Carjacking Assault and Road Rage Attack Lead Recent Crime Activity

Crown Heights Shmira and the NYPD responded to numerous incidents recently resulting in multiple arrests and several ongoing investigations.

Violent Carjacking Assault: In an extremely serious incident on November 30 at approximately 9:15 PM near Montgomery St and Brooklyn Ave, a Jewish man sitting inside his car was confronted by two black teens who jumped into his vehicle, demanded money, and violently assaulted him, causing injuries to the victim. Police sources believe they were likely trying to carjack the victim. Crown Heights Shmira and the NYPD searched extensively to locate the suspects. Shmira released images of the perpetrators and provided video to the detectives who are actively investigating this violent crime.

Violent Road Rage: A Jewish man was pulling out of a parking spot near Union St and Troy Ave November 30 at approximately 2:30 PM when a speeding black driver collided with him. Instead of handling the accident civilly, the enraged driver began threatening the victim, demanding money, and at one point entered the victim’s car. Crown Heights Shmira arrived and de-escalated the scene until the NYPD arrived. While the NYPD investigated the accident, multiple hostile bystanders became involved. One randomly struck a victim in the face and the driver smashed a bystander’s phone. The driver was arrested for breaking the phone, while the perpetrator who committed the assault is still being sought.

Package Thief Arrested: A perpetrator stole packages December 3 at approximately 10:30 PM. Crown Heights Shmira located him near Rutland Road and Albany Ave and contacted the NYPD, who made the arrest.

DWI Arrest: Crown Heights Shmira received a call for assistance after a car crash near Brooklyn Ave and Empire Blvd on December 3 at approximately 10:00 PM. Members observed that the driver was intoxicated and notified the NYPD, who arrived and arrested the driver.

Harassment: A girl walking home from school was chased by a group of African American kids near Lefferts Park December 1 at approximately 4:30 PM. The group chased and harassed the victim, spat at her, and knocked off her shoe. Shmira believes the kids frequent Lefferts Park.

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ADDITIONAL INCIDENTS FROM THE PAST MONTH

The following incidents occurred in November and resulted in arrests or ongoing investigations:

Trespassers Arrested: Two perpetrators were arrested on November 26 after being located by Shmira and NYPD for repeatedly trespassing into buildings despite being told not to return to the properties.

Repeat Trespasser Arrested: A perpetrator was arrested November 24 after repeatedly trespassing on a property near President St and Kingston Ave. He had previously been arrested on multiple occasions for trespassing. Shmira assisted the NYPD with the arrests.

Theft Arrest: A perpetrator wanted for a previous theft with open warrants was arrested near Empire Blvd and Brooklyn Ave on November 19 after a Crown Heights Shmira member out on patrol spotted and recognized him.

Stabbing Attempt – SUSPECT WANTED: A suspect is still wanted after attempting to stab his victim near Eastern Parkway and Kingston Ave November 19 at 7:45 PM. The incident occurred after the two nearly collided while riding electric scooters. The perpetrator responded by producing a knife, pursuing the victim, and damaging his scooter. Crown Heights Shmira has released a picture of the suspect. If seen, please call Shmira immediately.

Burglar Arrested: A perpetrator wanted for multiple burglaries in Crown Heights was located and arrested by Shmira and the NYPD on November 18 at 10:00 AM.

Attempt Burglary Arrest: A known perpetrator was observed attempting to break into a house near Lincoln Place and Utica Ave November 17 at approximately 9:45 PM. Shmira responded quickly and she was arrested by the NYPD.

Shoplifting Arrest: A shoplifter was arrested November 10 at approximately 7:00 PM near Empire Blvd and Brooklyn Ave after Shmira and the NYPD responded quickly.

Violent Carjacking: In a serious incident on November 9 at approximately 5:00 PM near Rutland Road and Albany Ave, a victim was carjacked, pistol-whipped, and dragged by his car. Later that night, the NYPD located the stolen vehicle and Crown Heights Shmira provided crucial video evidence to aid in the investigation.

Theft Arrest: A known perpetrator entered a property and stole valuables near Empire Blvd and Brooklyn Ave November 9 at approximately 3:30 PM. After an investigation by Shmira and the NYPD, she was placed under arrest.

Attempted Assault on Jewish Girl: Two black teens swung at and attempted to punch a Jewish girl near Montgomery St and New York Ave on Shabbos afternoon, November 8. A police report was filed.

Elderly Woman Attacked: An elderly woman was attacked and choked by a known perpetrator near Utica Ave and Eastern Parkway November 7 at approximately 10:45 AM. Shmira responded and located the perpetrator, directing the NYPD to her location for arrest.

Violent EDP Incident: Crown Heights Shmira responded to an emotionally disturbed male acting extremely violent, threatening people, and exposing himself near Crown St and Kingston Ave November 6 at approximately 1:45 AM. The NYPD took him into custody and he was transported by FDNY EMS.

Electric Scooter Arrest: An electric scooter was stolen near Empire Blvd and Troy Ave on the evening of November 5. Following a joint investigation by Crown Heights Shmira and the NYPD, the perpetrator was arrested and the scooter was recovered.

DWI Crash: An intoxicated driver crashed into a car near Bedford Ave November 5 at approximately 10:30 AM and attempted to flee. Crown Heights Shmira responded and contained the scene until the NYPD arrived and arrested her for DWI and having a fake temporary license plate.

Shoplifting Arrest: A perpetrator was arrested for shoplifting near Empire Blvd and Brooklyn Ave on November 4 at approximately 8:30 AM after Shmira and the NYPD responded.

Menacing Children With a Knife: A perpetrator wanted for pulling a knife on children in Rochester Park was spotted by alert Shmira members near East NY Ave and Albany Ave on November 2 and was arrested by the NYPD.

Package Thief Arrested: Shmira responded to a package thief who stole from a building near Empire Blvd and Troy Ave November 2 at approximately 1:30 AM. After she returned to the building again, an investigation led to her arrest.

Stolen Moped Arrest: Two perpetrators were arrested November 2 for possession of a stolen moped after coordination between Shmira and the NYPD.

Garage Break-In: A perpetrator pretending to collect bottles broke into a garage and stole valuables near New York Ave and Montgomery St on October 31. Shmira provided video footage to the NYPD and is still actively searching for the suspect. If you have any information, please contact Shmira immediately.

Bike Theft Arrest: A suspect was arrested October 30 after stealing an expensive bike. Shmira was able to retrieve the bike and the suspect was placed under arrest.

Theft and Knife Threat: A perpetrator stole from a store near Kingston Ave and Lincoln Place October 29 and reportedly pulled a knife on pursuing victims. Crown Heights Shmira and the NYPD responded quickly and he was arrested.

Please be aware of your surroundings. In case of an emergency, call 911 and Shmira 24/7 at 718-221-0303.