GADSDEN– The FBI is asking for help identifying a suspect in the Gadsden Islamic Society arson investigation following a fire Wednesday, November 11.
According to Gadsden Police, an incendiary device ignited a rug outside the entrance at 108 S. 9th Street. Police and the Gadsden Fire Department responded to the building.
No one was inside the building at the time, according to the FBI’s public notice. The bureau also reported no injuries.
Investigators Release Images
The FBI’s Birmingham Field Office and Gadsden Police are investigating alongside other federal partners. Meanwhile, investigators are reviewing video footage and other evidence to identify those responsible, police said.
The FBI also released images of an unidentified person wearing gray clothing and a hooded sweatshirt. According to the bureau, the images show the person approaching the mosque’s front entrance and throwing an object that ignited a fire.
The suspect remains at large, the FBI said.
Mayor Condemns Violence
Mayor Craig Ford also addressed the incident in the city’s announcement.
“We do not condone violence of any kind in our city,” Ford said. “Every person in Gadsden deserves to feel safe and respected in their community. We are committed to using every available resource to find answers.”
How to Share Information
Investigators want to hear from anyone with information about the incident or those involved. In addition, they are seeking reports of suspicious activity in the area before or after the fire.
Anyone with relevant photographs or video can also share that material through the FBI’s digital media tip line. The public can submit information through the FBI’s Gadsden arson tip link or contact a local FBI office.
The investigation remains active and ongoing.
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