Police in Jackson Heights are investigating a disturbing act of hate crime after two men were seen hanging a noose from a rooftop on Northern Boulevard last week.
According to authorities, the incident occurred at approximately 7:20 p.m. on March 25, when two men were spotted on the roof of 82-26 Northern Blvd. The individuals fashioned a rope into a noose and draped it over the building’s water tower before fleeing the scene.
While police have not disclosed specific motives for the troubling incident, sources believe the act may have been racially motivated.
The incident was reported to the 115th Precinct. The NYPD Hate Crime Task Force is now investigating.
The suspects behind the incident are described as both men. One was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and pants, while the other wore a black hooded sweatshirt with a burgundy vest.
Anyone with information regarding this incident can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS (for Spanish, dial 888-57-PISTA). You can also submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips. All calls and messages are kept confidential.
