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VIDEO: Queens woman, 60, knocked unconscious by crooks who then stole her SUV
A 60-year-old woman was knocked unconscious in front of her Queens apartment building by five crooks who emptied her pockets and stole her SUV, shocking video shows. Debbie Villanueva, who recently moved to Rockaway Beach from Brooklyn, was attacked unloading groceries as she spoke on her iPhone with her sister. “I’m just in a lot of pain right now,” Villanueva told the Daily News on Tuesday ...
Judge allows Syracuse to demolish dilapidated house owned by notorious Brooklyn landlord
Syracuse, N.Y. — The city of Syracuse has secured a court order to knock down a fire-damaged house owned by an out-of-town landlord with a long history of property neglect. Brooklyn resident Mendy Kletzky bought the house at 1027 Midland Ave. for $3,500 in 2020, almost two years after pleading guilty in a criminal case stemming from his refusal to fix lead paint violations inside one of his other Syracuse rental houses.
NYPD sgt. caught on video throwing cooler at suspect appears in court
NEW YORK -- An NYPD sergeant accused of throwing a cooler and killing a man last summer in the Bronx was back in court Tuesday. Erik Duran, who faces manslaughter and other charges in the August 2023 death of Eric Duprey, was surrounded by more than a dozen fellow officers as he appeared before a judge.The New York Attorney General's Office, which is handling the case, said it's still waiting to receive discovery from the defense, and the next court date is set for July 30. Duprey's family held a news conference ahead of the hearing, along with Black Lives Matter Greater...
Man stabbed in the head in the Bronx, attacker flees with $20: NYPD
THE BRONX, N.Y. (PIX11) — A man was stabbed in the head and buttocks before being robbed in the Bronx on Monday afternoon, according to the NYPD. The incident happened in front of 528 Willis Avenue at around 2 p.m., police said. The unidentified suspect stole $20 and fled on foot northbound on Willis Avenue, […]
22-year-old woman slashed on NYC subway train in Queens
QUEENS - A 22-year-old woman was slashed by a man on a NYC subway train in Queens, the NYPD said. The attack happened on Friday just before midnight aboard a southbound E train near the Queens Plaza station at Jackson Avenue and Queens Boulevard in Long Island City. According to...
Woman Nabbed In Wrong-Way DWI Incident In Seaford: Police
The incident occurred on Friday, May 10 in Seaford, according to Nassau County Police. Just after 9:30 p.m. that day, a Black 2020 Kia SUV was reported spotted driving in the wrong direction on the Seaford Oyster Bay Expressway. When police arrived, they pulled over the car, driven by 55-year-old...
4 students injured in 3 violent incidents at NYC schools
NEW YORK (PIX11) — A call for metal detectors to be installed at all New York City Public Schools after four students were slashed or stabbed inside and outside schools in three boroughs on Tuesday. “Whether people like it or not, there should be metal detectors in the schools. Metal detectors are a proven way […]
Here’s Everything You Need To Know About The Astoria Park Carnival
Summer is just around the corner and there’s no better activity than grabbing cotton candy and spending all your change on carnival games at one of NYC’s many fests! One particular favorite of ours is the Astoria Park Carnival that’s returning this June. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2024 Astoria Park Carnival. The Astoria Park Carnival is an annual festival in Queens complete with rides, games and fair food. The 2024 Astoria Park Carnival is from Wednesday, June 5th to Sunday, June 9th. Hours of operation are from 4pm-10pm Wednesday through Friday and 12pm-11:59pm on Saturday and Sunday. The Astoria Carnival grounds are under the RFK Bridge at the corner of Hoyt Ave. N and 19th St.
Arizona officials say they can’t find Rudy Giuliani to serve him with indictment notice
Arizona prosecutors have tried for weeks – and so far failed – to serve Rudy Giuliani with notice of his indictment related to an alleged scheme to overturn the 2020 election results in that state.
Shot Spotter Alert Leads To Trio's Freeport Arrest
It happened on Sunday, May 12 in Freeport, according to Nassau County Police. Just after 2:30 a.m. that morning, authorities were alerted by Shot Spotter of a shooting that had occurred in the area of Main Street and Leonard Avenue. Shortly after, a nearby officer noticed a grey 2008 Honda...
Allerton: Residents React to Fatal Shooting of 25-Year-Old Man
Residents preparing to celebrate Mother’s Day at the Allerton Avenue building where a 25-year-old resident was shot and killed hours earlier were in disbelief that the fatal shooting occurred outside their front door. According to police, and as reported, Daniel Lachapel, 25, was shot once in the head shortly...
Red Lobster reportedly closing dozens of US restaurants: See the closure list
Red Lobster abruptly closed at least 48 locations across the U.S. as the seafood restaurant chain faces financial trouble, according to a leading restaurant liquidator. Liquidator TAGeX Brands announced on Monday that it’s holding online auctions for select Red Lobster restaurants closing in 21 states. The auctions, which include fixtures, furniture, and equipment, run through Thursday, May 16.
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