Man accused of New York City synagogue attack faces federal hate crime charges
Larry Montes, 46, was arrested Friday following what police called a "random antisemitic attack" at Central Synagogue in Manhattan.
Federal prosecutors announced on Tuesday that Larry Montes, a 46-year-old man from the Bronx, faces federal hate crime charges following an attack on Central Synagogue in Manhattan. Montes allegedly disrupted Friday evening services, yelling "I am Hashem," knocked over candles and candle holders, struck a 63-year-old woman, and headbutted a security guard.
U.S. Attorney Jamie McDonald emphasized the severity of the attack on a place of worship and vowed to ensure the defendant is held accountable. Montes is being held on $10,000 bail and is scheduled to appear before a federal magistrate.
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