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ABQ Police Investigates a Potential Hate Crime

A viral video of a man spitting towards a Muslim woman gains Police’s attention.

Crimes & Investigations
Ruben Reyes
Author: Ruben Reyes
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Screengrab of the viral video/Photo from: Facebook

Police are investigating a viral video online that shows a man spitting on a Muslim woman with young children at Old Town Plaza and saying she would “burn in hell.”

Sana Ali, 31, was walking with her young children when she met Daniel Bernal, 70, who works for a company that has contracts with the Kirtland Air Force Base.

The Albuquerque Police said in an incident report that someone asked Ali if she was a Christian, insulted her children, and later spat at her through his rolled-down car window.

Ali captured the incident, and her friend posted it on Facebook, gaining views and efforts towards identifying the man, while the police track his plate number caught on video.

Officers mailed out summons directing Bernal to appear at Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court on April30.

Bernal is currently facing only a battery crime.

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Ruben Reyes
Ruben Reyes
For more than 25 years, I have proudly served New Mexico students and families through the New Mexico Educational Assistance Foundation, helping them plan, prepare, and pay for college. My work has taken me across the state, where I’ve led hands-on FAFSA workshops, connected with diverse communities, and guided students toward their educational goals. Though my background began in technology, my passion has always been people. Working alongside the financial aid community has deepened my commitment to public service and my belief that education is the key to prosperity. As an active member of the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce Education Committee for over 13 years, I continue to advocate for access to higher education and opportunity for all New Mexicans. I feel fortunate every day to do meaningful work that strengthens our communities and supports the next generation’s success.

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