Man Arrested for Hate Crime After Breaking into Jewish Family's Home and Threatening to Kill Them, Yelling 'Free Palestine'

Suspect Daniel Garcia, possibly facing mental illness and influenced by drugs, broke into Los Angeles home at 5 a.m., threatening Jewish family with death while yelling antisemitic comments; family unharmed and Garcia held on $225,000 bail.

Daniel Garcia, under possible influence of drugs and suffering from a potential mental illness, broke into a Jewish family's home in Los Angeles, threatening to kill them while shouting antisemitic threats and 'Free Palestine'.
The incident, which took place around 5 a.m., resulted in the arrest of Garcia who was later held at Van Nuys Jail on $225,000 bail and charged with stalking, making criminal threats, and a hate crime.
The family, although terrified, managed to remain safe and unharmed; homeowner Mendel Meyers reportedly threatened the intruder with an imaginary gun, potentially saving his pregnant wife and four children.
Despite the suspect's public outburst, Los Angeles police reassured the local Jewish community that this was an isolated incident and that increased patrols would continue throughout the city.
Following this incident and amidst ongoing violence globally, Mayor Karen Bass and other officials have shared MESSAGES of support for the Jewish community, condemning hate crimes and pledging to maintain safety in Los Angeles.
This event comes in the wake of a reported surge in hate crimes against Jews and Muslims, highlighting the pressing issue of discrimination and violence associated with religious beliefs and political conflicts.