A Jewish man tragically lost his life after sustaining a head injury during a clash between pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian protesters in California, according to authorities. Paul Kessler, 69, died from blunt force head trauma the day after the confrontation on Sunday, as confirmed by the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office. Witnesses described the incident as a battery. As of Monday night, no suspects were in custody, and the sheriff’s office stated that it seems to be an isolated incident rather than part of a larger effort, although the possibility of a hate crime has not been ruled out. The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles identified the victim as a Jewish man and labeled the incident the fourth act of anti-Semitic violence in the Los Angeles area this year and the second since October 7.
Simultaneous pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian demonstrations took place in Thousand Oaks, around 40 miles west of Los Angeles, according to the sheriff’s office. The altercation involving Mr Kessler occurred between counter-protesters, although it was not specified which side instigated the altercation.
According to a statement by the sheriff’s office, Mr Kessler fell and hit his head on the ground during the altercation. He was promptly transported to a local
