Congregation Beth El

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In a press conference today, Prosecutor John L. Molinelli announced the arrest of AAKASH DALAL in connection with the Bergen County synagogue firebombings.

DEFENDANT: Aakash A. Dalal DOB: 5-6-1992
LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 99 Bayard Street, Apt. 4C, New Brunswick, NJ
DATE OF ARREST: March 2, 2012

On Wednesday, February 15, 2012 (from 7:00pm – 9:00pm) at the Williams Center in Rutherford there will be a Night of Diversity and Unity

Unity through understanding: the night will include testimonies from those who experienced prejudice and hate, meet and greet of different cultures and religion, and performances by choirs from Rutherford’s High and Middle schools.

We will post more information soon.

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NBC New York has learned that authorities have arrested a suspect wanted in connection with an early-morning firebombing at a northern New Jersey synagogue where a rabbi and his family were sleeping.

No one was injured when someone threw several objects, including a rigged aerosol can and a Molotov cocktail, into the synagogue in Rutherford on Jan. 11, but the county prosecutor said the incident was being considered an attempted murder case.

The synagogue is one component of the building, which houses Congregation Beth El, a school and Rabbi Nosson Schuman and his family.

One of the firebomb devices crashed through Schuman’s second-floor bedroom window at about 4:30 a.m., burning him on the hand. His wife, five children and mother- and father-in-law escaped unscathed.

Authorities released photos of a possible suspect last week. He was seen on surveillance video wearing a red and black track suit, black sneakers and a red wool skullcap. He was carrying a camouflage backpack.

Authorities have released images of a man they believe has direct knowledge relating to the fire bombing / attempted murder.

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The man appears to be fair skinned with brown to black hair and beard.

He is approx. 5’10″ – 6’1″ and has a thin to medium build. He is between 18 and 30 years old and was observed wearing a red/orange and black warm-up suit, black sneakers and a red/orange wool hat (skullcap). He was also carrying a camouflage backpack and was seen riding a bicycle.

Anyone who spots the suspect is urged not to approach or confront him. Instead, call 911 or stop a law enforcement officer. You can also call the Bergen County hotline number at 201-226-5532, text your tips to 551 265 5651 or e-mail your observation to TIPS@BCPO.NET 

As you may of heard, our Synagogue, located in Rutherford, NJ was the victim of a vicious fire-bombing on January 11, 2012. In addition, our Rabbi was injured in the attack.

Congregation Beth El (formally known as Temple Beth El) has been serving the community of Rutherford and it’s surrounding South Bergen towns for over 50 years.

We are a small congregation and have limited funds. I’ve set up this website so, if you feel so moved, you can donate to our fund. The primary purpose is to purchase a new, state-of-the-art security system. Any donations are tax-deductible and are greatly appreciated. To donate any amount, please click the red button below, or the ‘widget’ on the right side of this page to donate via Paypal or Credit Card. You may also send a check directly to Congregation Beth El, 185 Montross Avenue, Rutherford, NJ 07070. Please make all checks payable to Congregation Beth El. 

Thank you.

 -Adam Wolf