Precinct prepares for annual Halloween party
It was business as usual last Wednesday as Crime Prevention Officer Reina Marrero walked past the 40th Precinct’s holding cells. One was occupied. But on Halloween, these cells will be…
NYPD looks to spread the word about community policing initiative
A handful of residents who attended a meeting with police officers complained about a preponderance of used syringes and needles being discarded in parks and playgrounds by people who frequent…
Safety infrastructure the latest in revamping of South Bronx parks
The city is installing 40 blue light "help points" in city parks, including Soundview Starlight Concrete Plant and Pugsley Creek parks.
Melrose gang member sentenced to 33 years
Members of a gang that was based at Melrose Houses are facing serious time for murder and other violent crimes, including the stomping murder of a 16-year-old rival gang member…
40th Precinct continues looking to forge bonds with community
Frustrated community members got a chance to air their concerns over Mott Haven’s high crime rates at a public forum that the NYPD says it plans to make into a…
Brutal assault leaves street vendor in coma
A street vendor trying to earn a living by selling his wares in the Hub is fighting for his life after he was brutally beaten on May 2. As 53-year-old…
Vigil held for slain 21-year-old woman
Family members and friends of Aaliyah Alder held a vigil on Wednesday evening for the 21-year-old, who was shot in the head and killed on Monday night in a stairwell…
As crime declined citywide in 2016, it rose in Mott Haven
While Mayor de Blasio proudly touts record-low violent crime statistics across the city, many Mott Haven residents say they're seeing a darker picture.