Crime

Brownsville's Uptick in Violence Can Be Partially Attributed to COVID-19, Says Anti-Violence Group

The group says the conditions brought on by the pandemic help explain the recent spike in crime

Sep 16, 2020 5:51 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Electeds Demand Answers Over Reported NYPD-FBI Collaboration in Brownsville

State Senator Zellnor Myrie and other Brooklyn politicians are calling for answers, saying they have significant concerns about the reported partnership

Sep 16, 2020 2:06 PM Read more >

Photos: Elected Leaders and Community Groups March Against Gun Violence in Brooklyn

The NYC Gun Violence Prevention Day and Solidarity Walk was organized by Rep. Yvette Clarke

Sep 14, 2020 4:30 PM Read more >

Gun Buyback To Take Place in East New York This Weekend

Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez and NYPD will hold the event at St. Paul Community Baptist Church

Sep 10, 2020 12:01 PM Read more >

Labor Day Weekend Crime Prevention Called a Success by Brooklyn Leaders Despite Shootings

Brooklyn leaders and local cure violence groups helped maintain safety, but say they need more resources to better prevent gun violence

Sep 10, 2020 9:50 AM Read more >

Homeless Woman Fatally Struck by Tractor-Trailer in East New York

The 40-yr-old woman was known to ask for cash along busy Linden Boulevard

Aug 25, 2020 4:21 PM Read more >

As Gun Violence Escalates, Brooklyn DA Creates Bureau to Address the Shootings

Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez has created a gun violence suppression bureau, with a laser-like focus to target violent crime

Aug 21, 2020 5:41 PM Read more >

Man Shot and Killed While Visiting Friend's Memorial Outside Prospect Park

The 47-year-old man was paying his respects to a neighbor who also was shot and killed only days before

Aug 17, 2020 2:34 PM Read more >

AG Sues Hillandale Farms for Price Gouging Eggs During the Pandemic

Hundreds of Brooklyn stores were forced to pay at least triple the price for eggs, passing costs to consumers at the height of pandemic

Aug 12, 2020 3:19 PM Read more >

For Brownsvilles New Commanding Officer, The Neighborhoods Streets Are Well Trodden

NYPD Deputy Inspector Terrell Anderson grew up in Brownsville and said it was an honor to serve there in his new role

Aug 6, 2020 12:59 PM Read more >