US EditionSikh Truckers See Spike in Anti-Immigrant Vitriol After Deadly Florida Crash
The crash has led to a 40% representation of Sikh truckers on the West Coast facing increased harassment amid national immigration debates, advocacy groups say.
- On Aug. 12, India-born truck driver Harjinder Singh made a U-turn on the Florida Turnpike that led to a crash killing three people; he faces manslaughter and vehicular homicide charges and is held without bond.
- The North American Punjabi Truckers Association estimates Sikh truck drivers make up about 40% of West Coast drivers and 20% nationwide; the Aug. 12 crash sparked disputes between Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
- Online, the crash prompted a surge of vitriol and negative comments, with local carriers reporting harassment and five Sikh drivers quitting; UNITED SIKHS and the Sikh Coalition recently held gatherings to mourn and support families.
- Prosecutors charged Harjinder Singh with manslaughter and vehicular homicide, holding him without bond, while Florida officials allege illegal entry and Governor Ron DeSantis labeled him a `thug`.
- Since Sept. 11, Sikhs in the U.S. have faced discrimination, with recent FBI data showing they remain highly targeted; community leaders warn heightened rhetoric can lead to violence and urge fair trials.
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Sikh truckers see spike in anti-immigrant vitriol after deadly Florida crash
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