Car Rams Into Jewish Site in Brooklyn

Incident at Chabad Lubavitch World Headquarters under investigation as possible hate crime.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 9:07am

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A driver repeatedly drove a car into the Chabad Lubavitch World Headquarters in Brooklyn, New York on Wednesday, prompting a hate crime investigation and increased security at religious sites across the city.

Why it matters

The attack on a prominent Jewish institution raises concerns about rising antisemitism and the targeting of religious minority communities in New York City. Law enforcement is treating the incident as a potential hate crime.

The details

According to officials, the driver intentionally drove their vehicle into the Chabad Lubavitch World Headquarters, a major center for the Hasidic Jewish movement, on multiple occasions. The motive for the attack is still under investigation, but authorities have launched a hate crime probe given the nature of the target.

  • The incident occurred on Wednesday, January 29, 2026.

The players

Chabad Lubavitch World Headquarters

A major center for the Hasidic Jewish movement located in Brooklyn, New York.

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What’s next

Law enforcement is increasing security at religious sites across New York City as the investigation into the attack continues.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing threat of antisemitism and the need for vigilance in protecting houses of worship and other religious institutions from hate-motivated attacks.