A fire that broke out at a mosque in Missouri hours after the start of Ramadan was allegedly set by man who caused property damage to the same building over 10 years ago. He has been arrested without incident.
Cape Girardeau Fire Departmentwas allegedly set by man who caused property damage to the same building over 10 years ago, police said.
Federal prosecutors announced on Wednesday that Proffitt was charged with maliciously damaging a building by means of a fire. Cape Girardeau police said he is also facing state charges of burglary, arson and property damage as he was"knowingly motivated to do so by reason of a motive related to the religion of the people who worship at the Islamic Center."Cape Girardeau Police Department
The alleged break-in occurred hours after the beginning of Ramadan, a time of spiritual reflection for Muslims who pray and fast for the entire holy month.
Firefighters responding to an early morning fire at the Islamic Center of Cape Girardeau, Mo., April 24, 2020.He's being held on a no-bond warrant and is expected to face a judge for arraignment on April 30.
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