(COLUMBUS, OH – 2/25/2022) — The Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations today welcomed news that law enforcement has arrested a suspect in the murder of Imam Mohammad Hassan Adam.
Yesterday, law enforcement announced the arrest of John W. Wooden Jr., 46, in connection with the Dec. 24 death of Imam Adam.
Breaking News: Arrest Made in Murder of Ohio Imam Mohamed Hassan Adam
In a statement, CAIR-Ohio Executive Director Amina Barhumi said:
“We hope this arrest leads to a conviction and is a step towards achieving some sense of justice for the profound loss this family and our community have endured.
“Our mission to achieve justice has not wavered and will never waver – questions remain about why Imam Mohamed was targeted and who else, if anyone, was involved. Law enforcement have stated they believe others were involved. We still need answers.
“We continue to stand united with the family of Imam Mohamed and all who were – and continue to be – impacted by his service and life.”
CAIR is American’s largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. CAIR-Ohio’s mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims. CAIR-Ohio has offices in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati.
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CONTACT: CAIR-Ohio Outreach and Government Affairs Director Whitney Siddiqi, wsiddiqi@cair.com, 513-904-6788