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After their synagogue is attacked, a tight-knit Jewish community vows to keep coming together
A Torah scroll removed from Temple Israel outside Detroit – where a driver rammed an explosives-laden truck and opened fire – was lifted up at Friday’s Shabbat service across the street in a makeshift sanctuary for one of the nation’s largest Reform houses of worship.
TL;DR
- Temple Israel outside Detroit was attacked by a driver who rammed an explosives-laden truck and opened fire.
- The congregation held their Shabbat service in a makeshift sanctuary at the Shenandoah Country Club, supported by the Chaldean Iraqi immigrant community.
- Sacred Torah scrolls were removed from the damaged synagogue and one was held during the service.
- The FBI is investigating the incident as a targeted act of violence against the Jewish community.
- All children and teachers were safe, though one guard was injured.
- The community emphasized their resilience and the importance of coming together despite the attack.