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The man responsible for a shooting outside Temple Israel in Albany is set to receive his sentence today (August 12). Mufid Fawaz Alkhader fired a shotgun from the temple's steps in December 2023. Fortunately, no one was injured during the incident. The shooting occurred amid heightened tensions in the United States and worldwide due to the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Prosecutors are seeking a sentence of 10 years in prison for Alkhader, followed by five years of probation. This case has drawn significant attention due to its timing and the nature of the attack, which has been described as a hate crime.
The sentencing aims to bring closure to the community shaken by the incident. According to CBS 6 Albany, the shooting highlighted the need for increased security and awareness around places of worship during times of international conflict.