lego 44,165 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 The fire was under control by 6:30 a.m. Those who attend the church and school said the building was just purchased and was intended to be used as a family center. No injuries were reported, but the building was a complete loss. HFD arson investigators are looking into a cause for the fire. According to its website, Quba serves as a school for youth and helps train community leaders. http://www.khou.com/story/news/local/2015/02/13/fire-reported-at-islamic-school-in-southeast-houston/23342173/ Arson suspected in fire at Islamic center - Houston Chronicle He said two working theories are being pursued. The fire was started on purpose to damage the building or it was started by a homeless person who broke in to the building because of the cold. "But they said there were accelerants used," he said. "So that doesn't sound like a homeless person." http://m.chron.com/houston/article/Fire-burns-Islamic-center-6079285.php?cmpid=twitter-mobile Latest update: HFD: ACCELERANT USED IN SE HOUSTON ISLAMIC COMMUNITY FIRE http://abc13.com/news/group-calls-for-hate-crime-probe-after-massive-fire-at-islamic-center/515887/ The assistant imam said they found a vandalized, smashed table on their property this morning and that he also said just last night, someone had driven by, screaming mocking chants. Earlier this week, a masked man had been lurking around the institute, and had to be chased off the property. The mosque and school at the front of the property were intact, but people who use them are feeling a sense of anxiety. "The first thing we think about is hate crimes that could go on," said Hala Saadeh, who uses the community center. "It says right on the front -- Islamic Institute. We're not hiding ourselves." And this happened last September 2014 https://youtube.com/watch?v=kGaF3hlPRJU "When you have a job, like as a fire(fighter), you can express yourself but you have to do it within reason," said Androphy. "You cannot start criticizing people of other races (or religions), no matter how you may feel." The City of Houston's explicit social media policy extends to all of its employees, including 4,000 HFD personnel. The post isn't sitting well with members of Houston's Muslim community which relies on public servants to answer the call of duty in a fair and equitable manner. "Our public servants don't just protect one part of society. They protect all of us. They help all of us. They work for all of us. And it's very important for us to all feel comfortable dealing with people that have some authority over us," said Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) Executive Director Mustafaa Carroll. FreePalestine Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SleepingSun 1,480 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Using violence to fight violence will always result in even more violence. Hate leads to hate leads to hate. If we don't find a way out of this cursed spiral, peace will remain but a far away dream. One second I'm a troll, then suddenly the troll is me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goosey 3,017 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Could be anger against Muslim terrorists, but also possible it's just random arson, or even insurance fraud! "I am the world's greatest person that does not want to let people into the country."—US President Donald J. Trump Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
xoxo cupcakke 4,781 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Using violence to fight violence will always result in even more violence. Hate leads to hate leads to hate. If we don't find a way out of this cursed spiral, peace will remain but a far away dream. Preach it. I am hoping for the day we can all get along Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RainingOnMe 7,280 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Could be anger against Muslim terrorists, but also possible it's just random arson, or even insurance fraud! Yeah, gonna wait for more info before making accusations Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
samuelx 1,309 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 This makes me so angry, why can't we just have peace with everyone? Literally only 3% of all Muslims are terrorists. I hate everyone oh my god. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveandMagic 1,731 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Using violence to fight violence will always result in even more violence. Hate leads to hate leads to hate. If we don't find a way out of this cursed spiral, peace will remain but a far away dream. Well said! Just repeat to yourself, "It's just a show. I should really just relax." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miranda Sings 1,705 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Very sad. Glad to see nobody was hurt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsterdreams 1,529 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Ignorance and intolerance are still so prominent in society today Makes me sick Haters gonna need more than a flashlight for my shade Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morphine Prince 109,768 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 I live here. Didn't find out until today. And I told my dad and he said "Good. That will teach them to not try to take over our country." This is why I hate my dad more and more each day. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ByeBye49 161 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 At least nobody was injured. Using violence to fight violence will always result in even more violence. Hate leads to hate leads to hate. If we don't find a way out of this cursed spiral, peace will remain but a far away dream. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lego 44,165 Posted February 14, 2015 Author Share Posted February 14, 2015 I live here. Didn't find out until today. And I told my dad and he said "Good. That will teach them to not try to take over our country." This is why I hate my dad more and more each day. You should educate your dad. But I'm not surprised, while the center was burning an actual firefighter posted: "Let it burn...block the fire hydrant." http://m.dailykos.com/story/2015/02/14/1364404/-As-Houston-Islamic-Center-Burns-Firefighter-Posts-Let-it-burn-block-the-fire-hydrant Even Craig Hicks has a fan club and is called American hero by some. FreePalestine Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morphine Prince 109,768 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 You should educate your dad. But I'm not surprised, while the center was burning an actual firefighter posted: "Let it burn...block the fire hydrant." http://m.dailykos.com/story/2015/02/14/1364404/-As-Houston-Islamic-Center-Burns-Firefighter-Posts-Let-it-burn-block-the-fire-hydrant Even Craig Hicks has a fan club and is called American hero by some. Yeah, I saw that and was like Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
craig 680 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Maybe related to Muslims setting up the first ever Sharia count in US, in Texas. http://www.foxsanantonio.com/news/features/top-stories/stories/islamic-tribunal-texas-uses-sharia-law-10298.shtml#.VN_E0vnF98E Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lego 44,165 Posted February 14, 2015 Author Share Posted February 14, 2015 Maybe related to Muslims setting up the first ever Sharia count in US, Texas. http://www.foxsanantonio.com/news/features/top-stories/stories/islamic-tribunal-texas-uses-sharia-law-10298.shtml#.VN_E0vnF98E This is only related to marriage, divorces and inheritance issues, nothing else. Why did you bring this up? Does this justify this violence in your mind? How does that affect you or any non muslim? FreePalestine Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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