Man Extradited from Sweden Faces Judge in Arson Cases Targeting Boston-Area Jewish Institutions

Stockholm, Sweden – A man connected to a series of arson attacks targeting Jewish institutions in the Boston area has been extradited from Sweden. Alexander Giannakakis, a former resident of Quincy, Massachusetts, faced a judge on Monday to answer for his alleged involvement in the crimes. Federal authorities claim that Giannakakis assisted his younger brother, who is believed to have set fires at four different locations in 2019. Tragically, the younger brother passed away in 2020. Following his return from Sweden, Giannakakis appeared in court for his arraignment, which was subsequently continued until next Tuesday. … Read more