Tag: NYPD
Flatbush Israel Real Estate Event Cancelled Over Fear of Pro-Hamas Gangs
It's not quite clear how canceling a pro-Israel event "keeps the community safe" when threatened by pro-Hamas anarchists, rather than protecting the civil rights of those who choose to attend.
Richie Taylor, Highest-Ranking NYPD Officer with a Kipa Promoted to Deputy Chief
A resident of the Midwood section of Brooklyn, Taylor is the commanding officer of the NYPD's department of community affairs.
15 People Arrested After Anti-Israel Activists Block Brooklyn Bridge
“Multiple people were taken into custody regarding this incident,” said a spokesperson from the NYPD, and charged with offenses.
NYC Prepares for Hamas’ Global Jihad Day
The NYPD ordered all officers to report in uniform, beginning Friday, in response to the call by Hamas international representative Khaled Masha'al urging Muslims worldwide to stage protests.
Orthodox Valedictorian Garners Awards at NYPD Academy Graduation
Samuel Winsbacher, 25, urged his fellow future officers to work with “integrity and professionalism.”
Bomb Threat Temporarily Shuts Down Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights
The grenades were found in a building housing a mental health facility and institute for community living.
NYPD Releases Footage of 3 Teens Wanted for Antisemitic Threats in Queens
Video footage shows them shouting antisemitic remarks at individuals while also throwing rocks and displaying a razor.
NYC Teens Wanted for Antisemitic Passover Attacks
The investigation is being led by the NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force.
Second Violent Mugger Arrested in Crown Heights Robbery Attack
“We demand that the NYPD add more protection in the neighborhood. Our children, our families, must be able to walk safely on our streets.”
Interfaith Clergy, NYPD, City Officials Protest Antisemitism in Crown Heights
Speakers at the event emphasized that “love and tolerance” must triumph over hate – but few strategies to implement that concept were raised at the gathering.
‘No Indication of Terrorism’ in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run Rampage
The incident took place at the corner of Columbia Street and Hamilton Avenue.
NYPD Asks Public for Info in Attack on Staten Island Synagogue
A reward of up to $3,500 is being offered for anyone who provides information leading to the perp’s arrest. Those with information are asked to call 1-800-577-TIPS. Calls are confidential.
Perps Arrested After Boro Park Attack, Midwood Burglaries
One of the two burglars arrested in Midwood was a “career criminal” on parole with an active warrant, the NYPD said.
Lone Wolf Islamic Terrorist Attacks NYPD Cops with Machete in Times Square
Trevor Bickford, 19, has been identified as the suspect. Charges are pending.
Antisemitic Hate Crimes Rise in New York City, Again
Antisemitic hate crimes rose in New York City last month by a whopping 125 percent compared to the same period in 2021.
4 Jewish Children and Mom Struck by Midwood Hit-and-Run Driver
The public is asked to pray for the speedy and complete recovery of Anette Naomi bas Esther and Bracha Esther bas Anette Naomi, two of the five victims.
NYPD Capture Man with ‘Machete’ Looking for a Synagogue
The man approached a number of yeshiva students asking them where the nearest synagogue is.
Police Foil Attack on NY Jewish Community with Arrests at Penn Station
The suspects had an illegal Glock 17, 30 bullets, a hunting knife and a swastika armband.
4,000+ NYPD Cops to Retire or Resign in 2022
Will there be enough cops to address the rising subway crime while still protecting the rest of the city? That remains to be seen.
Last-Ditch Effort to Stop New York City Subway Crime Before Elections
The program does not address the baseline issue of recidivism gone wild from the state’s cashless bail law and offers short-term solutions to long-term mental health problems.
NYC Russian Consulate Slathered in Red Paint Hours Before Putin Annexes Ukraine Provinces
Russian President Vladimir Putin officially annexed four occupied Ukrainian provinces a few hours after the incident.
NYPD to Increase Security at Synagogues for High Holidays Following Rise in Hate Crimes
The head of the NYPD Hate Crime Task Force, Deputy Inspector Andrew Arias, said hate crimes in New York have increased 45% in 2022.
NYC Mayor Condemns ‘Outrageous Attacks’ on Jews
“These attacks on our Jewish community won’t be tolerated, not in our city. We will keep our streets safe.”
New York Police Search for Attacker Who Tried to Choke Jewish Woman at Subway
The 44-year-old victim was choked by an unidentified male suspect, who made anti-Semitic remarks while she waited on the platform.
Exposé: NYPD Relaxes Fitness Test, Pulls Detectives Off Posts to Cover Street Corners
NYPD cops are paid less and face more threats more often than cops in other states . . . and even in other communities in New York State.
NYPD Offers Reward in Hate Incident
The New York City Police Department has released video footage of a suspect they are hoping to identify for drawing a swastika in front of a Jewish high school in the Flatbush section of Brooklyn.
NYPD Searches for Woman Seen Tossing Lit Book at Synagogue
The suspect threw the flammable items through the front gate of the Brotherhood Synagogue on Gramercy Park.
New York Jewish Leaders Urge ‘Concrete Action’ After String of Antisemitic Attacks
“We need a more visible police presence in at-risk neighborhoods, and need to build stronger educational frameworks and closer relationships with those in the broader community,” said Gideon Taylor, CEO of the Jewish Community Relations Council-New York.
NYPD Arrests Teen for Friday Night’s ‘Random Attack’ on Williamsburg Hasidic Man
“What is the plan for dealing with this violent Jew-hatred, @NYCMayor?”
NYPD: Hate Crimes Against Jews Up 409%
Most of the antisemitic attacks targeted Orthodox Jews who are easily identified because of their traditional attire.