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NYPD:

Most hate crimes in 2024 targeted Jews

Antisemitic hate crimes rose 7% in 2024 over 2023 levels even as overall hate crimes fell, constituting 55% of all hate crimes committed in New York City.

Suspected antisemitic ramming in Brooklyn was accident

After accusations incident in which a Jewish woman and her children were hit by a car was an anti-Jewish hate crime, NYPD confirms incident was a traffic accident.

New York City:

45-year-old pushed onto subway tracks

Man pushed onto subway tracks in front of an approaching train, suffering critical injuries. Person of interest detained.

NYPD:

Taxi crashed into pedestrians due to driver's medical emergency

Authorities confirm that the driver of a taxi cab, which jumped a curb and struck six pedestrians in New York City's Herald Square on Christmas Day, was experiencing a medical emergency at the time.

New York:

Taxi cab hits pedestrians in Herald Square, injuring six

Six injured as taxi cab strikes group of pedestrians in one of New York City's busiest tourist destinations. The cause of the crash has not yet been determined.

New York:

Suspect arrested in burning of woman on subway

NYPD arrests "person of interest" following the incident in which a woman was set on fire and burned to death on a subway train in Brooklyn.

NYPD treating attack on Columbia student as a hate crime

The incident in question occurred on Monday, when a 22-year-old man made antisemitic remarks and grabbed an Israeli flag from the victim. Columbia University confirms the assailant was not affiliated with the school.

Manhunt continues for UnitedHealthcare CEO's murderer

NYC and Atlanta police are searching for the suspect in the murder of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare. He was shot outside an investors' meeting.

New York: Jewish public servant to head NYPD

Jessica Tisch, Jewish public servant, appointed as commissioner of NYPD. She is the second woman ever appointed to the position.

Crown Heights:

Jew attacked by knife-carrying bike thief

A Chabad hassid tracked down his stolen bicycle and was attacked by the thief who was found to be carrying a knife.

Crown Heights:

'He grabbed my son and I punched him'

Parents of child targeted for kidnapping recount the shocking attempt on their child over Shabbat.

Anti-Israel 'rage playdate' staged outside Chuck Schumer's home

Protesters clash with police after failing to obtain a permit for a protest outside the Senate Majority Leader's home to which they brought their children and anti-Israel coloring books.

NYPD to probe attack on pro-Israel activist in Manhattan

NYPD Hate Crime Task Force investigating assault of prominent Israel advocate Todd Richman, who was attacked while carrying an Israeli flag during a pro-Palestinian Arab demonstration on the anniversary of October 7.

NYC sees increase in antisemitic attacks compared to last August

NYPD reports 19 antisemitic incidents in August as anti-Muslim acts also spike.

NYC: Antisemitism three times higher than last year

NYPD reports 30 antisemitic incidents in July, 3 times higher than last year.

Brooklyn:

Woman arrested for antisemitic vandalism at museum staff's homes

28-year-old woman who took part in antisemitic graffiti at the homes of Jewish officials from the Brooklyn Museum on Shavuot arrested.

Orthodox NYPD recruit to receive top award at police graduation

Allan Pearlman, an Orthodox Jewish NYPD recruit, to receive award for Exceptional Police Duty upon his graduation.

NYPD reports 45 anti-Jewish hate crimes in June

NYPD says the total number of antisemitic crimes for June 2024 is more than double the tally during the same month last year.

Deputy NYPD Chief:

'We are taking tremendous measures to fight antisemitism'

Richy Taylor, Deputy Chief of the New York Police Department, speaks at Arutz Sheva-Israel National News Jerusalem Conference in New York City: New York boasts strong leadership and a reliable police force, crucial for our community’s well-being.

New York:

Anti-Israel protesters arrested after taking over Brooklyn Museum

New York City police take into custody more than two dozen people who took part in pro-Palestinian Arab protests at the Brooklyn Museum.

Brooklyn:

Driver verbally attacks, tries to run over yeshiva students

Driver passing a Hasidic Jewish school in Brooklyn verbally assaults a group of Jewish people before trying to run them down. NYPD investigating the incident as a possible hate crime.

At anti-Israel protest:

NYPD Assistant Chief accidentally pepper sprays himself

NYPD Assistant Chief James McCarthy accidentally pepper sprays himself in the face while attempting to arrest protesters blocking the Manhattan Bridge.

Father turns in anti-Israel protester who vandalized WW1 memorial

16-year-old arrested after being photographed spray-painting 'Gaza' on Central Park World War One memorial to the 107th Infantry during anti-Israel demonstration.

Central Park:

Anti-Israel protesters vandalize World War 1 memorial

1,000 anti-Israel protesters attempt to disrupt Met Gala, vandalize WW1 and Civil War memorials in Central Park.

New York:

Synagogues receive fake bomb threats

At least three synagogues and museum in New York receive bomb threats. New York Police Department says none were deemed credible.

'A proud moment'

NYPD regains control of CCNY campus, raises US flag

Approximately 300 were arrested overnight at CCNY and Columbia after the NYPD was called on to clear out anti-Israel protesters who had been occupying the campuses.

Columbia University:

Anti-Israel protester hit counterprotester in face with rock

NYPD searching for suspects after multiple people carrying Israeli flags assaulted in separate incidents in New York City.

Columbia University:

More than 100 arrested at pro-Palestinian Arab protest

More than 100 people arrested as police enter Columbia University to disperse a pro-Palestinian Arab protest.

After Iranian attack:

NYPD to beef up security around Jewish institutions

New York City Mayor Eric Adams directs New York Police Department to beef up security around Jewish institutions, stresses there is no direct threat at this time.

Reversing previous trend:

NYPD reports spike in antisemitic crimes

NYPD reports 43 antisemitic incidents in the five boroughs last month, more than double the 17 reported in February.

Bomb scare in Times Square:

Police blocked from scene by anti-Israel protestors

After Uber driver finds grenade in his back seat, protestors staging anti-Israel march block bomb squad from reaching scene to cordon off and dispose of the grenade.

New York:

Protesters arrested after blocking rush hour traffic

Multiple anti-Israel protesters arrested after using cars to halt traffic at the Brooklyn Bridge and two major tunnels during rush hour.

Surge in antisemitism continues

NYPD reports 31 antisemitic crimes in January

Since the start of October, there have been 193 antisemitic incidents in New York City.

Crown Heights: 12 arrested in brawl at 770

Twelve arrested as fracas breaks out over tunnel at Chabad headquarters.

Riot at 770 as police seal secret tunnel

Chabad worshipers violently clashed with police who attempted to seal a tunnel dug under the historic 770 synagogue.

NYPD:

Antisemitic crimes fall to 31 in December, still double 2022

Antisemitic hate crimes fall from over 60 in October and November to 31 in December in sign post-Octiber 7 wave may be waning.

Anti-Israel disruption:

NYPD deploys thousands of officers to protect Jan. 1 ball drop

NYC Mayor Eric Adams says he is "sure" anti-Israel activists will attempt to disrupt Times Square ball drop after Christmas disruptions.

NYPD tells son of Elie Wiesel to put away Israel flag at protest

Elisha Wiesel, son of Nobel Peace Prize-winning Holocaust survivor, surrounded by mask-wearing anti-Israel activists at Penn Station.

Protestors demanding destruction of Israel clash with NYPD

5,000 protestors gather for demonstration in Bay Ridge neighborhood of Brooklyn calling for the destruction of Israel.

Inspired by Adams' visit:

NYPD to use drones to monitor noisy parties

NYC Mayor Eric Adams expressed his admiration for the use of drone technology by Israeli security services during his visit to Israel.

Off duty police officer shot in Queens

The officer who was shot in the leg was taken to Elmhurst Hospital. To suspects were detained.

Megaphone snatching incident:

NYPD throws out complaint against MK Rothman

MK Rothman described the incident: 'A small group of violent protesters attacked my wife and me as we walked in New York late at night.'

Coney Island targeted by antisemitic vandals

NYPD Hate Crime Task Force investigating swastika found on building in Brooklyn neighborhood.

Arsonist causes 'horrifying' damage to NYC Chabad Mitzvah Tank

NYPD investigating after individual sets fire to Mitzvah Tank in Crown Heights, causing massive exterior and interior damage.

New York:

Teens wanted in connection with antisemitic attacks in Queens

Group of teens wanted for series of antisemitic attacks during Passover, including rock-throwing and shouting antisemitic remarks.

Suspect in Queens antisemitic crime spree arrested by NYPD

Man accused of string of antisemitic incidents, including vandalizing synagogue sidewalk with swastika.

NYPD searching for man accused of 6 antisemitic incidents

NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force probing multiple incidents across Queens suspected to have been perpetrated by antisemitic vandal.

NYPD probing swastika at Columbia Law school as hate crime

Antisemitic graffiti found at New York City law school being investigated by NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force.

NYPD probing two antisemitic hate incidents in Queens

Anti-Jewish graffiti in two Queens neighborhoods, including swastikas, denounced by local politicians as 'vile acts of hate.'

NYC park building vandalized with swastika, antisemitic graffiti

Officials remove hateful graffiti from Bayside, Queens park after police investigation.

NYPD warns of ‘National Day of Hate’ planned by neo-Nazi groups

Antisemitic rallies set to take place across the United States on Friday, with NYPD warning of events in NYC and Chicago.

NYPD to increase patrols city-wide after Jerusalem terror attack

In wake of Neve Yaakov terror attack, NYPD increasing patrols across New York City, including at synagogues.

Jewish woman assaulted near Crown Heights subway station

Shomrim pursues man who grabbed and pushed victim but NYPD does not make arrest.

NYPD searching for vandal who damaged Staten Island synagogue

Hate crime investigation opened after individual damages property of Staten Island synagogue.

Murder in NYC:

Jewish man stabbed to death outside Brooklyn restaurant

30-year old victim stabbed to death after getting into altercation with man outside eatery in Marine Park neighborhood.

NYPD official:

'New Year's Eve attacker was linked to Islamist extremism'

NYPD chief of intelligence and counterterrorism says 19-year-old who attacked policemen with machete yelled "Allahu Akbar".

NYPD seeking public's help following antisemitic attack

The attack on a 63-year-old man took place in Central Park last Wednesday.

145% increase in antisemitic hate crimes in New York in November

Anti-Jewish incidents make up up 60% of all hate crimes in New York City in month of November.

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NYPD officers and bystander save man on subway tracks

Bodycam footage shows two New York City police officers and bystander saving a man who fell on the tracks at Manhattan subway station.

Threat to NYC Jewish community foiled

NYPD commissioner says threat to Jewish community has been foiled.