Overview

• The victim was identified as Rabbi Avraham Wein, an assistant rabbi at Congregation Keter Torah in Teaneck.
• The assault occurred around 2:00 p.m. when a man exited a vehicle and began beating Rabbi Wein outside his home.
• Two bystanders intervened and restrained the suspect until Bergenfield police arrived and took him into custody.
• Rabbi Wein was transported to a local hospital and is expected to recover, according to reports.
• Authorities say the suspect is not a Bergenfield resident, and police have increased patrols and are coordinating with the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office while requesting tips from the public.