Jewish Community Urges Hate Crime Charges for West Rogers Park Shooting Suspect
Suspect to Have Detention Hearing Tuesday
Police charged 22-year-old Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi with multiple felonies, including attempted murder, in connection with the shooting of a Jewish man and firing at officers and paramedics in the West Rogers Park neighborhood.
Abdallahi is accused of shooting a 39-year-old man in the shoulder while he was on his way to synagogue on Saturday morning. He also shot at officers and paramedics who responded to the scene.
Investigation
According to sources, the suspect was using discriminatory language during the shooting.
Police said officers exchanged gunfire with Abdallahi, striking him.
Community Launches Call for Hate Crime Charges
Before his detention hearing on Tuesday, the city’s Jewish community gathered at a synagogue in West Rogers Park to hold a press conference with reporters. They are all asking the same question: Will Abdallahi be charged with a hate crime?
“Are we disappointed that hate charges weren’t filed, yes we are. But we also understand the investigation is on-going, and there can be additional charges tagged on later,” said Shlomo Soroka, from Agudath Israel of Illinois.
Police Chief Comments on Investigation
“We don’t just go in and assume everything is a hate crime, but what we don’t do is rule out the possibility that it could be,” said Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling.
Background of the Shooting
A Ring camera captured multiple rounds being fired Saturday morning in the 2600 block of West Farwell. The suspect shot a Jewish man in the shoulder while he was on his way to synagogue. One of the speakers on Tuesday said the victim usually walks with his daughters to synagogue, but for some reason decided to go alone on Saturday.
Conclusion
The Jewish community is urging authorities to consider hate crime charges in connection with the West Rogers Park shooting. While the investigation is ongoing, the community is calling for justice and holding the suspect accountable for his actions. As the case proceeds, it remains to be seen if additional charges will be filed.
FAQs
* What was the suspect charged with?
+ Multiple felonies, including attempted murder
* What was the motive behind the shooting?
+ The suspect used discriminatory language during the shooting, but police have not officially confirmed if it was a hate crime
* What is the current status of the investigation?
+ The suspect is set to have a detention hearing on Tuesday
* What is the Jewish community calling for?
+ Hate crime charges for the suspect
