Brooklyn Restaurant Targeted in Hate Crime

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Miriam, a popular Israeli restaurant in Park Slope, Brooklyn, was vandalized with antisemitic graffiti over the weekend. The NYPD's Hate Crimes Task Force is investigating this act of vandalism, which occurred around 3 a.m. Sunday.

The owner, Rafael Hasid, stated that his restaurant has been a part of the community for 20 years and doesn't deserve this. He appealed for open dialogue rather than violence.

This incident has drawn strong condemnation. New York Attorney General Letitia James called the act "hateful, unacceptable, and disgusting," emphasizing the need to hold those responsible accountable. NYC Mayor Eric Adams, expressing his heartbreak, assured that the NYPD is investigating and will find those responsible.

The timing of the vandalism is particularly troubling, occurring just before International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The Museum of Jewish Heritage is commemorating the day with several events.

Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the NYPD's Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or 1-888-57-PISTA (74782) for Spanish, or submit tips via their website: https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/.