The
Jewish community remains on high alert after an online neo-Nazi group named
today as a "National Day of Hate" – encouraging
vandalism and other antisemitic acts.
In
response, many law enforcement and Jewish organizations are urging vigilance.
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12’s Ali Reid was in Highland Park where a heightened police presence was
observed.
Police
departments have said they would be stepping up their presence this weekend
after those social media posts, including in Lakewood. Police say there hasn't
been any credible threats but they would be increasing the number
of on-duty officers.
There
has been an uptick in violent antisemitic incidents nationwide including two
shootings that targeted the Los Angeles Jewish community. On Tuesday, 15
businesses, houses of worship and homes were spraypainted with swastikas and
other symbols of hate in New Hampshire.
This
weekend's threat is vague, but Jewish congregations around the country are
asking worshippers on the Sabbath to stay alert.