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Hammer Attack at Jewish School in Queens | New York City News
A shocking attack unfolded Tuesday at a Jewish school in Queens, where a 42-year-old man wielding a hammer chased a woman into the building before being disarmed by security. He then broke free, shoving an 8-year-old into a fence, causing a head injury requiring hospitalization. Authorities are investigating it as a potential hate crime amid a surge in antisemitic incidents across New York, including a recent stabbing on the Upper West Side. The suspect, with a criminal history and possible gang ties, has been arrested. While political rhetoric is being scrutinized for fueling tensions, city…
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