Man Charged with Federal Hate Crimes for Attack at New York City Synagogue

Larry Montes, the man accused of attacking a woman and security guard at a New York City synagogue, has been charged with hate crimes in Manhattan federal court. Montes, who is already facing state-level hate crime charges, allegedly struck a 63-year-old woman as security was trying to remove him from Central synagogue. He also allegedly spat at and head-butted a security team member and damaged synagogue property, according to authorities. The incident occurred on Friday during Shabbat services. Montes is now facing federal charges in addition to the state-level charges he was already facing. The federal hate crime charges are a result of the alleged attack on the synagogue and its members. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and Montes is being held pending further proceedings. The attack has raised concerns about safety and security at places of worship in New York City. The synagogue has increased security measures since the incident, and local authorities are working to prevent similar attacks in the future.