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NYPD Reports Surge in Antisemitic and Anti-Muslim Hate Crimes

4/5/2026

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In early April 2026, the NYPD revised its hate crime reporting to include both "confirmed" and "reported" incidents.
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch stated the change aims for greater transparency.
In the first quarter of 2026, antisemitic incidents comprised 55% of confirmed hate crimes.
Anti-Muslim hate crimes surged by 140%.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani acknowledged ongoing challenges, particularly regarding anti-Muslim incidents.

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Story summary

In early April 2026, the NYPD revised its hate crime reporting to include both "confirmed" and "reported" incidents.
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch stated the change aims for greater transparency.
In the first quarter of 2026, antisemitic incidents comprised 55% of confirmed hate crimes.
Anti-Muslim hate crimes surged by 140%.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani acknowledged ongoing challenges, particularly regarding anti-Muslim incidents.