(NEW YORK, NY, 05\/15\/2026) –\u00a0The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and its New York chapter (CAIR-NY) today condemned a disturbing act of intimidation targeting worshippers at Baitul Mamur Masjid\u00a0(Mosque)\u00a0and Community Center in East New York, Brooklyn, after eggs were allegedly thrown at congregants during Jummah (weekly communal) prayer on Friday, May 15.\u00a0<\/p>\n
According to masjid\u00a0leadership, the incident occurred at approximately 1:50 p.m. while worshippers were performing Friday prayer services.\u00a0Approximately three\u00a0to four congregants were directly\u00a0impacted\u00a0when eggs were thrown.\u00a0<\/p>\n
No verbal threats or slurs were\u00a0reportedly made\u00a0during the incident. The number of individuals involved\u00a0remains\u00a0unknown, and it is currently unclear whether the eggs were thrown from the sidewalk, a vehicle, or another nearby location.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The incident was reported to law enforcement approximately one hour later. Two officers and a supervising officer from the NYPD responded to the scene.\u00a0Masjid\u00a0leadership\u00a0stated\u00a0that the matter is currently being investigated by the NYPD Hate Crime Unit.\u00a0<\/p>\n
In a statement,\u00a0Baitul Mamur Masjid and Community Center President Arman Chowdhury\u00a0said:\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are extremely grateful to the 75th Precinct, under the leadership of Deputy Inspector Dion Hinds, for their prompt response and thorough attention to this matter.\u00a0The community feels much safer knowing they are being looked after.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Chowdhury also expressed appreciation to elected officials and community leaders who stood in solidarity with the\u00a0masjid\u00a0community, including Roxanne Persaud, Erik Dilan, Nikki Lucas, Chris Banks, and Sandy Nurse, along with interfaith partners, neighborhood advocates, and civic organizations who condemned the incident.\u00a0He said\u00a0their collective responses\u00a0\u201csent a clear message that hatred and intimidation have no place in East New York.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
In a statement,\u00a0CAIR-NY Executive Director Afaf Nasher\u00a0said:<\/p>\n
\u201cMuslims should never have to fear harassment or intimidation while attending prayer. Acts targeting houses of worship strike at the heart of our communities and must be taken seriously. We welcome the swift response from local officials and community leaders and remain committed to ensuring that all New Yorkers can practice their faith free from fear.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
CAIR-NY noted that houses of worship must remain safe spaces for all communities and urged law enforcement to fully investigate the incident and\u00a0determine\u00a0whether bias motives were involved.\u00a0<\/p>\n
CAIR-NY’s mission is to protect civil rights, enhance understanding of Islam, promote justice, and empower American Muslims. \u00a0<\/p>\n
La misi\u00f3n de CAIR-NY es proteger las libertades civiles, mejorar la comprensi\u00f3n del\u00a0Islam, promover la justicia, y empoderar a los musulmanes en los Estados Unidos. \u00a0<\/p>\n
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