(SAN DIEGO, CA, 5/11/23) – The San Diego chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-San Diego) today welcomed and arrest for an allegedly bias-motivated attack on an 81-year-old Asian man in 2021.
SEE: Arrest Made in 2021 Hate Crime Attack Against Elderly Man: SDPD
Police Make Arrest in Connection with Hate Crime Against 81-Year-Old Man
Mark Sonouvong was reportedly asked “are you Chinese or Vietnamese?” by the alleged assailant before he was knocked down and beaten. CAIR-San Diego condemned the attack at that time.
SEE: CAIR-San Diego Condemns Anti-Asian Attack on 81-Year-Old Man
In a statement, CAIR-San Diego Executive Director Tazheen Nizam said:
“We commend the diligent efforts of the San Diego Police Department for apprehending the suspect allegedly responsible for this hate crime. Their relentless pursuit of justice is commendable and reflects their dedication to protecting our community from such acts of prejudice.
“It is essential that incidents like these are thoroughly investigated and prosecuted to the full extent of the law. We hope that this arrest sends a strong message to those who perpetrate hate crimes: that our community stands united against intolerance.”
Nizam noted that CAIR has repeatedly spoken out against anti-Asian hate across the country.
She said the American Muslim community and CAIR stand in solidarity with all those challenging anti-Black racism, xenophobia, Islamophobia, anti-Semitism, white supremacy, and all other forms of bigotry.
CAIR’s mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.
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CONTACT: CAIR-San Diego Executive Director Tazheen Nizam, [email protected], 760-201-7626