NYC officials outline security measures ahead of Jewish holidays, 9/11
Officials say they will have an increased police presence at places of worship, major events and other vulnerable areas.
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The NYPD is increasing security around synagogues, yeshivas and other Jewish institutions across New York City ahead of the High Holy Days.
Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown Friday, and city officials say Jewish New Yorkers can expect to see an increased police presence as they gather to worship and celebrate.
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said Wednesday there are currently no specific, credible threats directed at High Holy Day celebrations in New York City, but the department remains vigilant.
The added security comes as hate crimes continue to rise. According to the NYPD, confirmed hate crimes citywide are up nearly 16% through the first eight months of 2026. Confirmed anti-Jewish hate crimes are also up compared with the same period last year. More than half of all confirmed hate crimes in the city so far this year have targeted Jewish New Yorkers.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani addressed concerns among Jewish New Yorkers during Wednesday’s security briefing, saying too many have been victims of antisemitic hate crimes or have become afraid to gather and celebrate openly.
“Your safety during these sacred days is of the utmost importance to our administration,” Mamdani said.
The NYPD says its security plan includes additional uniformed foot posts and dedicated house-of-worship patrols. Precinct commanders and community affairs officers will also work directly with clergy and institutional leaders on security plans tailored to their communities.
The department’s Intelligence and Counterterrorism Bureau will continue monitoring potential threats in New York and around the world and coordinating with federal, state, local and international partners.
Tisch said this year’s NYPD deployment for the High Holy Days will be larger than in previous years because of the current threat environment.
The increased security will remain in place as Jewish New Yorkers observe Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
