FBI Investigating Texas Synagogue Attack as ‘Terrorism-Related Matter’

FBI Special Agent In Charge Matthew DeSarno speaks to reporters in Colleyville, Texas, on Jan. 15, 2022. Brandon Bell/Getty Images

The FBI said late on Jan. 16 that it is investigating the taking of hostages at a Texas synagogue a day prior as a “terrorism-related matter.”

“This is a terrorism-related matter, in which the Jewish community was targeted, and is being investigated by the Joint Terrorism Task Force,” the bureau said.