First Seizure of Ultra-Potent Nitazene Opioid in Long Island Raid as Hicksville Man Faces Narcotics and Weapons Charges
Long Island narcotics raid yields the first regional seizure of nitazene, an opioid stronger than fentanyl, and various other drugs. Suspect Anthony Gianatiempo faces charges. DEA warns of the drug's dangers.
Man Fatally Injured in Dispute at Brooklyn Bodega as Two Are Detained, NYPD Says
A man died after being struck with a baton in a Brooklyn bodega; two people were detained but not charged. The neighborhood describes past issues with the victim and suggests a possible self-defense angle.
Bus Crashes into Bay Ridge Apartment Building After Collision with Sedan, No Injuries Reported
A car collided with an MTA bus in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, leading to the bus crashing into an apartment building; the car driver sustained minor injuries.
Two Teens Injured in East Harlem Shootout Involving NYPD as Investigation Seeks to Determine Source of Gunfire
Teenagers were injured in an East Harlem shootout involving NYPD, with an ongoing investigation into the source of the shots and a high-capacity gun recovered.
Manhattan Judge Dismisses State Terrorism Charges Against Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s Killing
A judge dismissed state terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione, accused of killing a CEO, due to insufficient evidence of his intent to intimidate or influence government policy. He still faces a murder charge and weapons-related charges.
Man Convicted of 2020 Anti-Asian Hate Crime in Manhattan Sentenced to 2-4 Years in Prison
Manuel Morales received a 2-to-4-year prison sentence for a 2020 anti-Asian hate crime in Manhattan, where he menaced a man with scissors and hurled racist insults.
Brooklyn Man Charged with Setting Multiple Fires, Including Church and Residential Buildings
Bryan Oviedo was arrested for setting multiple fires in Brooklyn, NY, including a church and a residential building. He faces federal charges with a potential sentence of 5 to 20 years if convicted.
95-Year-Old Woman with Dementia Suspected of Fatally Beating Fellow Resident in Brooklyn Nursing Home
An 89-year-old woman was killed at a Brooklyn nursing home by a 95-year-old resident using a piece of metal from a wheelchair. The suspect has dementia and her charges are unclear.
71-Year-Old Man Injured by Car Driven by Underage Teen in East New York as Suspect Faces Multiple Charges
A 71-year-old man was injured when a car driven by an underage teen hit him in Brooklyn. The 15-year-old driver, who fled but was caught, faces several charges. The incident involved a stolen car and raised safety concerns in the community.












