Officials congratulate NYPD on capture of hate-crime suspect
Following news that the person of interest in the Williamsburg mezuzah-burning case, 35-year-old Ruben Ublies, has been apprehended, elected officials and community leaders congratulating NYPD on their investigation.
As the Eagle has reported, on April 9, 11 mezuzot, or Jewish religious symbols posted on doorposts, were set on fire at 85 Taylor St. The following day, one fire-damaged mezuzah was discovered at 130 Clymer St.
Council Member Stephen Levin said, “Today we have sent a clear message: Williamsburg will not tolerate hate, Brooklyn will not tolerate hate, and New York City will not tolerate hate.”