CAIR-NY Condemns Egg-Throwing Targeting Worshippers at Brooklyn Mosque During Friday Prayer
(NEW YORK, NY, 05/15/2026) - The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and its New York chapter (CAIR-NY) today condemned a disturbing act of intimidation targeting worshippers at Baitul Mamur Masjid (Mosque) and Community Center in East New York, Brooklyn, after eggs were allegedly thrown at congregants during Jummah (weekly communal) prayer on Friday, May 15.
According to masjid leadership, the incident occurred at approximately 1:50 p.m. while worshippers were performing Friday prayer services. Approximately three to four congregants were directly impacted when eggs were thrown.
No verbal threats or slurs were reportedly made during the incident. The number of individuals involved remains unknown, and it is currently unclear whether the eggs were thrown from the sidewalk, a vehicle, or another nearby location.
The incident was reported to law enforcement approximately one hour later. Two officers and a supervising officer from the NYPD responded to the scene. Masjid leadership stated that the matter is currently being investigated by the NYPD Hate Crime Unit.
In a statement, Baitul Mamur Masjid and Community Center President Arman Chowdhury said:
“We are extremely grateful to the 75th Precinct, under the leadership of Deputy Inspector Dion Hinds, for their prompt response and thorough attention to this matter. The community feels much safer knowing they are being looked after.”
Chowdhury also expressed appreciation to elected officials and community leaders who stood in solidarity with the masjid community, including Roxanne Persaud, Erik Dilan, Nikki Lucas, Chris Banks, and Sandy Nurse, along with interfaith partners, neighborhood advocates, and civic organizations who condemned the incident. He said their collective responses “sent a clear message that hatred and intimidation have no place in East New York.”
In a statement, CAIR-NY Executive Director Afaf Nasher said:
“Muslims should never have to fear harassment or intimidation while attending prayer. Acts targeting houses of worship strike at the heart of our communities and must be taken seriously. We welcome the swift response from local officials and community leaders and remain committed to ensuring that all New Yorkers can practice their faith free from fear.”
CAIR-NY noted that houses of worship must remain safe spaces for all communities and urged law enforcement to fully investigate the incident and determine whether bias motives were involved.
CAIR-NY's mission is to protect civil rights, enhance understanding of Islam, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.
La misión de CAIR-NY es proteger las libertades civiles, mejorar la comprensión del Islam, promover la justicia, y empoderar a los musulmanes en los Estados Unidos.
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Afaf Nasher, Esq. CAIR-NY Executive Director, ANasher@cair.com
CAIR-NY Communications Team, comms@ny.cair.com