Police ask people in the Jewish community to be vigilant this weekend after online threats called for a so-called 'Day of Hate.' While there are no credible threats in New York, NickJCaloway reports police and rabbis are taking the issue seriously.
The NYPD said there are no specific threats to New York City:"While there are no identified threats to New York City, out of an abundance of caution, the Department will deploy additional resources to sensitive locations, including houses of worship, throughout the weekend. We urge all New Yorkers to remain vigilant, and if you see anything suspicious, please call 1-888–NYC-SAFE."
"I would say if you are a regular temple and prayer observer, you should go and you should live your life as you normally do. The issue here is being vigilant and being very self-aware of your environment and what's around you," said Jason Shames of the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey. "We want communities not to be afraid.
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