The shooting attack at the Seattle Jewish Federation was a terrible tragedy and points up the need for security awareness, especially at a time when there is a crisis in the Middle East, with Israel as a focal point. However, the Jewish community in Seattle was not advised of any specific threat from law enforcement.

We applaud the Seattle Police Department for their quick response and apprehension of the alleged shooter.

The Anti-Defamation League, a leader in security awareness for synagogues and Jewish institutions, provides ongoing guidance and consultation to communities around the country and has an active presence in Seattle.

For more information or to contact an ADL expert on the situation in Seattle, contact ADL Media Relations at adlmedia@adl.org