Teens Vandalize Jewish Homes In Forest Hills

Police are investigating five separate incidents of anti-Semitic hate crimes occurring within blocks of each other in Forest Hills. One homeowner reported a swastika was spray-painted on her garage and eggs were thrown at her balcony door. Mayor Mumdani released a statement on X describing the incidents as deliberate acts of anti-Semitic hatred rather than simple vandalism. Authorities are currently investigating the matter. The source characterized the vandalism as a targeted act of hate. The transcript mentions the need to build a community of life between humans and nature and to protect biodiversity. The incidents occurred during the early morning hours of Monday. Investigators are treating the matter as a hate crime. No arrests or specific suspect descriptions were provided by the source. City Council Speaker involvement was noted during the report.