French Police Arrest Suspect in Synagogue Arson Attack

A suspect has been detained by French police for an arson attack on a synagogue in La Grande Motte, injuring a police officer. The suspect was arrested in Nimes after a shootout. The attack is being investigated as an attempted assassination linked to terrorism. Police reinforcements have been ordered to protect Jewish places of worship.

French police have detained a suspect in an arson attack on a synagogue in La Grande Motte that injured a police officer, the acting interior minister announced.

The fire, set early Saturday, damaged vehicles and led to an injury when a propane tank exploded. The suspect, arrested in Nimes after a shootout, is linked to terrorist activities and two others are also in custody.

Authorities have increased security at Jewish sites as investigations continue, with President Macron condemning the attack as a terrorist act.