New York City man charged with hate crimes after alleged synagogue assault
Summary
A man named Larry Montes was arrested for hate crimes after attacking people and damaging property during a Shabbat service at Central Synagogue in New York City. The police charged him with assault and criminal mischief as hate crimes, and the case is under investigation by the NYPD’s hate crime taskforce.Key Facts
- Larry Montes, 46, was arrested for assault and criminal mischief as hate crimes at Central Synagogue in Manhattan.
- The attack happened around 6pm during a Shabbat service on Saturday.
- Montes hit a 63-year-old woman and a security team member, causing injuries.
- He also damaged synagogue property and spit at the security member.
- The incident was captured live on a video stream during the service.
- An NYPD sergeant quickly stopped Montes and took him into custody.
- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul condemned the attack.
- Central Synagogue stated it will continue regular worship gatherings despite the incident.
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