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Sep
15
2023
PRESS RELEASE

Senator Lagana, Assemblywoman Swain, & Assemblyman Tully Condemn Bomb Threat at Fair Lawn Synagogue

FAIR LAWN, NJ – Senator Lagana, Assemblywoman Swain, and Assemblyman Tully released the following statement in response to the reported bomb threat at Congregation Ahavat Achim in Fair Lawn:

“The bomb threat targeted at Congregation Ahavat Achim in Fair Lawn last night was a disgraceful act of cowardice. While we are relieved that no evidence of a bomb or related materials was found, this threat – which came just ahead of Rosh Hashanah – is deeply troubling. 

Hate and antisemitism have no place in Fair Lawn, in New Jersey, or this country. This threat comes amid rising antisemitism and threats to Jewish institutions across our country. Last year, antisemitic incidents increased 36 percent. We are committed to working with federal, state, and local partners to address rising extremism. 

Following this incident, we’ve been in touch with local officials to offer support. We commend the Fair Lawn police for their swift response to this event, safely evacuating everyone from the synagogue. The perpetrators of this harmful act must be apprehended and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.”

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