– Woman accused of trying to drown a young Muslim child
– Woman charged with attempting to drown a 3-year-old Muslim child.
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A woman in Texas has been charged with attempted capital murder and injury to a child after allegedly trying to drown a 3-year-old child at an apartment complex pool. The incident, which occurred on May 19, has been described as a possible hate crime by the Texas chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations.
Racist Statements and Disturbance at Apartment Pool
According to police reports, the woman, identified as Elizabeth Wolf, 42, was heavily intoxicated when she attempted to drown the child and engaged in a heated argument with the child’s mother. Witnesses at the scene reported that Wolf made racist statements towards the mother, who was visibly Muslim and wearing a hijab and modest swimwear.
Family Identified as Muslim and Palestinian
The family involved in the incident has been identified as Muslim and Palestinian by the Council on American-Islamic Relations. The organisation has called for a thorough investigation into the incident as a hate crime and has urged state and federal law enforcement authorities to take necessary precautions to ensure the safety of the Muslim family and community.
Emotional Impact on the Victim’s Family
The mother of the victim, identified only as Mrs. H, expressed her distress over the incident, stating, “My daughter is traumatized; whenever I open the apartment door, she runs away and hides, telling me she is afraid the lady will come and immerse her head in the water again.” The family is reportedly struggling to feel safe in the wake of the attack.
Legal Proceedings and Community Response
Elizabeth Wolf has been arrested and charged with attempted capital murder and injury to a child. She has posted bail and been released from Tarrant County Jail. Calls for a hate crime investigation, higher bail bond, and open dialogue with officials to address rising Islamophobia and anti-Arab sentiment have been made by the Council on American-Islamic Relations and Texas Representative Salman Bhojani.
Conclusion
This incident has sparked outrage and concern within the community, highlighting the need for greater awareness and action against hate crimes targeting minority groups. The victim’s family continues to seek support and justice in the aftermath of this traumatic event.
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