Car Crashes into Chabad-Lubavitch World Headquarters in Brooklyn; Investigated as Possible Hate Crime
Brooklyn, NY — January 29, 2026 — A car crashed into the Chabad-Lubavitch World Headquarters in Crown Heights; no injuries reported, driver in custody.
Car Crashes into Chabad-Lubavitch World Headquarters in Brooklyn; Investigated as Possible Hate Crime
On Wednesday evening, a car crashed into the Chabad-Lubavitch World Headquarters at 770 Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn’s Crown Heights neighborhood. The incident occurred around 8:45 p.m., when a gray Honda with New Jersey plates struck the building’s entrance, reversed, and collided with it again. Authorities responded promptly, and the driver was taken into custody. No injuries were reported. The New York Police Department (NYPD) is investigating the event as a potential hate crime. In response, the NYPD has increased security measures at houses of worship across the city. Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Attorney General Letitia James condemned the act, emphasizing the city’s commitment to protecting all communities. The investigation is ongoing, and further details will be provided as they become available.
Why it matters locally: This incident underscores the importance of community safety and the need for vigilance against potential hate crimes in Brooklyn.
