A 36-year-old man, Juan Diaz-Rivas, charged with a hate crime, allegedly assaulted two individuals in San Francisco's Marina District while making antisemitic comments. The incident occurred early Saturday when he screamed "Fuck the Jews, free Palestine" and then attacked a male victim after a female witness confronted him. The victim lost consciousness due to the attack, which was allegedly joined by others. San Francisco's DA Brooke Jenkins announced the charges, and- Senator Scott Wiener praised the actions taken for protecting the Jewish community.
District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced that 36-year-old Juan Diaz-Rivas has been charged with multiple counts of assault, including enhancements for committing a hate crime against Jewish individuals.
Witness Alana Gans recounted that after confronting the suspect over his antisemitic remarks, her friend was sucker-punched, resulting in significant injury and loss of consciousness.
Scott Wiener commended the swift action of the DA's office, emphasizing the importance of standing up for the safety of the Jewish community amidst rising antisemitism.
Following the attack, the victim experienced not only physical harm but also a traumatic encounter that highlights urgent concerns about public safety and hate crimes in San Francisco.
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