The New York chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NY) today condemned an alleged anti-Hispanic hate attack on a man in the Bronx.
A 61-year-old man was reportedly punched in the face by a stranger in the lobby of a Bronx apartment building, police said. The attacker reportedly yelled “f***ing Hispanic! Get out of my town!” as he punched the victim.
SEE: Man, 61, punched in face by stranger in Bronx anti-Hispanic hate crime
https://www.nydailynews.com/2024/01/04/man-61-punched-in-face-by-stranger-in-bronx-anti-hispanic-hate-crime/
“We condemn this disturbing, hateful assault and urge law enforcement to be swift and thorough in apprehending the suspect,” said CAIR-NY Executive Director Afaf Nasher. “We stand in solidarity with the Hispanic community against racist hate and violence.”
CAIR’s mission is to protect civil rights, enhance understanding of Islam, 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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CONTACT: Afaf Nasher, Esq., CAIR-NY Executive Director, 917-669-4006, anasher@cair.com; Rabea Ali, rali@cair.com