Truck smashes into famed synagogue, police charge man with hate crime: 'Very distressing'

World Officials say suspect in custody after incident damages Jewish place of worship NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A man has been criminally charged after allegedly damaging the famed Brisbane Synagogue in Australia on Friday night. A 32-year-old Sunnybank man, whose name has not yet been released, is charged with willful damage, serious vilification or hate crime, dangerous operation of a vehicle, possession of dangerous drugs and possession of utensils or pipes etc. for use, according to a statement from Queensland Police.Authorities said just after 7:15 p.m. local time Friday, a black Toyota Hilux utility truck struck and knocked down the gates of the synagogue, located on Margaret Street, before leaving the scene. Police quickly tracked down the car and took the driver into custody without incident.