New Jersey Man Arrested for Hate Crime at Rutgers Islamic Center

Jacob Beacher faces federal charges for vandalizing an Islamic center at Rutgers University during Eid-al-Fitr, causing significant damage and theft.

Jacob Beacher, 24, was charged with a federal hate crime after allegedly vandalizing the Center for Islamic Life at Rutgers University.
The incident occurred during Eid-al-Fitr, resulting in approximately $40,000 in damages including destroyed religious artifacts.
Beacher allegedly stole a Palestinian flag and a charity box, which was later found in a nearby park.
Surveillance footage and cell-site data linked Beacher to the crime scene shortly after the incident.
Rutgers University and the local Muslim community condemned the act, emphasizing that hate has no place in their community.