Since the Israel-Hamas war broke out, vandalism has increased in New York City.The NYPD and other local authorities have reported some crimes involving pro-Palestinian graffiti and others involving hateful messages against Jews and Muslims.Recently, high-profile cases have included defacing cultural landmarks, public buildings, and private properties.Here's a timeline of vandalism across New York City: JUMP TO OCT. 18 | NOV. 16 | NOV. 18 | NOV.
Officers responded to the scene around 10:40 p.m. Sunday, March 17, and so far, no arrests have been made.Authorities have launched an investigation after the Center for Islamic Life at Rutgers University's New Brunswick campus was vandalized during the Islamic holiday Eid.Video posted by the Council on American–Islamic Relations shows what appears to be glass scattered across the floor throughout the center on College Avenue. A television and artwork appear to be damaged.