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“The Queensland Police Service remains focused on ensuring community safety and continues to support and engage with all local religious communities,” the force wrote.
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli stated that he was informed about the incident and noted that the incident was “very sad for the Jewish community in Queensland.”
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli described the incident as “very sad for the Jewish community in Queensland”.
Crisafulli added that he had met with police as well as Jewish leaders and reassured Queenslanders that the incident was being taken seriously.
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“This is another sign of why we have put strong legislation in Parliament to protect all people in the places where they worship,” Crisafulli wrote in an article. expression About X. “We are going through the process and I fully intend for these to be passed in the next session of Parliament.”
This is an evolving story. Please check back for updates.
