Key Points
The attacker demanded the victim remove his turban and made offensive remarks about it being incompatible with the country..
In what is believed to be a hate-motivated attack, a 19-year-old Sikh individual was assaulted and injured while wearing a turban on a bus in New York, according to the police..
The suspect is described as a male, aged 25-35, with a dark complexion, slim build, approximately 5'9" tall, brown eyes, and black hair...
The New York Police Department's hate crime unit is actively investigating the incident and has categorised it as a "hate crime assault.".
It is understood that the NYPD is appropriately treating this incident as a hate crime. Sikh Coalition, alongside their allies from various communities, remains committed to the principle that no one should have to fear for their safety while merely going about their daily life in public spaces...
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