Explosion at Swedish Synagogue Considered Vandalism

Sweden – A few minutes after two o’clock police were alerted by several callers who heard a heavy bang and saw a glow after an explosion during the night of Friday, on the steps of the synagogue at Bethany Plan in Malmo. Police patrols found the black burnt residue at the synagogue, but consider that it was not a major charge that exploded.

Probably some form of fireworks, “said police officer Goran Billberg.

The damage to the building is restricted to a few small glass panes broken.

Following the incident police tighten their supervision of the synagogue, and consults with the Jewish community.  Several times in the past has Malmö synagogue and the church subjected to threats and attacks, but police said no incidents have been reported in years prior to the night’s blast. Offense classified as vandalism.