AJC Decries Murderous Assault on Pittsburgh Synagogue
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Saturday, October 27, 2018
NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --AJC is totally appalled by the horrific shooting attack inside a Pittsburgh synagogue during Shabbat morning services today.
Key Points:
- NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --AJC is totally appalled by the horrific shooting attack inside a Pittsburgh synagogue during Shabbat morning services today.
- At least eleven people were killed and six wounded in the assault at Tree of Life Or L'Simcha Congregation.
- "The sanctity of the Sabbath was shattered today, a solemn reminder that we Jews, even in the U.S., must be constantly vigilant," said AJC CEO David Harris.
- "We mourn with the families of the victims, pray for the full and speedy recovery of the wounded, and stand in solidarity with the entire Pittsburgh Jewish community."