Counter-terrorism police have charged a third man over an arson attack that gutted a synagogue and sparked international outrage.
Two buildings belonging to the Adass Israel Synagogue at Ripponlea in Melbourne's southeast were destroyed in the blaze on December 6, 2024.
The fire quickly tore through the synagogue, engulfing it in flames and gutting two of its three buildings while worshippers were inside.
Two congregants inside preparing for morning prayers were forced to flee for their lives, with one suffering minor injuries.
Australian Federal Police and Victoria Police on Friday announced they had charged a 20-year-old Airport West man over the alleged arson attack.
That man will appear in Melbourne Magistrates Court on Tuesday charged with criminal damage by fire, conduct endangering life and theft of motor vehicle.
