(LOS ANGELES, CA – 6/13/2023) – The Greater Los Angeles Area office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-LA) today condemned a recent hate-crime targeting an Asian student at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) over the weekend.
Early Sunday morning, the UCLA University police department responded to an incident just outside the school’s campus, where a group of students had been attacked by a group of six young men.
University police say the victim was with her friends when the alleged suspects drove by the group and began hurling eggs at them and making derogatory remarks. The victim says one of the men allegedly yelled anti-Asian slurs at her while hitting her with several eggs.
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In a statement, CAIR-LA Executive Director Hussam Ayloush said:
“Acts of hatred and bigotry have no place in our society. We stand in solidarity with the victim and the Asian American community, and we call upon law enforcement to conduct a thorough investigation to identify and hold the perpetrators accountable for their actions.
“It is crucial for educational institutions, community leaders, and law enforcement agencies to work collaboratively to create a safe and inclusive environment for all students by promoting understanding, tolerance, and respect.”
Police are currently investigating the alleged hate crime and individuals who may have information related to the incident are encouraged to contact the UCLA police department to provide any details that may aid in the investigation.
To report any bias incidents, contact CAIR-LA’s Civil Rights Department at (714) 776-1177 or click here to file a report.
CAIR-LA is Southern California’s largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. Its mission is to enhance the understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice and empower American Muslims.
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CONTACT: CAIR-LA Digital Communications Manager Enjy El-Kadi, (714) 851-4851 or eelkadi@cair.com