Washington - Today, the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office announced an arrest in connection to the attempted murder of Rabbi Nosson Schuman and his family while they were sleeping in their living quarters located in Congregation Beth-El, in Rutherford on January 11th. Anthony M. Graziano, a 19 year old man from Lodi, was charged with 9 counts of attempted murder and other charges. Graziano was also charged with arson and the firebombing of Temple K'Hal Adath Jeshurun in Paramus a week earlier. After the most recent attack, Senator Menendez sent a letter to Attorney General Eric Holder calling for a Department of Justice investigation of not only these two violent attacks but also of the multiple attacks against the Jewish Community in recent months. After learning of today's arrest, Senator Menendez issued the following statement:
"I congratulate New Jersey law enforcement personnel that participated in the investigation and arrest for their swift action, which I hope brings some peace of mind to the Jewish community in our state," said Senator Menendez. "It is unacceptable that New Jersey residents should have to fear for their lives and for the safety of their families because of their religious beliefs. I trust that today's arrest will send a clear message that attacks of this nature as well as anti-Semitic vitriol will not be tolerated."
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