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WHEN: Friday, July 8th, 4 p.m.
WHERE: Khalid Binu Walid Mosque, 124 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55408
(MINNEAPOLIS, MN, 7/8/22) – On Friday, July 8, the Minnesota chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-MN) will join a news conference with community leaders to condemn an alleged attack on a local imam, or Islamic religious leader.
On June 6, the Imam of Khalid Binu Walid Mosque was reportedly attacked at the mosque by someone who was apparently mentally ill. The imam was attacked with a knife and sustained injures, while the alleged preparator was apprehended.
Today community leaders are gathering to support the imam, condemn the attack and call for more support for mental health services for community members.
BREAKING: Imam in Minneapolis attacked with knife.
https://www.facebook.com/officialtusmotimes/posts/823733698592163/
WHAT: Community Leaders Condemn Attack on Imam, Call for Increased Mental Health Services
CONTACT: CAIR-MN Executive Director Jaylani Hussein, 612-406-0070, jhussein@cair.com; CAIR National Communications Director Ibrahim Hooper, 202-744-7726, ihooper@cair.com
CAIR is America’s largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. Its mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.
La misión de CAIR es proteger las libertades civiles, mejorar la comprensión del Islam, promover la justicia, y empoderar a los musulmanes en los Estados Unidos.
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