Antisemitic Vandalism at Sydney Bagel Shop: Police Investigate
A swastika has been found etched into the window of a Jewish-owned bagel shop in Sydney, prompting police investigations amid a rise in alleged antisemitic incidents.
The discovery of a swastika etched into the window of a Jewish-owned bagel shop in Sydney has sparked a police investigation, the latest in a string of alleged antisemitic incidents in the wake of the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023 and Israel's subsequent war in Gaza.
The vandalism occurred at the soon-to-open Lox in a Box establishment in Paddington, with police receiving a report of malicious damage around noon on Thursday. This disturbing act comes as the city and the broader Australian Jewish community grapple with a concerning rise in hate-fueled incidents targeting their community.
The Oxford Street business, which specializes in authentic Jewish-style bagels and sandwiches, was set to open its doors in the coming weeks. Instead, its owners now face the daunting task of cleaning up the antisemitic graffiti and working with authorities to ensure the safety of their establishment and staff.
Source: The Guardian
