He was treated in hospital and later able to receive his aliyah at 770, the Lubavitch HQ.
Yaacov Behrman, a Chabad public relations official, tweeted that the incident was “currently being investigated as a hate crime. According to the victim, he was questioned about his Jewish identity. Despite being visibly traumatized, the victim expressed gratitude for not having sustained more severe injuries.
“This incident is deeply concerning, and we have full confidence in the NYPD’s ability to conduct a thorough investigation and apprehend the perpetrators.”
