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Suspect, 46, spits at and headbutts security guard during service at NY synagogue: police
Summary by Abilene News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: ABC 12 , as published by KTXS (ABC 12) Abilene News
· August 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A 46-year-old man from New York caused the disruption.
A disturbance occurred at a prominent Manhattan synagogue during Shabbat services on Friday. A 46-year-old man from New York caused the disruption. The man's actions became violent, as he spit at and headbutted a security guard.
This incident happened in the midst of the service. Further details about the incident are available from KTXS, the source of this information. They may have more on the circumstances surrounding the disturbance and any resulting actions taken by authorities.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 15, 2026 ·
Source: KTXS (ABC 12) Abilene News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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