Maryland Middle School Students Charged with Hate Crimes

Three students at Plum Point Middle School face legal consequences for displaying swastikas and performing Nazi salutes, highlighting a disturbing rise in antisemitic incidents.

Three 13-year-old students at Plum Point Middle School in Maryland have been charged with hate crimes after engaging in antisemitic harassment, including displaying swastikas and performing Nazi salutes.
The harassment began in December and persisted despite repeated requests to stop, leading the victim to report the behavior to Maryland State Police.
The charges, which include harassment and violations of state hate crimes statutes, will be forwarded to the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services for appropriate action.
Recent data indicates a significant increase in antisemitic incidents across the United States, with the Anti-Defamation League reporting a 36% increase in 2022 from the previous year.
Calvert County State’s Attorney Robert Harvey emphasized that religious persecution has no place in society, urging community and faith leaders to educate children on the importance of religious tolerance.

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