A Park Slope restaurant named Miriam was vandalized with anti-Israel graffiti, leading to community outcry and support for its owner, Rafael Hasid. The NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force is investigating the incident, which included messages such as 'Genocide cuisine.' This act of defacement is not the first for Miriam, as Hasid noted that the restaurant had faced similar issues in the past. Despite the attacks, Hasid expressed that he feels supported by the community and remains hopeful.
At this time, there are no arrests, and the investigation is being handled by the NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force.
It's sad that people think they have a disagreement with me just because of my background. They never even spoke to me.
Despite the attack, Hasid said he remains undeterred. 'I'm not scared,' he said, noting the overwhelming support from the community.
The restaurant's Upper West Side location was similarly vandalized two years ago, and both locations have regularly received harassing phone calls.
Collection
[
|
...
]