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Wealthy ad heir, 40, who torched Israel flag at Columbia protest pleads not guilty as lawyer makes snarky quip 
A wealthy ad heir who allegedly torched a Jewish man’s Israeli flag at a Columbia University protest pleaded not guilty in Manhattan court Monday — as his attorney had a snarky retort when asked about the case.
Brute who beat NYC pizzeria worker while pit bull attacked called unconscious victim ‘f–king bitch’: prosecutors 
The dog owner who pummeled a Manhattan pizzeria manager as his pit bull pounced allegedly taunted the unconscious victim as a “f–king bitch,” prosecutors said in court Monday — as chilling new details were revealed in the case.
D.A. Bragg Announces Indictment Of Man For Brutally Assaulting Pizzeria Manager 
“As alleged, Tyshaun Watson brutally attacked a pizzeria manager, almost killing him. No employee should have their life threatened when they are working and serving their community,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My Office will continue to hold those accountable who use violence against Manhattan workers. I hope the victim heals from this egregious attack.”
40-year-old indicted for burning Israeli flag at April Columbia University protest 
A 40-year-old activist has been indicted on arson charges after burning an Israeli flag during a protest at Columbia University in April.
District Attorney: Suspect charged in the NYC pizzeria attack that left an employee brutally injured 
NEW YORK – The man who allegedly attacked a pizzeria manager in Manhattan, where the victim was beaten and mutilated by a dog, was charged with attempted murder and other charges, said the District Attorney.
D.A. Bragg: James Carlson Indicted For Burning Israeli Flag At Columbia University Protest 
“This defendant’s alleged activity went beyond legal and peaceful protest. Committing arson in a crowded protest endangers the safety of others, and this type of behavior will not be tolerated” said District Attorney Bragg. “We will continue to work closely with the NYPD and local colleges and universities to ensure the safety of students, staff and community members during any protest or demonstration.”

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