Baltimore Police have arrested a 66-year-old man suspected of arson at the Jewish Museum of Maryland. Assadollah Hashemi was taken into custody on August 10 in connection with a fire set outside the museum on August 4.

The incident occurred in the unit block of Lloyd Street, where the museum is located. Baltimore City SWAT officers apprehended Hashemi without incident at a residence in the 700 block of Druid Park Lake Drive.

According to police, Hashemi has a history of fire-related crimes. Following his arrest, he was transported to the Central Booking Intake Facility and charged accordingly.

This case has raised concerns about the safety of Jewish institutions in the area. The Jewish Museum of Maryland, an important cultural landmark, houses a significant collection of artifacts related to Jewish history and culture in the region.

Authorities continue to investigate the incident, including any potential motives behind the alleged arson attempt.