- Seattle police officers and firefighters responded to two reported hazmat situations at synagogues.
- The Sephardic Bikur Holim Congregation, an orthodox synagogue, was evacuated due to a white, powdery substance found in an envelope during mail opening. The FBI is investigating a similar situation at another local congregation.
- The powder was tested and determined not to be hazardous.
- Law enforcement and public safety officials are working to determine how many letters were sent, the individuals responsible for them, and the motives behind these incidents. Read More