Chasidic Yingerman Assaulted on Shabbos Morning in Williamsburg; Suspect Arrested

A 52-year-old Chasidic Yingerman was assaulted Shabbos morning at the corner of Heyward Street and Bedford Avenue in Williamsburg, police said.

According to the NYPD, at approximately 8:40 a.m. the attacker threw an unknown liquid substance at the victim and then punched him in the face.

A witness ran to the Williamsburg Shomrim Booth on Bedford Avenue near Wallabout Street to report the attack, and Shomrim patrol members rushed to the scene. Hatzalah treated the victim, who was then taken to Bellevue Hospital in stable condition.

The suspect, Barssoun Mohamed, 26, of Middle Eastern origin, was arrested.

The investigation is ongoing.