Brisbane Synagogue rammed in 'targeted attack'
Sydney Morning Herald
February 21, 2026
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Brisbane Synagogue was targeted in a brazen attack when a vehicle was rammed into its gates, sparking concerns over rising anti-Semitic violence. Police have charged a 32-year-old man from Sunnybank with multiple offenses related to the incident, which occurred at the Bnei Brak Synagogue, an Orthodox Jewish synagogue located in Brisbane’s inner city. This attack comes amid growing tensions and targeted acts of violence against Jewish communities worldwide, raising fears about community safety and religious freedom.
The suspect was captured on surveillance footage ramming a utility vehicle into the synagogue’s gates during services, causing significant damage to the building. The act was described as a “targeted attack” by authorities, with investigations ongoing to determine whether there were
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Originally published on Sydney Morning Herald on 2/21/2026