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Bruce Mikulyuk Charged with Cross Burning, Indiana 2007
An Indiana man has been charged with a hate crime after allegedly burning a cross at the home of an African American man and a white woman in a disturbing act of racism.
According to a federal indictment, Bruce Mikulyuk, 41, of Mishawaka, Indiana, committed the cross burning in September 2007 and later returned to the residence with a knife, making threats against the residents.
Mikulyuk faces a maximum punishment of 20 years in prison and a $500,000 fine if convicted on the charges of interfering with the housing rights of another and using fire in the commission of a felony.
The investigation was conducted by FBI Special Agents Rick Miller and Arthur Grist, who worked tirelessly to bring the perpetrator to justice. The case will be prosecuted by Trial Attorney Betsy Biffl from the Civil Rights Division.
The indictment serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of hate crimes and the importance of protecting the rights of all individuals, regardless of their background or identity.
Mikulyuk is presumed innocent until proven guilty, and his trial is scheduled for November 3, 2009. The community is still reeling from the incident, and many are calling for increased awareness and action to combat hate crimes.
Key Facts
- State: Federal
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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