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Federal prosecutors say a GPS tracker led to the April 13, 2025 ambush and killing of 24‑year‑old Jermy Ortega in Throggs Neck.
Federal prosecutors allege Orlando and Mount Dora residents ran a $6.7M kickback scheme that routed corporate contracts to a Florida vendor and produced lavish payouts.
Police are asking for help identifying two people after a 24-year-old was stabbed in Marble Hill on May 14; the victim was taken to a hospital and is stable.
A planned watch sale in East Flatbush turned into an armed robbery that cost a seller a $5,800 timepiece. Police are asking anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers.
A shooting near Rep. Yvette D. Clarke's Brooklyn office left a man in critical condition Friday afternoon.
DOHMH awarded a $6.15M contract to fund therapists for Cure Violence workers — a move that supporters call public‑safety spending and critics say needs stricter oversight.
A late-night blaze at a Bensonhurst bakery drew 21 FDNY units to 1476 86th St. No injuries were reported and fire marshals are investigating.
A 25‑year‑old woman was attacked inside Union Field Cemetery on May 30; police arrested a suspect and detectives are seeking witnesses and tips.
A Brewster man was arrested after more than 200 tires — valued at roughly $37,000 — were reported missing from a Mavis Discount Tire in Southeast, authorities say.
New York State Police are investigating after hikers found a woman's body near Montauk Point; she was identified as Lauren Balik.
NYPD Crime Stoppers posted images Friday seeking help identifying a person tied to robberies across the 102nd and 106th precincts in Queens. Anonymous tips and a reward are available.
The NYPD released a photo after an early-morning attempted rape in Central Park and is asking witnesses to call Crime Stoppers. Detectives are reviewing video and leads.
NYPD Crime Stoppers released images after three people attacked and robbed a 47-year-old Q86 driver near 253 St and 149 Av on May 29. A reward is being offered for tips.
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