Key facts
- A 23-year-old woman was arrested for a hate crime assault on a NYC subway.
- The suspect allegedly yelled antisemitic remarks, including 'Jews are eating kids!'
- The victim was punched, kicked, choked, and had her hair pulled.
- The incident was captured on video and shared on social media.
- The victim sustained minor injuries and was taken to the hospital.
A 23-year-old woman, identified as Diana Smith from the Bronx, has been arrested on hate crime charges following an alleged assault on a New York City subway. The incident, which occurred last weekend, was partially captured on video. During the altercation, Smith reportedly yelled antisemitic remarks, including 'Jews are eating kids!' and 'You're a Jew. I can smell the kids.' She is also accused of telling the victim, 'It's OK for her to eat a kid, but I can't choke her down?' The victim, also 23, was allegedly punched, kicked, choked, and had her hair pulled before being thrown to the ground. The victim sustained minor injuries and was transported to a hospital in stable condition. According to the victim, Smith had previously inquired if other riders were Jewish and made claims about Jews stealing wealth. The video of the incident was shared on social media by the Combat Antisemitism Movement. Smith faces charges including hate crime assault, hate crime criminal obstructing breathing, and hate crime aggravated harassment.