UK Man Sentenced for Antisemitic Attack on Orthodox Jew and Dog-Related Injury

Shafik Rahman, 48, from Slough, UK, received a 16-month prison sentence for an antisemitic assault on an Orthodox Jewish man and a separate incident involving a dog under his care causing serious injury in June 2025. The attack occurred on Elim Avenue in Berkshire, near London, where Rahman, riding a bicycle, verbally abused the Jewish man with antisemitic slurs such as "baby killer," "dirty Jew," and "Zionist pig," and physically assaulted him to prevent him from filming the incident. Bystanders intervened to protect the victim and calm the situation before Rahman fled.

Stuart Bosley, commander of the East Berkshire Thames Valley Police, condemned the attack as a "shocking and targeted antisemitic assault" on someone simply doing his job, emphasizing the broader impact on the community and the importance of safety without fear of harassment or abuse. Jewish security group CST welcomed the conviction, stating it sends a clear message that antisemitism will not be tolerated and that serious hate crimes must have consequences. The London-based Shomrim organization also described the attack as deeply disturbing against a community member engaged in routine work.

Rahman’s sentence reflects both the hate crime and the dog-related injury incident, underscoring law enforcement’s commitment to combating hate crimes and protecting vulnerable communities in Slough and beyond. Authorities continue to work with local communities to ensure safety and support for victims of hate crimes.