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Police probe possible hate crime as California Jewish home targeted in shooting
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Police in Redlands, California, are investigating a possible hate crime after a Jewish family was targeted in an apparent drive-by shooting outside their home decorated for Hanukkah.
Police say the family had just returned home Friday evening when a vehicle drove past. Someone inside the car shouted an antisemitic slur and fired several shots.
No injuries or property damage were reported, and officers did not find shell casings at the scene. Police said home surveillance video showed no muzzle flash, leading investigators to believe the weapon used was likely an airsoft handgun.
“Police believe the family was targeted because of the festive decorations set up outside their home to celebrate Chanukah,” police say in a statement.
No suspects have been apprehended yet.
Redlands, California:
A Jewish home decorated for Hanukkah was shot at more than 20 times.
Video shows a car driving past the home as gunshots are fired.
The suspects can then be heard shouting, “F the Jews.” pic.twitter.com/UFp6Eu4uEz
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