New York state police to boost surveillance for potential hate crime threats, governor says
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has said police will increase surveillance and protection for hate crimes targets following threats against the Jewish community and a mass shooting at an LGBTQ nightclub in Colorado.
“I have directed the New York State Police to ramp up monitoring and increase support for communities that are potential targets of hate crimes,” Hochul says. “Here in New York, we will not tolerate violence or bigotry toward any community. We stand united against hate — today and every day.”
The state police’s counter-terror unit is conducting outreach to synagogues and other Jewish community groups in the state, as well as to LGBTQ groups.
Authorities are also monitoring social media for more threats, Hochul says.
Law enforcement on Saturday arrested
