Second man arrested over Ripponlea synagogue firebombing

A second man has been arrested over his alleged involvement in the Adass Israel Synagogue fire late last year.

Victoria Police deputy commissioner Wendy Hargraves speaking at a press conference this afternoon revealed the joint counter terrorism team carried out seven search warrants earlier this morning and expect more arrests to follow.

“A 21-year-old man has been arrested … investigators will allege that this man deliberately set fire to the Ripponlea Synagogue on the sixth of December last year,” she said.

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She says police remain “relentless” in finding those responsible for the arson.

“Make no mistake, this investigation remains a key priority for Victoria Police and the AFP and ASIO, and we are dedicated to bringing it to a successful conclusion as soon as possible,” she added.

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