Jewish New Yorkers were targeted in 70% of the city’s confirmed hate crimes in Julyby Emmitt Barry, Worthy News Washington D.C. Bureau Chief(Worthy News) – Anti-Jewish hate crimes in New York City rose 53.3% in July compared with the same month last year, according to NYPD figures reported by JNS. Jewish victims and institutions accounted for 70% of all confirmed hate crimes in the city during the month—an alarming disparity for a community representing roughly 10% of New York City’s population. During the first half of 2026, the NYPD confirmed 178 anti-Jewish hate crimes, accounting for 55.3% of all confirmed hate crimes citywide. Jewish families must be free to worship, attend school, and walk their neighborhoods without becoming targets because of their faith. One of the best ways you can support Worthy News is by simply leaving a comment and sharing this article.