Community Leaders Condemn Antisemitic Acts

Four teens spray swastikas and 'Hitler' on Rego Park Jewish Center and four Forest Hills locations on May 4, 2026.
NYPD launched Hate Crimes Task Force investigation.
NYC data: 60% of hate crimes targeted Jews, despite 10% of population.
Vandals defaced Holocaust Memorial plaque and targeted Holocaust survivor's garage door.
Local leaders condemned the acts as antisemitic hatred.
City Council Speaker and two members condemned attack, confirmed NYPD is searching for suspects.
Rabbi Romiel Daniel worried about safety at Rego Park Jewish Center.
Rabbi Yosef Mendelson urged community to respond with positive actions.

Antisemitism | Hate Crimes | Community Response

United States

Julie Menin | Lynn Schulman | Phil Wong | Romiel Daniel | Yosef Mendelson

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