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NYPD Probes Back-to-Back Swastika Vandalism at Brooklyn Playground

The case underscores growing concern over antisemitic incidents in a heavily Jewish neighborhood.

Mayor Condemns Antisemitic Vandalism at Borough Park Park
Tape sections off a playground in Brooklyn, New York, on January 22 after it was painted with dozens of swastikas.
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Overview

  • Police documented roughly 57 swastikas and other antisemitic graffiti on Jan. 21 at Gravesend Park, two days after about 16 were found in the same playground.
  • The NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force is leading the investigation, which remains active with no arrests announced as of Thursday morning.
  • City Parks crews removed and painted over the markings on slides, walkways, and a handball court wall following the second incident.
  • Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and Gov. Kathy Hochul condemned the vandalism, with the governor directing the state hate crimes task force to assist; the ADL and Israel’s consulate also issued statements denouncing the acts.
  • Investigators recovered paint bottles after the first incident and are seeking surveillance footage since the park lacks cameras, while City Council Speaker Julie Menin plans a visit after unveiling an antisemitism response plan.