Bronx Woman Charged With Hate Crime In Antisemitic NYC Subway Attack
Diana Smith, 23, of the Bronx, was arrested and charged in connection with an antisemitic attack on a New York City subway car last weekend, police said.[1]
Police said the victim, a 23-year-old woman, recorded the incident as Smith allegedly choked her and shouted antisemitic slurs on the train.[1] The victim was taken to a hospital in stable condition with minor injuries, including hair that was ripped out.[1] Smith was charged with hate crime assault, hate crime criminal obstruction of breathing and hate crime aggravated harassment.[1]
The victim's video was shared with police and helped identify Smith, who was taken into custody after the recording surfaced.[1]
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📌 Key Facts
- The incident occurred on a New York City subway car last weekend before June 6, 2026, and was recorded on video by the victim.
- Police identified the suspect as Diana Smith, 23, of the Bronx, and the victim as a 23-year-old woman.
- Smith was arrested and charged with hate crime assault, hate crime criminal obstruction of breathing and hate crime aggravated harassment.
- The victim was transported to a hospital in stable condition and suffered minor injuries, including hair being ripped out.
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