Police Shooting in Crown Heights Leaves One Dead
In an incident unrelated to the violent protests rocking New York City, an armed man was killed last night in Crown Heights during an altercation with police.
FDNY Comes Under Attack During Last Nights Riots
The south Bronx, a bad area on a good day, saw chaos, arson and looting last night in what looks to be a beginning for the borough. In another first, FDNY was targeted in the riots, leading to damaged vehicles and broken windows.
Violent Riots Rock New York City
Violent riots began in New York City Saturday in protest of the death of a man during a police arrest in Minneapolis last week. As of midnight Motzei Shabbos, major protests continue in Manhattan and Brooklyn, one taking place just minutes from Crown Heights.
Woman Arrested After Throwing Molotov Cocktail at NYPD Car in Crown Heights
A woman from upstate New York who allegedly threw a Molotov cocktail at an occupied police cruiser in Crown Heights during protests Friday night has been charged with four counts of attempted murder.
Video of the Day
“If it’s not bolted down, they’ll steal it.” It’s a sad story, but a reality in Crown Heights. A young boy found this out after leaving his bike unattended outside the Kol Tuv Supermarket Thursday. The thief made off with the bike, but later dumped it after Shomrim volunteers tracked him down. The bike was recovered, and returned to its owner.
Group of Teens Attempt To Rob A Bochur In Crown Heights, One Arrested
A bochur walking on Lefferts Ave near Kingston Ave Tuesday night was the victim of an attempted robbery by a group of teens hanging out on the block. The bochur immediately called Crown Heights Shomrim and 911. Job Final: One Under!
PSA: Car Thefts and Break-Ins, Secure Your Vehicles
Crown Heights Shomrim has released a PSA warning the community of an uptick in car thefts in New York City. Shomrim reminded the community that car thefts occur when keys or key fobs are left in vehicles or drivers leave their cars unattended with the motor running. Don’t be a victim!
Car Thief Tracked and Arrested in Crown Heights
A car thief that thought he could get away with a slick car theft in Crown Heights Friday morning, found out he was wrong after business employees and Crown Heights Shomrim tracked him down. Job Final: One Under.
Another Shooting Rocks Crown Heights Wednesday
Another shooting shocked Crown Heights Wednesday evening, just a day after a teenager was shot and killed on a street just a few blocks away. A man described as skinny and wearing a black mask reportedly shot and injured a man by a deli on the corner of union Street and Utica Ave around 6:00pm Wednesday evening.
A teenager who was charged in a gang assault and robbery of another teen girl in March was shot and killed Tuesday on a street in the Crown Heights section of Brooklyn.
Teen Shot And Killed In Crown Heights Tuesday
A teenager who was charged in a gang assault and robbery of another teen girl in March was shot and killed Tuesday on a street in the Crown Heights section of Brooklyn.
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Rapper Shot And Killed On Crown Heights Area Street
Nickalus Thompson, a 21 year old rapper and musician, was found unresponsive after being shot multiple times on a Crown Heights area street. He was rushed to Kings County Hospital just a few blocks away, where he was pronounced dead.
SHOMRIM ALERT: Broken Bottle Scam In Crown Heights
Crown Heights Shomrim is advising the community of an old scam that has returned to Crown Heights, fooling people into giving money for “breaking” someones expensive bottle of booze. Please be aware of this scam. Don’t fall for it.
Car Break-In Duo Strike In Crown Heights
A pair of car break-in thieves in Crown Heights struck multiple times in the early hours of Tuesday morning, rummaging through vehicles and taking items.
Arrest In Crown Heights Sparks False Rumors Of Social Distancing Crackdown
A 311 call over a group of Crown Heights residents loitering in front of a building on Sterling Street and Brooklyn Ave ended in one arrest. The incident sparked false rumors of a crackdownvover social distancing violations in Crown Heights.
Video of the Day
While Officers from the NYPD continue to chase down 311 complaints for social distancing, porch thieves are having a field day. This social distancing porch pirate has been active in Crown Heights since before Pesach. If you see him stealing packages, make sure to let the dispatcher know that he is not wearing a mask for a robust response.
Meat Packing Shoplifter Arrested in Crown Heights
Approximately 4:00pm Friday afternoon, Crown Heights Shomrim responded for a shoplifter in the Empire Kosher Supermarket in Crown Heights. The man was placed under arrest for shoplifting by the 71st precinct. Job Final: One Under.
Crown Heights Shomrim Facilitate in Construction Site Trespassing Arrest
With the help of Crown Heights Shomrim, a thief attempting to steal tools from a construction site was arrested Thursday and charged with trespassing. Job final: One Under.
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