The New York City Police Department's July hate crime statistics represent "a wake-up call," According to Mark Treyger, CEO of the Jewish Community Relations Council of New York.
"It is unacceptable that, month after month, Jewish New Yorkers remain the target of more than half of all reported hate crimes in our city," Treyger said.
Jews, representing approximately 10% of the city's population, were targets in about 70% of reported hate crimes last month, NYPD data showed. Anti-Jewish hate crimes rose 53.3% compared to July 2025.
While expressing gratitude for the NYPD's "extraordinary work," Treyger stressed the need for a broader citywide approach. "Law enforcement cannot solve this challenge alone. New York needs a comprehensive strategy that combines strong enforcement with education, prevention, transparency and meaningful engagement across communities."
He emphasized that civic leadership bears responsibility for addressing the issue. "Every leader has a responsibility to lower the temperature, reject division and strengthen the bonds that unite New Yorkers."
"We cannot solely arrest our way out of hate," Treyger said. "We must lead our way out of it with courage, accountability and a sustained commitment to building a safer, stronger and more united city for every community."