NYC Antisemitic hate crimes 70% higher in May 2026 than May 2025, 41 incidents confirmed

New York City experienced a significant surge in antisemitic hate crimes in May 2026, with the New York Police Department (NYPD) confirming 41 incidents. This represents a 71% increase compared to the same month in the previous year. These crimes targeting the Jewish community accounted for 60% of all hate crimes recorded in the city during May.

Year-to-date figures reveal a concerning trend, with 152 confirmed antisemitic hate crimes reported in 2026. In contrast, the NYPD confirmed 17 hate crimes against Muslims, 9 against Asian people, and 18 against Black people during the same period. This disparity is particularly stark given that Jewish people constitute approximately 10% of New York City's population.

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Across our city, the NYPD is delivering on its mission to keep New Yorkers safe.

The NYPD's Hate Crime Task Force (HCTF) is responsible for investigating allegations of bias-motivated incidents. After an incident is flagged, the HCTF collaborates with the NYPD Legal Bureau to determine if it meets the criteria for a hate crime under New York State law. The department releases data on both confirmed hate crimes and reported incidents that may not ultimately be classified as such.

Despite the rise in hate crimes, NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch highlighted broader public safety achievements, noting record lows in murders, shooting incidents, and shooting victims for the first five months of the year. She emphasized the department's focus on keeping New Yorkers safe across all boroughs.

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With record lows in murders, shooting incidents, and shooting victims, as well as the safest start to the year in public housing, and continued reductions in subway crime, New Yorkers across every corner of our city are benefitting from a police department that is focused and strategic.