A young imam was attacked and nearly abducted by masked men outside a Bronx mosque during Ramadan; the incident is believed to be a case of mistaken identity.

NYPD investigates a violent home invasion in Queens where suspects assaulted residents, robbed property, and sparked a manhunt; authorities seek public assistance.

A Queens man, John Garrison, has been charged with sexual abuse and other crimes after assaulting a child and indecent exposure. He faces up to seven years in prison if convicted.

The 14-year-old son of ex-Yankee Brett Gardner, Miller Gardner, died in Costa Rica, potentially from asphyxiation related to food poisoning. The cause is not yet confirmed.

Three firefighters were injured while containing a two-alarm house fire in Staten Island's Tompkinsville area; they were hospitalized in stable condition.

Three individuals admitted to being part of a nationwide bank fraud scheme, potentially facing up to 30 years in prison, with some charges including aggravated identity theft.

A Queens teen faces murder charges for the fatal Valentine's Day stabbing of 14-year-old Julian Corniell at a McDonald's, highlighting local teen violence issues.

Convicted child rapist John Garrison, released on parole two months ago, is arrested in Queens facing new charges including sexual abuse of a minor and public lewdness.

Bronx residents face concerns after a fire involving potential asbestos contamination. Officials ensure safety as businesses reel from the devastation.

The NY Attorney General's Office is investigating a fatal incident in Suffolk County involving an off-duty MTA officer who struck and killed a pedestrian.

A van crashed into a Staten Island laundromat, injuring seven people including the driver, who is in critical condition. The incident is under investigation.

Atikur Razzaque from Queens was sentenced to 15 months for alien smuggling after pleading guilty to smuggling three Bangladeshi nationals into the U.S.

Four individuals and three companies were indicted for an alleged deed fraud scheme in Queens, NY, accused of using falsified documents to steal homes.