Israeli Flag Burned Outside Tenafly Synagogue; Police Investigate Anti-Semitic Act

Vandalism at Temple Sinai

• 🕍 Temple Sinai in Tenafly, New Jersey, is investigating an anti-semitic act of vandalism where an Israeli flag was burned.
• 💔 The damaged flag, which flew alongside American and gay pride flags, was discovered by a parent of a nursery school child.
• 🗣️ Temple Sinai's Executive Director expressed sadness and disappointment but affirmed the community's strength and commitment to replacing the flag.

Community Response and Security Measures

• 🔍 Tenafly police are actively investigating the incident, reviewing surveillance footage to identify the culprit.
• 😔 Community members expressed anger and frustration over the ignorant behavior, with some questioning the timing of the act, especially given recent events.
• 🤝 The community previously came together in June to celebrate the release of Idan Alexander, a Tenafly resident kidnapped in Israel on October 7th.

Preparations for High Holidays

• 📈 Many houses of worship are increasing security due to ongoing crises, and Temple Sinai is no exception.
• 🗓️ A ceremony is planned for Monday to replace the flag, coinciding with the beginning of the Jewish high holidays.
• 👮 Mayor Zenna announced that police patrols will be intensified around the synagogue and throughout the high holidays.
• 📣 Authorities are appealing to the public for any information regarding the vandalism.