Jewish Community Center

Franklin Sechriest admitted he attempted to burn down the Austin synagogue in 2021.

Austin saw more documented incidents than any other Texas city last year. The majority of incidents were nonviolent.

Nineteen-year-old Franklin Barrett Sechriest was handed down a three-count indictment for allegedly starting the Oct. 31 blaze at Congregation Beth Israel.

Franklin Barrett Sechriest was charged with arson with intent to damage a place of worship, a first-degree felony.

Austin's elected officials and faith leaders say the recent surge in antisemitic incidents is worrisome.

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