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Synagogue Attack Sparks Jewish Community Outcry | New York City News
A shocking antisemitic attack at Central Synagogue last Friday sent shockwaves through New York City, as a 46-year-old man stormed Shabbat services, yelled violently, and assaulted a woman before being subdued by security. Now facing federal hate crime charges, he allegedly admitted the act was religiously motivated — part of a disturbing surge in antisemitic incidents this year, with over half of 360 reported hate crimes targeting Jewish communities. In response, Jewish leaders and allies rallied in Midtown demanding stronger security and tangible action from Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who…
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