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Boston
fromwww.cbc.ca
16 hours ago

Man dead after alleged targeted break-in at Ajax home: Durham police | CBC News

A man was found dead after a break-in in Ajax, with police stating the incident appears targeted.
NYC real estate
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 hour ago

Ask An Insurance Industry Insider: Safe Streets Are The Best Way To Bring Down Insurance Costs - Streetsblog New York City

Personal injury lawyers and insurance companies dominate advertising, reflecting a complex system of risk assessment and cost management in insurance.
#robbery
fromHoodline
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Police Seek Suspects in Glenwood Road Robbery

Police seek multiple suspects in a February 13 robbery on Brooklyn's Glenwood Road where a 29-year-old man was punched and robbed of $150, with up to $3,500 reward for information leading to arrest.
fromShore News Network
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn street robbery leaves man punched and robbed

A 28-year-old man was punched and robbed of about $40 on Fulton Street; two suspects fled southbound on Throop Avenue and remain at large.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Long Island
1 day ago

Police search for 15 teenagers who allegedly robbed man at knifepoint in Dyker Heights

Police are searching for 15 teenage boys who allegedly robbed an 18-year-old man at knifepoint in Dyker Heights.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Dyker Heights: 18-Year-Old Robbed by Group of Teens

An 18-year-old man was beaten and robbed by a group of 15 teenage boys in Dyker Heights, leaving him hospitalized but expected to recover.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
1 week ago

8 people wanted for knifepoint robbery inside Boerum Hill building

Eight individuals are wanted for a knifepoint robbery in Boerum Hill, where a man was assaulted and robbed of $600.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Brooklyn Police Seek Suspects in Glenwood Road Robbery

Police seek multiple suspects in a February 13 robbery on Brooklyn's Glenwood Road where a 29-year-old man was punched and robbed of $150, with up to $3,500 reward for information leading to arrest.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
20 hours ago

We're in a new era of heightened CEO safety measures, security pros say

This attack is just shedding light on the fact that you're even more vulnerable outside of the office, said Don Aviv, CEO of Interfor International, a security consultancy.
Information security
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
16 hours ago

More than 1,000 phones seized in raid on London shop in theft crackdown

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and crime, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by donations.
#home-invasion
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

'Where is your daughter?' intruder shouts in viral Ring video of California home break-in

A man violently attempted to break into a family's home in Fairfield, California, but was confronted and arrested by the homeowner.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Woman assaulted in terrifying overnight home invasion in Piedmont, police say

A woman was assaulted during a home invasion in Piedmont, prompting police to investigate and urging residents to enhance security measures.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

'Where is your daughter?' intruder shouts in viral Ring video of California home break-in

A man violently attempted to break into a family's home in Fairfield, California, but was confronted and arrested by the homeowner.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Woman assaulted in terrifying overnight home invasion in Piedmont, police say

A woman was assaulted during a home invasion in Piedmont, prompting police to investigate and urging residents to enhance security measures.
#fire
California
fromPadailypost
1 day ago

11 people lose their home in an apartment fire

A kitchen renovation project caused a fire in a Mountain View apartment, displacing 11 residents but resulting in no injuries.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
19 hours ago

Fire in Crown Heights, Brooklyn kills 2, displaces multiple families

Two people died and a firefighter was injured in a fire at a Crown Heights apartment building.
California
fromPadailypost
1 day ago

11 people lose their home in an apartment fire

A kitchen renovation project caused a fire in a Mountain View apartment, displacing 11 residents but resulting in no injuries.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
19 hours ago

Fire in Crown Heights, Brooklyn kills 2, displaces multiple families

Two people died and a firefighter was injured in a fire at a Crown Heights apartment building.
#queens
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Man stabbed to death in Queens apartment, woman injured after man knocks at their door: sources

A man was stabbed to death and a woman injured in a Queens home during a violent incident early Sunday morning.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Man stabbed to death in Queens apartment, woman injured after man knocks at their door: sources

A man was stabbed to death and a woman injured in a Queens home during a violent incident early Sunday morning.
#oakland
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Before the EZ's Lounge mass shooting, warnings surfaced at another nightclub with the same owner

Residents of Oakland's Koreatown Northgate neighborhood raised concerns about Lava Lounge, linking it to public safety issues following a mass shooting at a nearby nightclub.
East Bay food
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

Burglars ram car into Oakland restaurant during attempted breakin, causing $5K worth of damage

A restaurant owner in Oakland faced a botched break-in where burglars attempted to ram a car through her business's entrance.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Before the EZ's Lounge mass shooting, warnings surfaced at another nightclub with the same owner

Residents of Oakland's Koreatown Northgate neighborhood raised concerns about Lava Lounge, linking it to public safety issues following a mass shooting at a nearby nightclub.
East Bay food
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

Burglars ram car into Oakland restaurant during attempted breakin, causing $5K worth of damage

A restaurant owner in Oakland faced a botched break-in where burglars attempted to ram a car through her business's entrance.
SOMA, SF
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Two Arrested In Shooting Near Sam Altman's Home Following Separate Firebomb Attack

Two suspects were arrested for gunfire near OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home, following a Molotov Cocktail attack days earlier.
#nypd
fromNewsday
2 days ago
NYC LGBT

Richard Carter, of Valley Stream, dies in Queens shooting; NYPD seeking suspect

NYC LGBT
fromNewsday
2 days ago

Richard Carter, of Valley Stream, dies in Queens shooting; NYPD seeking suspect

A shooting in Queens resulted in the death of Richard Carter, 49, with no arrests or clear motive identified.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Suspect knocks down, attempts to rob couple walking near Central Park

NYPD is searching for a suspect who attempted to rob two people near Central Park, knocking them down in the process.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Pre-dawn Rosemead street takeover ends with four hospitalized with gunshots

Four people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds during a street takeover in Rosemead, with all victims in stable condition as investigations continue.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Police investigate suspected arson at Scarborough auto repair shop | CBC News

Toronto police are investigating a suspected arson at an auto repair shop in Scarborough where several vehicles were damaged.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Stabbings on New York subway leave 3 hurt

Police shot and killed a machete-wielding man who attacked three people at a New York City subway station.
#shooting
Upper West Side
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Man gunned down near public housing complex on Upper West Side: cops

A man was fatally shot near the Frederick Douglass Houses on the Upper West Side on April 9, 2026.
Upper West Side
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Man gunned down near public housing complex on Upper West Side: cops

A man was fatally shot near the Frederick Douglass Houses on the Upper West Side on April 9, 2026.
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
3 days ago

Cycling Safety at Intersections: My Rule for When the Driver Has a Stop Sign

The windows are so dark now, I can't see anything inside. No more eye contact. No more silent acknowledgment that I exist.
Bicycling
Mission District
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Teen Sustains Life-Threatening Injuries In Mission District Shooting Following Fight

A teenager was shot in a violent incident shortly after a citywide call for a ceasefire against street violence.
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
5 days ago

School's Out, But Security's Not: Preparing for K-12 Summertime Security

Summer vacation does not reduce security threats in K-12 environments; instead, the nature of risks changes significantly.
#gun-violence
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago

Mother of schoolboy shot dead in London weeks after 14th birthday left living in fear'

A 14-year-old boy was shot dead in London, leaving his family in fear and mourning the senseless violence they face.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago

Mother of schoolboy shot dead in London weeks after 14th birthday left living in fear'

A 14-year-old boy was shot dead in London, leaving his family in fear and mourning the senseless violence they face.
fromNew York Daily News
3 hours ago

Boy, 14, stabbed in leg outside Brooklyn middle school

The victim was wounded in his leg outside JHS 383 Philippa Schuyler on Greene Ave. near Wilson Ave. in Bushwick around 3:49 p.m.
Brooklyn
Digital life
fromEarth911
6 days ago

Guest Idea: Why Sustainable Home Tech Choices Also Need Cybersecurity Awareness

Sustainable technology adoption is rising, but security risks of connected devices are often overlooked, impacting both environmental and digital safety.
Privacy technologies
fromFortune
1 week ago

Your neighbor just got a home security system, but should you be worried? 'It's inherently a little creepy' says surveillance expert | Fortune

Consumers are increasingly concerned about privacy and data control regarding home surveillance technology.
fromwww.bbc.com
21 hours ago

Arrests as e-bikes, phones and machetes seized

This crackdown has seen drugs, weapons and dangerous illegal e-bikes taken off the streets. We know these offences are ones that our communities care about, and they want to see officers taking robust action.
London politics
#crime
fromSFGATE
1 day ago
SF parents

Ring camera captures man claiming to be a wizard during Fairfield break-in

fromSFGATE
1 day ago
SF parents

Ring camera captures man claiming to be a wizard during Fairfield break-in

#armed-robbery
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Police: Armed robbery suspects used gun, rock, and bear spray in Dorchester attack

Three suspects were arrested for an armed robbery involving multiple assaults in Dorchester.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Police: Armed robbery suspects used gun, rock, and bear spray in Dorchester attack

Three suspects were arrested for an armed robbery involving multiple assaults in Dorchester.
Canada news
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Man charged with arson after setting fires inside Ontario Mills mall

A man was arrested for setting multiple fires at Ontario Mills mall, leading to felony arson charges.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Day Around the Bay: New Details Revealed In Oakland Coffee Shop Owner's Disappearance

Amy Hillyard, a coffee shop owner, went missing, leaving her home open and without essential items, amid personal grief and caregiving stress.
#murder
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Community concerned about rise in auto thefts at GO station parking lots in Scarborough | CBC News

Auto thefts at GO station parking lots in Scarborough have increased, prompting calls for improved security measures from the local community.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

More ABC7 viewers share issues with rising mail theft in San Jose communities

Mail theft in San Jose is escalating, with residents experiencing repeated incidents and significant financial losses.
Boston
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Woman stabbed to death in Sylmar, killer remains at large

A woman in her 30s was fatally stabbed in Sylmar, and the attacker is still at large as police investigate.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Shoplifting rife, police overwhelmed, an angry public the trail leads back to one person: Theresa May | Dal Babu

Shoplifting is rampant in major UK stores, reflecting a decline in law and order and a significant loss for retailers.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago

Shocking scenes as youths go on the rampage in south London in crazed car mayhem

Youths clashed violently in south London, causing concern among local residents and prompting police investigations.
#brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn robbery suspects wanted for stealing scooter from teens at knifepoint: cops | amNewYork

Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Man shot dead inside Brooklyn apartment as police hunt for gunman | amNewYork

A man was shot dead in a Brooklyn apartment, prompting a manhunt for the gunman by police.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
5 days ago

Brooklyn Cops Seek Suspect in Morning Groping Near Cadman Plaza

Police are searching for a man who groped a woman in Brooklyn, seeking public assistance to identify the suspect.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Brooklyn robbery suspects wanted for stealing scooter from teens at knifepoint: cops | amNewYork

Two men robbed two teenagers at knifepoint in Brooklyn, stealing cash and an electric scooter.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Man shot dead inside Brooklyn apartment as police hunt for gunman | amNewYork

A man was shot dead in a Brooklyn apartment, prompting a manhunt for the gunman by police.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
5 days ago

Brooklyn Cops Seek Suspect in Morning Groping Near Cadman Plaza

Police are searching for a man who groped a woman in Brooklyn, seeking public assistance to identify the suspect.
fromNews 12 - Long Island
6 days ago

Man attacked with brass knuckles, slashed outside East Flatbush deli

The violent incident on April 3 started as an argument in front of 1585 Flatbush Ave. just before 2:30 a.m.
New York City
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Victim tied up by armed intruder during Beverly home invasion, police say

An armed suspect broke into a Beverly home, tied up the occupant, stole items including a vehicle, and left the scene.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Police urge woman who filmed fatal Primrose Hill fight to come forward

Detective inspector Andy Griffin stated, 'I believe this woman's account of events, as well as the video she captured, will provide vital evidence.' He emphasized the urgency of speaking to her.
London politics
Miscellaneous
fromHoodline
1 month ago

NYPD Hunts Four In Brooklyn-Queens Burglary Pattern

NYPD released surveillance images of four suspects linked to a citywide burglary pattern across Brooklyn and Queens precincts, offering up to $3,500 rewards for tips leading to arrests.
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Drill rap beef may be behind senseless NYC stray-bullet death of 7-month-old girl: sources

Accused gunman Amuri Greene was allegedly targeting the baby's rapper father, Jamari Patterson, when he fired into a crowd in Williamsburg on April 1, killing little Kaori Patterson-Moore.
Brooklyn
SF parents
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Burglaries in one quiet Bay Area neighborhood are taking a disturbing new turn

Sharon Heights residents face escalating home burglaries, with thieves now targeting occupied homes during dinnertime using window-breaking devices to steal valuables within minutes.
Brooklyn
fromLong Island, NY Patch
1 day ago

Brooklyn Man Arrested After $24K Theft Spree At Major Retailer In Nassau: Police

A Brooklyn man was arrested for stealing nearly $25,000 worth of items from Home Depot in Nassau County.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
4 days ago

75-year-old Brooklyn woman says dog walker attacked her outside home

A 75-year-old woman was attacked by a dog walker after being accused of splashing ammonia on them.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Multiple residential burglaries reported in Saratoga

Multiple property crimes including petty theft, vandalism, burglary, and reckless evading occurred across residential and vehicle locations within a three-day period.
fromNew York Daily News
6 days ago

Accused gunman in Brooklyn baby stray bullet slay says he was seeking revenge for prior shooting

Amuri Greene, 21, told police he was seeking revenge for a prior shooting when he opened fire, resulting in the tragic death of 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore.
Brooklyn
#burglary
Brooklyn
fromPort Washington, NY Patch
2 weeks ago

3 Brooklyn Men Arrested After Burglary On Thursday In Roslyn Heights: Police

Three Brooklyn men were arrested for burglary after breaking into a gas station and attempting to enter another business.
Brooklyn
fromPort Washington, NY Patch
2 weeks ago

3 Brooklyn Men Arrested After Burglary On Thursday In Roslyn Heights: Police

Three Brooklyn men were arrested for burglary after breaking into a gas station and attempting to enter another business.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The 49 driller killer': steps to avoid locksmith scams

Rogue locksmiths use bait-and-switch tactics, advertising low prices online then charging 10 times more upon arrival, exploiting vulnerable customers locked out of their homes.
#home-security
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Why burglars target homes with this specific feature that millions of seniors have in their front yard - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Information security

7 things burglars look for that signal no one is home that most people do without thinking - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Why burglars target homes with this specific feature that millions of seniors have in their front yard - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Information security

7 things burglars look for that signal no one is home that most people do without thinking - Silicon Canals

fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'Thieves broke into my car - to take parcel shelf'

She said people "just couldn't believe" cars were being broken into just for the shelves. The Met Police opened an investigation following a number of parcel shelves being stolen from cars in Hampstead and Highgate, the force said. Sam Phipps Phipps told BBC Radio London her car was targeted despite only having her gym bag, out of sight, in the boot.
London
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Alameda police warn of a spike in car break-ins, burglaries, and vandalism

Alameda experiences a 9% overall crime decrease but faces rising property crimes including break-ins, vandalism, and vehicle damage across the city.
#vandalism
Real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
11 years ago

Home-showing safety: better to lose a sale than your life

Real estate agents and homeowners face significant safety risks when showing properties to strangers, requiring awareness and precautions to prevent crime.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Suspected prowler allegedly engaged in 'inappropriate behavior,' linked to 6 Oakland incidents: OPD

Oakland police link a man to at least six prowling incidents in East Oakland neighborhoods, with reports beginning in March 2025 and ongoing investigations in Maxwell Park.
fromsilive
1 month ago

NYPD sends more cops to Staten Island to combat 'Crowbar Crew' break-in pattern

According to a social media post from the 120th Precinct, additional officers were brought in from other boroughs to Staten Island to assist with patrols over the weekend. This increase in manpower is in response to a series of break-ins this month that are specifically targeting residences with high-end vehicles parked in the driveway. The perpetrators have been nicknamed the "Crowbar Crew" by District Attorney Michael E. McMahon because of the tool's prominence in the break-ins.
US news
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
3 weeks ago

Police search for man linked to string of robberies, including two in Brooklyn

Police seek 33-year-old Gustavo DeJesus Torres for a series of note-demand robberies across New York City, including two incidents in Brooklyn on March 14.
New York City
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
2 months ago

Armed Intruders Enter Two Brooklyn Apartments, Man Injured In Overnight Break-Ins

Three to four armed men entered two Bushwick apartments early Monday, stole property, injured a 27-year-old man, and removed a dog; no arrests yet.
fromNew York City, NY Patch
2 months ago

Airbag Theft Hits Brooklyn, Mamdani Responds

NEW YORK, NY- During the Albany budget hearing, Assemblyman Ranker Chan raised alarms over a series of car break-ins in his district, noting that 30 airbags were stolen overnight across two precincts. Overnight in neighborhoods including Bath Beach, Gravesend, and Bensonhurst, at least 30 cars had airbags stolen, officials said. Airbags, which can cost $1,000 or more to replace at dealerships, are targeted by thieves because they sell for $50-$200 on the black market.
New York City
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 month ago

NYPD Warns Brooklyn Businesses About Rising Burglaries

Brooklyn's 84th Precinct warns of rising commercial burglaries and recommends improved lighting, locks, alarms, and reduced cash on-site to prevent theft.
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