‘Brit’ gunman took 4 hostages before killed by cops at Texas synagogue
It was reported the congregation's rabbi,The FBI said during a press conference late on Saturday that they know the identity of the suspect, but were waiting to release more information.
“We want the hostage-taker to know that Dr. Aafia Siddiqui and her family strongly condemn this act and do not stand by you."He was carrying backpacks, claiming to have had explosives.A man's voice was heard talking on the live stream occasionally saying "do something" and "I haven't spoken to her," and at times yelling profanities.The man also made mention of having "six beautiful kids.
The synagogue's morning service began around 10am, according to their calendar, which is around the time cops said they received calls about the situation.Many have taken to Twitter offering thoughts and prayers to Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker, who was among the hostages taken on Saturday.Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker is among one of the hostages inside the synagogueCredit: ReutersThe rabbi in New York City had called the NYPD, who said they were aware of the situation.
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