The New York schools chancellor promised disciplinary action but also called for understanding students’ viewpoint after a Queens high school protest targeted a pro-Israel teacher.
The random attacks, which unfolded over two hours, prompted a sprawling search for the suspect, who was arrested on Saturday afternoon, the police said.
The sighting of the new moon marks the end of fasting during Ramadan. South Asian Muslim communities gather all over New York City, including in Jackson Heights, to celebrate Chand Raat, night of the moon.