The FBI in Newark, New Jersey, stated that it had "reliable information of a broad threat to synagogues" in the state.

FBI requested to take all necessary security measures to safeguard your neighbourhood and facility

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Be on guard. Call the police in an emergency, the post advised.

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The organisation explained in a subsequent tweet that

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it was issuing that warning as a "proactive precaution" until "investigative processes are carried out."

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Murphy posted on Twitter, saying, "We are actively monitoring the situation and are working with local law enforcement to ensure that all houses of worship are safeguarded."

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Attorney General of New Jersey Matt Platkin advised citizens not to panic."

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not to panic if they detect a heightened police presence

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also stated that law enforcement will be expanding patrols in "critical areas" out of an abundance of caution.

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