Jacob Lowenstein, who plays for local metal band Igni, faces two charges of arson. Photo: NZMEA death metal drummer has been charged with setting two Mormon churches ablaze. Jacob Lowenstein (28) who plays for local metal band Igni, appeared from custody via audio visual link at Christchurch District Court today on two charges of arson - and one of unlawfully taking a vehicle. Two churches - one in Christchurch and one on the West Coast - were damaged by fire last month. Two days later, firefighters had to battle a major blaze at a Greymouth church.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 01, 2019 23:03 UTC