Brooklyn man targeted with anti-Jewish slurs in Clark Street hate incident

BROOKLYN, NY – A 57-year-old man walking on Clark Street was targeted with anti-Jewish remarks Tuesday morning in what police are investigating as a hate incident.

The confrontation occurred around 11:55 a.m. in front of 55 Clark Street.

Police said an unidentified individual followed the victim, making anti-Jewish statements before fleeing the scene on foot.

No injuries were reported.

NYPD Hate Crime Task Force leading investigation

The NYPD’s Hate Crime Task Force is handling the case and working to identify the suspect.

Authorities have not released surveillance images or further details about the suspect’s description.

Detectives are canvassing the area for witnesses and reviewing security footage from nearby buildings.

The incident adds to a series of reported bias-related events across New York City in recent weeks.

Anyone with information is urged to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers.


Key Points

  • A 57-year-old man was targeted with anti-Jewish remarks on Clark Street Tuesday morning.
  • The suspect fled the scene and remains unidentified.
  • The NYPD Hate Crime Task Force is investigating the incident.