Texas Rabbi Says He, 2 Hostages Escaped Synagogue Standoff

A hostage situation at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, TX, involved Malik Akram, a British national, who took four hostages demanding the release of Afia Siddiqi. The standoff ended with Akram's death and the hostages' escape, partly credited to training received by the congregation. President Biden praised law enforcement's response, and the synagogue planned a service to move past the event.

Who was identified as the gunman in the Colleyville hostage situation?

• Jamal Andress

• Afia Siddiqi

• Malik Fossil Akram

• Charlie Walker

What action did Rabbi Charlie Walker take to help the hostages escape?

• He hid the hostages.

• He threw a chair at the gunman.

• He called the police.

• He negotiated with the gunman.

What was the gunman's demand during the hostage situation?

• Release of a political prisoner

• Release of Afia Siddiqi

• A public apology

• A ransom payment

How did President Biden respond to the incident?

• He visited the synagogue.

• He praised law enforcement.

• He criticized the negotiators.

• He remained silent.

What special event did Congregation Beth Israel announce following the incident?

• A press conference

• A special service to move past the event

• A community meeting

• A memorial service