Central Synagogue (pictured above in 2023) has been serving practitioners of Reform Judaism since being consecrated in 1872. There is reportedly no ongoing threat to the temple, the NYPD says.
Central Synagogue (pictured above in 2023) has been serving practitioners of Reform Judaism since being consecrated in 1872. There is reportedly no ongoing threat to the temple, the NYPD says. ( Photo: Wikimedia Commons )

Larry Montes, 46, who targeted Shabbat services at the Midtown synagougue, reportedly told police that he was motivated by religious and racial animus. According to a criminal complaint, Montes punched an elderly worshipper in the face and hurled a slur at a security guard before head-butting him.

Man Charged With Hate Crimes For Attack on Central Synagogue

17 Aug 2026 | 08:46
Crime Watch

A 46 year-old man has been arrested and charged with hate crimes in connection with an attack on Central Synagogue, which occurred in the midst of Shabbat services on Friday, August 14.

The temple, which is located on the corner of East 55th Street and Lexington Avenue, has served practitioners of Reform...

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