NYC Man Charged In Synagogue Attack
A New York City man faces hate crime charges after an alleged Manhattan synagogue attack.
August 15, 2026 · Updated Aug 15, 8:00pm ET
CNNMan who official says has past mental health issues faces hate crime charges after disrupting service at Manhattan synagogue
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What happened
Larry Montes, 46, of the Bronx, was arrested at Manhattan’s Central Synagogue and charged with two counts of assault as a hate crime and one count of criminal mischief as a hate crime after disrupting Shabbat services Friday night. Police said Montes was being escorted out by synagogue security when he struck a 63-year-old woman, damaged property, and spat at and head-butted a security team member. The incident was captured on the synagogue’s livestream. A law enforcement official said Montes has a history of mental health issues.
