The Hasidic Drug Dealer • Samuel Leibowitz • Full Version

Jul 11, 2022 | Documentary series giving an unprecedented insight into Jewish life in Britain in 2008. It begins with the story of ultra-orthodox Hasidic Jew Samuel Leibowitz, who has multiple convictions for international drug-smuggling. Filmmaker Vanessa Engle follows him as he comes out of prison and returns to his community, documenting his re-entry into ultra-orthodox life to discover whether he can overcome his transgressions and live once again as an observant Hasidic Jew.

Samuel Leibowitz, an ultra-orthodox Hasidic Jew with a history of drug trafficking convictions, is the protagonist of the BBC Four documentary about Jewish life in modern-day Britain.

Mob Launches Anti-Semitic Attack on Stamford Hill Synagogue

THE SUNDAY TELEGRAPH: Six arrested after group of more than 20 men and women launch attack on north London synagogue as they shout 'kill the Jews'

A drunken mob of more than 20 thugs shouted "kill the Jews" as they stormed into a north London synagogue while young worshippers celebrated the end of the sabbath.

The anti-Semitic abuse was hurled by the group of men and women as they first beat up a young man outside before chasing him inside, breaking windows and attacking others.

Part of the chaotic incident in Stamford Hill was captured on video before the intruders were beaten back as the worshippers grabbed chairs to protect themselves.

Scotland Yard said six people - four men and two women - were later arrested on suspicion of public order offences and assault. (+ video) » | Agency, video source, YouTube/vos9es | Sunday, March 22, 2015