Joseph Schrieber threatened to burn down the mosque weeks ago according to coworkers.
The damage inside the mosque is estimated to be around $100-thousand. Some of the worshipers are volunteering to help with the clean-up and debris removal. A campaign is underway to raise money to rebuild the mosque. Over $30-thousand dollars have been raised.
On a video posted on the St Lucie Sheriff’s Office website it appears that Schrieber is talking on the telephone before he lit the fire.
Mosque Arsonist threatened to burn down the mosque weeks ago
Last evening a peaceful vigil was held in support of the Islamic Center of Fort Pierce. It was attended by more than 100 people of all faiths. About 25 people stood out on Midway Rd with signs showing support for the member of the mosque, while more than 100 people stood inside the courtyard of the Islamic Center listening to speeches.
Solidarity Vigil In Ft Pierce
Photo credit: Johnette Beaudry
