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Fire deliberately set at Mississippi synagogue

A fire deliberately set early Saturday morning severely damaged Beth Israel Congregation

Jason Weisberger
Jan 12, 2026
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Mississippi

A fire deliberately set early Saturday morning severely damaged Beth Israel Congregation, the only synagogue in Jackson. Arson destroyed parts of the building and damaged sacred objects, including its Torah. Authorities have arrested a suspect who was taken into custody while being treated for burns. The FBI is assisting local officials as th…

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