Hasidic Man Pepper-Sprayed in Unprovoked Ashdod Attack
Summarized from Israel National News by baba
A Hasidic yeshiva student was pepper-sprayed and attacked by a cyclist in Ashdod on Friday night. The assailant fled the scene, leaving the victim with burning sensations and breathing difficulties. The incident has raised concerns about a rise in harassment targeting Haredi residents, with police investigating the unprovoked assault.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- A Hasidic yeshiva student was pepper-sprayed in an unprovoked attack in Ashdod on Friday night.
- The assailant, riding an electric bicycle, sprayed the victim at close range before fleeing.
- The victim suffered severe burning, breathing difficulties, and shock from the attack.
- The incident has fueled concerns about increased harassment of Haredi residents.
- Police are investigating the attack and seeking to identify the cyclist.
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