Ohio Hindu Temple Vandalised During Worship, Windows Shattered By Bricks | Firstpost America

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A Hindu temple in Richmond Heights, Ohio, was vandalised with bricks, shattering windows and damaging the building while priests and devotees were inside. The Hindu American Foundation said the attack happened around 1:30 pm on October 3 and that authorities were reviewing surveillance footage. The Coalition of Hindus of North America described the incident as a fresh case of Hinduphobia, while an arrest has now been reported. In this video, Firstpost explains what happened at the Ohio temple, the wider history of reported vandalism at Hindu religious sites in the US, and the concerns raised by Hindu advocacy organisations. Daniela Laurel brings you all the details on Firstpost America. 0:00 – Hindu Temple Vandalized in Cleveland, Ohio 0:23 – Timing During Hindu Heritage Month & Calls for Action 0:44 – Investigation & Condemnation by Advocacy Groups 1:35 – Suspect Arrested & Community Reaction 2:30 – Pattern of Attacks on Hindu Temples Across the US 3:37 – Renewed Concerns Over Safety

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