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crime1 year ago

"New Jersey Man Admits Guilt in Violent Hate Crimes Against Orthodox Jews"

Dion Marsh, a New Jersey man, pleaded guilty to committing hate crimes, including driving his car into a group of Orthodox Jews and stabbing one of them. He faces a potential life sentence for the violent attacks, which occurred in 2022 in and around Lakewood, New Jersey. The case highlights the ongoing tensions and rise in discrimination and violent crimes against both Jews and Muslims in the U.S. The U.S. Attorney's Office and FBI emphasized the severity of hate-fueled violence and the need to hold Marsh accountable for his actions. Marsh is set to be sentenced on June 11 and could face up to life in prison and a $250,000 fine for the hate crimes.

crime1 year ago

Guilty Plea: NJ Man Admits to Hate Crimes Against Orthodox Jews

Dion Marsh, a 29-year-old man from New Jersey, pleaded guilty to federal hate crime charges and one charge of carjacking for a 2022 rampage targeting Orthodox Jews in Lakewood, N.J. Over several hours, he attempted to carjack a Jewish man, physically assaulted another, and used stolen vehicles to strike and stab four men wearing Orthodox Jewish clothing. All the victims survived, and Marsh also pleaded guilty to a state charge of terrorism.