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As investigators work to find out why a man attacked Temple Israel Synagogue in West Bloomfield Township last Thursday, The Pulse is getting some insight into the investigation. Former FBI Counterterrorism and Counterintelligence Operative Eric O'Neill weighs in.

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Lawmakers discuss Temple Israel Synagogue attack
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As the FBI releases new information about the attack at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Township, Senator Elissa Slotkin and State Senator Jeremy Moss share their message for the community. Plus, retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief Steve Dolunt discusses the investigation.

West Bloomfield community shaken in attack at Temple Israel
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West Bloomfield Police Chief Dale Young said they received a 911 call at 12:19 p.m. for reports of an active shooter situation at Temple Israel. They were told that someone had driven into the building where security officers engaged the driver, killing him. One of the guards was injured by the vehicle and was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.