Police investigating antisemitic graffiti in Brighton Beach... Suspicious device found near apartment building in White Plains, prompting bomb squad activity... Closing arguments begin today in case of officer killed during traffic stop

March 31, 2026·4 min

This episode of 1010 WINS All Local covers three distinct local news stories in the New York City area. The first story involves police investigating anti-Semitic graffiti in Brighton Beach, where at least five swastikas and anti-Semitic language were found on West 5th Street. Rabbi Moshe Winters of Chabad of West Brighton called it appalling and disrespectful. State Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton labeled it a hate crime and is working with the 60th Precinct. The second story reports on a suspicious device found near an apartment building on Odell Avenue in White Plains. Initially thought to be an electrical transformer explosion, it prompted responses from police, FBI, and ATF. Residents described it as scary, with one noting the bomb squad's presence amid global tensions. Authorities stated the device was dangerous but not sophisticated enough for remote detonation, and two persons of interest are being questioned. The third story covers the trial of Guy Rivera, accused of murder in the 2024 fatal shooting of NYPD officer Jonathan Diller during a traffic stop in Queens. Closing arguments begin today, with Rivera's lawyers arguing there was no intention to kill and suggesting the gun discharged during a chaotic incident. The episode maintains a straightforward news format, presenting each story with quotes from officials and witnesses. It focuses on crime, safety, and community impacts in specific neighborhoods. The tone is factual and urgent, highlighting ongoing investigations and legal proceedings. Each segment provides local context, such as proximity to religious institutions or resident reactions. The episode does not include host commentary beyond introduction, relying on reported details and sourced statements. It serves as a concise update on developing local incidents, emphasizing law enforcement actions and community responses.

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