Indiana woman crashes car into what she thought was an ‘Israeli school’.
OAN’s Elizabeth Volberding
3:10 PM – Tuesday, November 7, 2023
A 34-year-old woman in Indiana was arrested after she allegedly drove into what she had thought was an “Israeli school.”
On Friday at approximately 11:30 p.m., an Indiana woman was detained after she reportedly crashed her car into a building that she believed was a Jewish school linked to Israel, according to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department.
The woman was identified as Ruba Almaghtheh.
Following the crash, Almaghtheh allegedly told police officers that she “purposefully” crashed into the school’s building, which displayed a sign out front that read “Israelite School of Universal and Practical Knowledge.”
The 34-year-old woman also reportedly told officers that she had been “watching the news and couldn’t breathe anymore,” according to the police statement.
“She said she passed by a couple of times and saw the ‘Israel school,’” the police’s statement said, adding she later stated, “Yes. I did it on purpose.”
Police also stated that one adult and four children, between the ages of 7-months-old and 3-years-old, were in the building when Almaghtheh crashed her car into it.
However, no injuries have been reported following the incident.
In a press release, police said that Almaghtheh was arrested for “criminal recklessness.”
As of Monday afternoon, the woman has not been formally charged, according to Michael Leffer, a spokesperson for the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office.
The school she crashed into, the Israelite School of Universal and Practical Knowledge, is a Black Hebrew Israelite organization that the Southern Poverty Law Center says has a reputation of being a “hate group.”
“Black Hebrew Israelites are not the same as Black Jews or Jews of color… Black Hebrew Israelites believe that they are the true Israelites and that the Twelve Tribes of Israel are [darker] people of color,” according to the Anti-Defamation League (ADL).
The center said that the group’s ideologies have become much more anti-Semitic, anti-White, anti-LGBTQ, xenophobic, and misogynistic throughout the past 60 years.
The Israelite School of Universal Practical Knowledge is an “extreme and anti-Semitic sect of Black Hebrew Israelites (BHI) who believe that they are the only true BHI group because of ties to early organizations,” the ADL continued.
Almaghtheh claimed to the police that she had been watching TV news coverage of the Israel-Hamas conflict that began on October 7th. Since then, she said that she had been planning to crash into the building.
Following the occurrence, the woman’s car reportedly had damage to its rear-end and she confessed to purposefully crashing into the building while talking on the phone with her sister after her arrest, according to the probable cause affidavit.
Captain Chaapash Yahawadah, the leader of the Indianapolis school, voiced how the crash resulted in drastic damage to the building when it was struck by Almaghtheh’s car.
Yahawadah also mentioned that he was holding a class and school-related activities at the time of the crash and that it left the people inside the building “stunned” and “traumatized.”
“Our statement to the Palestinian community is that the Black and brown community has nothing to do with what’s going on over there, the war in the Middle East between Gaza and Israel,” Yahawadah said Monday.
The Indianapolis Jewish Community Relations Council shared a statement, expressing how they were alerted of the abrupt crash.
“Although a Jewish facility was not targeted, solely due to ironic misidentification, this is yet another reminder to maintain security protocols, remain vigilant of suspicious activity and to report the same promptly to the appropriate authorities,” the council asserted.
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What lessons can be learned from incidents like this and what actions can be taken to prevent similar acts of violence and harm in the future
The ages of 7 and 12, were inside the building at the time of the incident, but thankfully, no one was injured.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department has labeled Almaghtheh as a “terrorist” due to her actions. She was charged with multiple offenses, including criminal mischief, intimidation, and battery.
The motive behind Almaghtheh’s attack has been revealed as her support for the Palestinian cause. She allegedly told the police that she committed the act “for her people in Palestine.” This incident highlights the long-standing conflict between Israel and Palestine and the strong emotions and tensions that exist on both sides.
While it is important to support causes and advocate for justice, resorting to violence or harming innocent individuals is never justified. Terrorism only further divides communities and hinders the chances of finding a peaceful resolution to conflicts.
Incidents like this also shed light on the importance of educating individuals about different cultures, religions, and political situations. Misconceptions and misunderstandings can lead to misguided actions and harm to innocent people. Promoting tolerance, empathy, and open-mindedness is crucial in preventing such incidents from occurring.
The Jewish community, as well as other communities affected by acts of terrorism, should be supported during times like these. Solidarity and unity can help create an environment where hatred and violence are not tolerated.
Law enforcement agencies play a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of communities. Their swift response to this incident and their determination to hold the perpetrator accountable are commendable. It is essential that investigations into such cases are thorough and justice is served.
In conclusion, the arrest of Ruba Almaghtheh for crashing her car into what she believed to be an Israeli school is a stark reminder of the consequences of ignorance and hate. Acts of terrorism not only harm innocent people but also intensify conflicts and deepen divides. It is crucial that we foster a society that values understanding, empathy, and peaceful coexistence.
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