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News in English (USA) / 30.10.2024 / 23:00

Shooting of Jewish Man in Chicago Sparks Outrage and Calls for Hate Crime Charges

A Chicago man has been charged after allegedly shooting a Jewish man who was walking to synagogue, resulting in a police shootout. This incident, occurring in West Rogers Park, has raised significant concerns within the Jewish community about rising antisemitism and hate crimes. Despite calls from Jewish leaders and lawmakers for hate crime charges, the suspect, Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, faces multiple felony charges, including attempted murder, but no hate crime charges have been filed. The incident further ignited backlash against Chicago Mayor Johnson for his response to the shooting, with community members expressing disappointment over the perceived downplaying of antisemitism as a motive. As tensions rise, the local Jewish community is calling for recognition of the hate-fueled nature of the attack amidst fears of increased violence.
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