What it is about:

An individual assaulted a group of Jewish students with a glass bottle on the University of Pittsburgh campus. The troubling incident occurred on Friday night, leading to the arrest of the assailant by local police.

Why it matters:

The attack underscores the persistent issue of antisemitism, especially on college campuses. In light of growing concerns for the safety and well-being of Jewish students, this incident calls for heightened security measures and a zero-tolerance stance against hate crimes.

Details:

Two of the affected students received immediate medical attention for injuries sustained during the attack. The University of Pittsburgh confirmed that the suspect has been apprehended by the Pittsburgh police and revealed that the assailant has no connections to the university.

Location:

The attack occurred near the university’s Cathedral of Learning.

University’s Response:

The University of Pittsburgh swiftly contacted the Hillel University Center and the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh to provide support. The institution issued a strong statement emphasizing that both violence and antisemitism would not be tolerated. Collaboration with local and federal partners is ongoing to ensure a thorough investigation.

Official Quote:

“Neither acts of violence nor antisemitism will be tolerated,” the university stated firmly.

Suspect Identified:

The suspect, identified as Jarett Buba, faces multiple charges, including simple assault, aggravated assault, recklessly endangering another person, resisting arrest, and harassment.

Arrest Details:

Surveillance footage revealed Buba’s movements before the assault, leading to his arrest after attempting resistance. He is currently held in Allegheny County Jail.

This story was first published on jpost.com.