Baltimore Police Arrest Suspect in August 8 Hate Crime Arson at Jewish Museum

Aug 10, 2024, 03:06 PM

Baltimore police and federal authorities are investigating an arson incident at the Jewish Museum of Maryland that occurred on August 8, 2024. The fire was set just outside the locked front gates of the museum. A 66-year-old man with a history of fire-related crimes has been arrested in connection with the incident, which is being treated as a hate crime. The suspect was identified quickly by investigators, and a warrant was obtained for his arrest. The fire took place in the unit block of Lloyd Street.