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Brooklyn Man Charged with Hate Crimes for Stabbing Near Synagogue

Suspect allegedly yelled 'Free Palestine' before attacking Jewish victim in Crown Heights.

  • Vincent T. Sumpter, 22, faces multiple hate crime charges including attempted murder.
  • The 33-year-old victim, with longstanding community ties, is expected to recover.
  • Incident occurred near the Chabad-Lubavitch headquarters early Saturday morning.
  • Residents detained Sumpter until police arrived; bail set at $100,000 cash or $250,000 bond.
  • Surge in antisemitic incidents reported in New York City this year.
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