Mass. synagogue vandalized twice, including once with swastika, police say
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Franklin police are investigating two recent incidents of anti-Semitic vandalism that occurred between Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. One incident involved a 'We Stand With Israel' yard sign outside Temple Etz Chaim, which was vandalized with red paint and had its solar panel damaged. The other incident involved a swastika painted on the ground near East Central Street. While the police have no evidence linking the two acts, both incidents remain under investigation, and the department is urging anyone with information to come forward.
Franklin police are investigating two incidents of vandalism against Jewish symbols, including a mutilated pro-Israel sign and a swastika painted on East Central Street.
The vandals targeted a 'We Stand With Israel' sign, damaging it with red paint while also removing parts of the solar-powered light associated with the sign.
The police reported that the vandalism likely occurred overnight between Tuesday and Wednesday, though there is no evidence linking the two separate acts.
Franklin police urge anyone with information to reach out, indicating community involvement is crucial in addressing these hate crimes.
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