Eastchester Houses hosts vigil for victims of Pittsburgh shooting
<p>Bronx community members and law enforcement officers gathered Tuesday to pay respects to the 11 worshipers who lost their lives in a Pittsburgh synagogue.</p>
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Oct 31, 2018, 1:11 AM
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Bronx community members and law enforcement officers gathered Tuesday to pay respects to the 11 worshipers who lost their lives in a Pittsburgh synagogue.
Dozens showed up to the Eastchester Houses to pray for those wounded and killed and to stand together against bigotry.
Prayers from Muslim, Jewish and Christian leaders were followed by a moment of silence.
Eleven people were killed and six others injured when a gunman opened fire on the Tree of Life congregation Saturday during Shabbat services.
Attendees say they hope vigils encourage acceptance and discourage hate across the country.
Religious leaders say they may need to increase security, but will continue practicing no matter what.
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