Brooklyn Erupts: Learn the Names of the Violent Anti-Israel Protestors at  The Young Israel of Midwood

Brooklyn Erupts: Learn the Names of the Violent Anti-Israel Protestors at  The Young Israel of Midwood

By: Justin Winograd

In yet another alarming escalation of tensions on the streets of New York City, a protest in the Midwood section of Brooklyn on Monday evening devolved into chaos and confrontation, leaving local Jewish residents shaken and deeply unsettled. According to accounts widely reported and corroborated by law enforcement sources, the demonstration — ostensibly organized in opposition to Israel — quickly spiraled into acts of harassment, intimidation, and physical aggression directed at members of the Jewish community.

The focal point of the unrest was the Young Israel of Midwood synagogue, where an event related to Israeli real estate was underway. What began as a protest outside the venue soon intensified, as demonstrators expanded their actions beyond the synagogue itself, targeting nearby Jewish homes and residents in the surrounding neighborhood.

UNMASKED! Here are the names and faces of individuals involved in the violent protest in Brooklyn targeting a synagogue, Jewish homes and harassing children. Remember them! ⤵️

Anas Shuaib
Ibtihal Malley
Mohammad Hossein
Naveh Halperin
Emily Marnell
Dai’Mar Keys
Bradley Legrid… pic.twitter.com/PES4x5Gvyt

— Canary Mission (@canarymission) May 13, 2026

Witnesses described a scene marked by volatility and fear. “It felt like the situation was completely out of control,” one local resident said. “This was not peaceful protest — this was intimidation, plain and simple.”

Among the most disturbing allegations were incidents involving direct physical harassment. According to eyewitness accounts, one Jewish woman was forcibly grabbed and had her hair pulled during a confrontation. In another instance that has drawn particular outrage, a child was reportedly subjected to a strobe light flashed directly into their face — an act that many observers have condemned as both reckless and deeply disturbing.

“These are not abstract political disagreements,” said another resident who observed portions of the unrest. “These are actions that cross a line into harassment and, in some cases, outright violence.”

Law enforcement officials confirmed that four individuals were taken into custody in connection with the disturbances. Authorities stated that those detained were involved in throwing objects and engaging in disorderly conduct during the protest. While investigations remain ongoing, officials emphasized that maintaining public safety and preventing escalation remain top priorities.

According to a report by Canary Mission, (an online project that publishes profiles of individuals—primarily students, academics, and activists—who have promoted antisemitism or anti-Israel views), among those present in the pro-Hamas contingent on Monday evening were the following: Anas Shuaib, Ibtihal Malley, Mohammad Hossein, Naveh Halperin, Emily Marnell, Dai’Mar Keys, Bradley Legrid, Dariel Ali, Hadeel Hamoud, Lucien Baskin, Abdullah Akl, Adam Kemper, Julian Kroger, David Galarza Santa, Yasin El Sammak, Bilal Mulic, Sean Bogue and Fernando Bermeo.

The incident marks the second major protest in New York City within a span of approximately one month that has escalated beyond verbal demonstration into physical confrontation. A similar episode in front of the Park East Synagogue in Manhattan recently resulted in clashes, raising broader concerns about the trajectory of such demonstrations and their impact on public safety.

Community leaders have expressed growing alarm at what they describe as an increasingly hostile environment. “There is a palpable sense of vulnerability right now,” one communal representative said. “People are asking whether they can attend synagogue, walk their children home, or simply live their lives without fear of being targeted.”

The broader implications of these events extend well beyond a single neighborhood. For many Jewish New Yorkers, the recurrence of such incidents is seen as part of a troubling pattern. “This is not happening in isolation,” another observer noted. “There is a cumulative effect — each incident adds to the sense that something fundamental is changing in the atmosphere of this city.”

Local officials and law enforcement agencies have pledged to review the circumstances surrounding the protest and to evaluate whether additional measures are necessary to prevent similar incidents in the future. Discussions have already intensified around the need for enhanced security protocols, clearer crowd control strategies, and stricter enforcement of laws governing public demonstrations.

For residents of Midwood, however, the debate is not merely theoretical. It is personal, immediate, and deeply felt. “We are not talking about politics anymore,” a local parent said. “We are talking about safety — about whether our children can feel secure in their own neighborhood.”

As investigations continue and the city grapples with the aftermath of yet another volatile demonstration, one reality remains clear: the events of Monday evening have left an indelible mark on a community already grappling with heightened anxiety.

Whether this moment serves as a turning point — prompting meaningful action and renewed commitment to public safety — or becomes another chapter in an ongoing cycle of unrest will depend on the response of leaders, law enforcement, and the broader public in the days and weeks ahead.