NYPD Increases Security at Jewish Locations Following Colorado Firebomb Attack

Increased Security in Crown Heights

• 🚨 NYPD patrols in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, have been doubled as a precautionary measure.
• ⚠️ This heightened security is in response to a real and growing risk to the Jewish community.
• 🎯 Ultra-Orthodox New Yorkers, due to their traditional clothing, are considered potentially more vulnerable to anti-Semitic violence.

Colorado Firebomb Attack Details

• 🔥 An attack in Boulder, Colorado, left 12 people injured after the suspect threw crude firebombs at a crowd.
• 🕯️ One victim was an 88-year-old Holocaust survivor.
• ✊ The victims were marching for the release of hostages in Gaza.
• 💥 The suspect, identified as Muhammad Sullivan, is charged with attempted murder and expressed no regrets, stating he would repeat the attack.
• 🚫 He resorted to Molotov cocktails because he could not legally purchase a firearm as an immigrant with an expired work visa.

Community Concerns and ADL Guidance

• 💬 While worshippers declined on-camera interviews due to the holiday, many privately expressed worry.
• 📢 Scott Richmond of the ADL urged Jewish institutions to remain vigilant, follow security plans, and be aware of their surroundings.
• ℹ️ The NYPD has stated there is no specific credible threat against any Jewish institution in New York City.
• ✅ The advice from the ADL is to live life normally but to stay vigilant.