New video shows 2 suspects damaging area outside Old City synagogue

Thursday, October 24, 2024
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Investigators released a new video showing the suspects in two incidents at an Old City synagogue early Tuesday morning.

The first shows a man setting a fire in a dumpster outside the Mikveh Israel Congregation Synagogue on North 4th Street.

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It happened around 2 a.m., according to police.

Hours later, at approximately 6:30 a.m., surveillance video captured two men attempting to gain entry to the synagogue.



They were unsuccessful, according to police, but they did cause damage to the fence and a door.

It is unclear at this time if those incidents are connected, investigators say.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the police.
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