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Upper West Side
fromHoodline
22 hours ago

Manhattan Thieves Flee Midtown Garage After Failed Supercar Heist

A group attempted to steal luxury cars in Midtown, but their plan failed due to a garage gate intervention, resulting in damaged vehicles.
Upper West Side
fromYahoo News
1 day ago

NYC Movie-Style Luxury Car Heist Unravels With McLaren Crash

A luxury car theft attempt in Manhattan failed dramatically, resulting in damaged vehicles and a chaotic scene.
Upper West Side
fromYahoo News
1 day ago

NYC Movie-Style Luxury Car Heist Unravels With McLaren Crash

A luxury car theft attempt in Manhattan failed dramatically, resulting in damaged vehicles and a chaotic scene.
Upper West Side
fromHoodline
22 hours ago

Manhattan Thieves Flee Midtown Garage After Failed Supercar Heist

A group attempted to steal luxury cars in Midtown, but their plan failed due to a garage gate intervention, resulting in damaged vehicles.
Upper West Side
fromYahoo News
1 day ago

NYC Movie-Style Luxury Car Heist Unravels With McLaren Crash

A luxury car theft attempt in Manhattan failed dramatically, resulting in damaged vehicles and a chaotic scene.
Upper West Side
fromYahoo News
1 day ago

NYC Movie-Style Luxury Car Heist Unravels With McLaren Crash

A luxury car theft attempt in Manhattan failed dramatically, resulting in damaged vehicles and a chaotic scene.
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Police car chases result in 8 deaths around US in less than a week

In 2023, a report from the Police Executive Research Forum called for police to put the brakes on car chases unless a violent crime has been committed and the suspect poses an imminent threat. The report noted a spike in fatalities and an increase in pursuits by some departments, including in Houston and New York City.
US news
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
16 hours ago

Video: SFPD Uses Drone to Track Robbery/Auto Burglary Suspects, Four Suspects Arrested

San Francisco police utilized drone technology to track and apprehend suspects involved in multiple crimes, including a mugging and auto burglaries.
Toronto startup
from99% Invisible
3 hours ago

Service Request #5: Is My Car in a Lot of Trouble? - 99% Invisible

Predatory towing involves companies impounding vehicles and demanding inflated fees, often using aggressive tactics and local spotters.
fromSFGATE
1 hour ago

A Bay Area city is offering free doorbell cameras. Experts are raising concerns.

The safety tool can improve case solvability, support suspect identification and enhance overall public safety outcomes.
Privacy technologies
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
7 hours ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Mamdani On Notice Edition - Streetsblog New York City

82% of police officers at Staten Island's 120th Precinct received multiple reckless driving tickets, raising concerns about their parking privileges.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

SIU investigating collision after man fled Toronto police traffic stop | CBC News

A police watchdog is investigating a collision in Etobicoke involving a man who fled a traffic stop and crashed into an SUV.
#police-shooting
New York City
fromNBC New York
23 hours ago

Man with 13-inch knife shot by NYPD after wreaking havoc at Manhattan store: Police

Police officers shot a man wielding a knife after he confronted them outside a grocery store in Manhattan.
US news
fromBronx Times
4 days ago

NYPD officer fatally shoots Mott Haven man during attempted arrest - Bronx Times

Police shot and killed Lucien Colón, who brandished a gun during an attempted arrest in a Mott Haven apartment.
New York City
fromNBC New York
23 hours ago

Man with 13-inch knife shot by NYPD after wreaking havoc at Manhattan store: Police

Police officers shot a man wielding a knife after he confronted them outside a grocery store in Manhattan.
US news
fromBronx Times
4 days ago

NYPD officer fatally shoots Mott Haven man during attempted arrest - Bronx Times

Police shot and killed Lucien Colón, who brandished a gun during an attempted arrest in a Mott Haven apartment.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Creepy surveillance': why some cities are shutting down Flock cameras amid privacy concerns

Residents of Dunwoody, Georgia, are protesting the city's contract with Flock Safety over privacy concerns and data ownership issues.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
14 hours ago

Two Minutes Could Change How Officers See People They Serve

Hypervigilance in police can harm personal relationships; Just-Like-Me meditation may enhance connection and prosocial behavior.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Coyote attack caught on camera near Los Angeles raises concern in Bay Area

Coyote attacks are rare, but caution is advised during pupping season due to increased territorial behavior.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
1 day 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.
#traffic-accident
Pets
fromCalifornia Post
1 day ago

Exclusive | Insane haul from Penthouse Pet's luxury lair - as her alleged vicious four-word message to victim is revealed

Adva Lavie was found with over $200,000 in cash and accused of extorting money from wealthy men.
Chicago
fromTruthout
2 days ago

ICE Presence Persists in Chicago as Raids Shift to Quieter Tactics

Federal immigration agents continue to operate in Chicago, impacting communities despite a reduction in visible presence since last fall.
#bronx
NYC parents
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Bronx Video Shows Teen Stomped in Face at Oval Park

A teenage girl was violently attacked by a group of teens in a Bronx park, raising safety concerns in the community.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
3 days ago

NYPD detectives probing Bronx murder seeking doorbell camera video end up with confession instead

A 21-year-old man was fatally shot in the Bronx, and the suspect confessed to the crime when approached by police.
NYC parents
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Bronx Video Shows Teen Stomped in Face at Oval Park

A teenage girl was violently attacked by a group of teens in a Bronx park, raising safety concerns in the community.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
3 days ago

NYPD detectives probing Bronx murder seeking doorbell camera video end up with confession instead

A 21-year-old man was fatally shot in the Bronx, and the suspect confessed to the crime when approached by police.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
SF parents
fromABC7 Chicago
3 days ago

4-year-old boy attacked by coyote while standing in grandparents' California driveway: VIDEO

A 4-year-old boy was attacked by a coyote in his grandmother's driveway, resulting in minor injuries.
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Homicide Suspect Arrested Five Months After East Bay Jail Released Him By Mistake

Isaiah Jamon Andrews, 20, of Kern, Washington, is suspected of fatally shooting a 20-year-old man at a hotel in Seattle on October 15.
Boston food
US politics
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

ICE says it bought Paragon's spyware to use in drug trafficking cases | TechCrunch

ICE has utilized spyware from Paragon Solutions to combat drug trafficking and foreign terrorist organizations' use of encrypted communications.
Upper West Side
fromGothamist
19 hours ago

Grand theft uh-oh: Luxury vehicle thieves botch Hells Kitchen heist, NYPD says

Four individuals attempted to steal luxury vehicles from a parking garage in Hell's Kitchen but were unsuccessful in their heist.
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

1 killed, 1 injured in Charlton crash, driver reportedly refused to stop for police

A driver was killed in a head-on collision on Route 20 after a police chase involving a speeding pick-up truck.
#nypd
New York City
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Williamsburg Officer Hurt in Hit-and-Run on Broadway

An NYPD officer was injured in a hit-and-run incident involving a white Infiniti in Williamsburg, with the driver fleeing the scene.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
2 days ago

NYPD officer struck by driver, injured during traffic stop in Brooklyn

A New York City police officer was injured by a driver during a traffic stop in Brooklyn.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
3 days ago

Man slashed in face during Queens attack; NYPD searching for 2 suspects

NYPD seeks public assistance to identify two suspects involved in a violent assault in Queens.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Williamsburg Officer Hurt in Hit-and-Run on Broadway

An NYPD officer was injured in a hit-and-run incident involving a white Infiniti in Williamsburg, with the driver fleeing the scene.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
2 days ago

NYPD officer struck by driver, injured during traffic stop in Brooklyn

A New York City police officer was injured by a driver during a traffic stop in Brooklyn.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
3 days ago

Man slashed in face during Queens attack; NYPD searching for 2 suspects

NYPD seeks public assistance to identify two suspects involved in a violent assault in Queens.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
NYC politics
fromRoute Fifty
20 hours ago

Across New York, debate about the inevitability of driverless cars begins

Concerns about autonomous vehicles in New York focus on job displacement and lack of support for affected workers.
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Why AI-powered city cameras are sounding new privacy alarms

The expansion of automatic license plate readers as a source of deep concern is evident as government authorities seek ways to target immigrant and transgender communities.
Privacy technologies
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Suspect Flees SoMa Traffic Stop, Leads Police on Chase Onto Bay Bridge at Rush Hour

A stolen vehicle chase by San Francisco police ended on the Bay Bridge, resulting in the suspect's arrest amid heavy traffic.
#gang-violence
London politics
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Woman brutally attacked by gang in latest hijacking spree as gardai warn of nationwide surge

There is deep concern regarding gang violence following a controversial court ruling in Dublin.
NYC parents
fromNew York Daily News
4 days ago

Suspect to be charged with murder of Brooklyn infant may have been shooting at her dad

A gunman will be charged with murder for killing a 7-month-old girl during a gang-related shooting in East Williamsburg.
London politics
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Woman brutally attacked by gang in latest hijacking spree as gardai warn of nationwide surge

There is deep concern regarding gang violence following a controversial court ruling in Dublin.
NYC parents
fromNew York Daily News
4 days ago

Suspect to be charged with murder of Brooklyn infant may have been shooting at her dad

A gunman will be charged with murder for killing a 7-month-old girl during a gang-related shooting in East Williamsburg.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Two dead in Pomona police pursuit stemming from domestic violence call

A domestic violence call in Pomona led to a police pursuit, resulting in two fatalities and the arrest of suspect Marshall Judson.
California
fromCalifornia Post
6 days ago

California sheriff's department to utilize Batman-like gadget to halt car chases

Riverside County Sheriff's Department will use the Grappler device to safely stop fleeing vehicles, inspired by Batman's gadgets.
Pets
fromHoodline
5 days ago

Bronx Driver Threatened With Gun During Attempted Cat Theft

A Bronx driver confronted suspected cat thieves, leading to a gun being drawn, highlighting rising concerns over pet thefts.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

Man dies after group fight in Concord elementary school parking lot, police say

A man died following a group fight in a school parking lot during an after school program.
Washington DC
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

BRINC's new police drone uses Starlink, carries Narcan, chases vehicles at 60mph

BRINC's drones are increasingly adopted by U.S. cities as part of the drone as first responder system, with significant contracts and innovations.
#car-theft
Upper West Side
fromRoad & Track
19 hours ago

McLaren Artura, Mercedes G-Wagen Damaged in Daring Failed NYC Garage Heist

A parking attendant thwarted a car theft attempt in NYC by closing the garage gate, leading to a crash and the thieves fleeing.
California
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Felon Leads Authorities on Wrong-Way Pursuit With Four Flat Tires on East Bay Highway

Two car thieves led police on a high-speed chase after attempting to steal a vehicle, resulting in multiple charges for one suspect.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
2 weeks ago

Car thief escapes cops by diving into Brooklyn creek; partner arrested

A car thief escaped police by jumping into a creek, while his accomplice was arrested for car theft and possession of burglary tools.
Upper West Side
fromRoad & Track
19 hours ago

McLaren Artura, Mercedes G-Wagen Damaged in Daring Failed NYC Garage Heist

A parking attendant thwarted a car theft attempt in NYC by closing the garage gate, leading to a crash and the thieves fleeing.
California
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Felon Leads Authorities on Wrong-Way Pursuit With Four Flat Tires on East Bay Highway

Two car thieves led police on a high-speed chase after attempting to steal a vehicle, resulting in multiple charges for one suspect.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
2 weeks ago

Car thief escapes cops by diving into Brooklyn creek; partner arrested

A car thief escaped police by jumping into a creek, while his accomplice was arrested for car theft and possession of burglary tools.
#brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn double shooting: Two men in critical condition, person of interest questioned | amNewYork

fromFox News
3 days ago
Brooklyn

Viral surveillance video shows suspects in killing of 7-month-old flung from moped in frenzied getaway crash

Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Brooklyn double shooting: Two men in critical condition, person of interest questioned | amNewYork

Two men were shot in Brooklyn on Easter Sunday, leaving them in critical condition, while police investigate a person of interest.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

Gunman accused of killing Brooklyn baby girl told cops he was aiming at her dad: documents

A gunman confessed to targeting a baby's father during a shooting that killed the infant, a claim the mother vehemently denied.
Brooklyn
fromFox News
3 days ago

Viral surveillance video shows suspects in killing of 7-month-old flung from moped in frenzied getaway crash

Two men face charges for a gang-related shooting that killed a 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
4 days ago

Woman killed by ambulance driver in Brooklyn hit-and-run, sources say

A woman was killed in Brooklyn after being struck by an ambulance that fled the scene.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
4 days ago

Manhunt for 2nd Brooklyn baby death suspect intensifies as NYC reels from shooting

A 7-month-old girl was tragically killed by a stray bullet in Brooklyn during a shooting incident.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Woman fatally struck in Brooklyn hit and run, NYPD says

A woman was struck and killed by a driver who fled the scene in Brooklyn.
Privacy technologies
fromFortune
2 days 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.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

MTA operator bloodied in scrap with sleeping Bronx straphanger: cops

A subway operator was injured after being attacked by a sleeping passenger at a Bronx station, leading to a physical confrontation.
NYC politics
fromThe Marshall Project
2 days ago

In New York City, Mamdani's New Appointee Talks About Reimagining Public Safety

New York City establishes the Office of Community Safety to enhance crime prevention and support services under Mayor Mamdani's leadership.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Shots fired at Etobicoke business led to high-speed chase, crash: Toronto police | CBC News

Toronto police are investigating a shooting at a jiu-jitsu studio in Etobicoke, which led to a high-speed car chase.
fromFOX 5 New York
2 days ago

Thieves target luxury cars in Hell's Kitchen garage, 1 crashes nearby

According to police, the incident occurred just before 6 a.m. at a garage on West 43rd Street near the West Side Highway. Four men entered the garage around 5:45 a.m. and attempted to steal several luxury cars, including a blue McLaren sports car and a black Mercedes‑Benz G‑Wagon.
Upper West Side
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Woman in critical condition after stabbing in downtown L.A.; suspect arrested

The woman was between 60 and 70 years old. Emergency responders took her to a local hospital, where she remained in critical but stable condition.
Los Angeles
US news
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Bay Area City Giving Away Ring Cameras

Supervisor Jackie Fielder's mental health issue may lead to her resignation, paralleling past cases of supervisors stepping back due to health concerns.
California
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

High-Speed Chase Through Santa Rosa Ends In Rollover Crash Into Vineyard

A vehicle pursuit in Sonoma County ended safely with the suspect in custody after a helicopter assisted in the chase.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Brooklyn Man Sought After Forcible Touching Near 64th St

Police are searching for a man who groped a woman in Bensonhurst on March 6, 2026.
US news
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Ominous Surveillance "Scarecrows" Appearing Across America

Police technology, including COWs, is rapidly growing, with the law enforcement equipment market projected to reach $11.7 billion by 2025.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 week ago

Traffic Violation! License Plate Reader Mission Creep Is Already Here

In December 2025, Georgia State Patrol ticketed a motorcyclist for holding a cell phone in his hand, captured on Flock Camera, raising concerns about ALPR misuse.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Two teen girls arrested after street disturbance

Officers were called to Clapham High Street on Tuesday evening and put a dispersal order in place to move the young people out of the area.
London politics
#queens
New York City
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Queens police seek two in Jamaica Ave robbery

A 25-year-old man was robbed and assaulted in Queens, with two suspects still at large as police seek public assistance.
New York City
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Queens police seek two in Jamaica Ave robbery

A 25-year-old man was robbed and assaulted in Queens, with two suspects still at large as police seek public assistance.
#east-harlem
Upper West Side
fromwww.amny.com
23 hours ago

East Harlem police shooting: Cops critically wound knife-wielding man who allegedly terrorized supermarket workers | amNewYork

Police shot a knife-wielding man in East Harlem after he threatened store workers and failed to comply with commands to drop the weapon.
Upper West Side
fromwww.amny.com
23 hours ago

East Harlem police shooting: Cops critically wound knife-wielding man who allegedly terrorized supermarket workers | amNewYork

Police shot a knife-wielding man in East Harlem after he threatened store workers and failed to comply with commands to drop the weapon.
#carjacking
New York City
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

NYC rideshare driver carjacked at gunpoint by 4 masked goons after refusing ride: cops, sources

A rideshare driver was carjacked at gunpoint in Lower Manhattan after refusing to give a ride to four masked individuals.
New York City
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

NYC rideshare driver carjacked at gunpoint by 4 masked goons after refusing ride: cops, sources

A rideshare driver was carjacked at gunpoint in Lower Manhattan after refusing to give a ride to four masked individuals.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 week ago

Queens video shows driver doing donuts before police chase

A black sedan performed dangerous stunts in Kew Gardens Hills, triggering a police chase and evoking memories of a fatal drag-racing incident from 2020.
Brooklyn
fromNBC News
5 days ago

Manhunt underway after 7-month-old baby killed by stray bullet in Brooklyn

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot by a stray bullet in Brooklyn, prompting a city-wide manhunt for the suspects involved.
US news
fromHoodline
4 weeks ago

Bronx Men Arrested After High-Speed Chase In Suffolk

Two Bronx men were arrested after a high-speed chase in Lindenhurst involving stolen catalytic converters, resulting in one officer's broken bone requiring emergency surgery.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Drug dealer points loaded gun at police officer during chase

Jay Conway, 33, of Leicester Walk, Salford, had evaded capture from two undercover Greater Manchester Police (GMP) officers who saw him hand drugs to customers in Albert Park. He was spotted with the firearm as he was chased, and aimed the 9mm slide action pistol in the direction of Pc Dan Clayton as he rolled onto the floor when felled by a Taser discharge.
London politics
#police-pursuit
New York City
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

Parkway Chase Ends at Palisades Center in West Nyack

A police pursuit on the Palisades Interstate Parkway ended with the driver's arrest in a mall parking lot after refusing to stop for state police.
New York City
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

Parkway Chase Ends at Palisades Center in West Nyack

A police pursuit on the Palisades Interstate Parkway ended with the driver's arrest in a mall parking lot after refusing to stop for state police.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
2 weeks ago

N.J. kidnapping suspect charged for leading cops on wild chase through Brooklyn

Justin Gonzalez was arrested after a high-speed chase in Brooklyn, charged with multiple offenses including kidnapping and assault.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Crashes raise concerns about pursuit rules for immigration agents

A fatal crash involving immigration enforcement in Georgia killed a teacher, raising concerns about pursuit policies and public safety risks during immigration enforcement operations.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

LIVE: Police in pursuit of possible assault suspect in Oakland, reports say

San Francisco police officer struck by vehicle in alleged Oakland assault; suspect pursued and officer's condition remains unknown.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Suspects in U-Haul lead police on a chase through Los Angeles city streets

A burglary suspect led police on a live, high-speed chase in Los Angeles, crashing after colliding with an LAPD SUV; two arrested and one suspect remains at large.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Stolen car suspect drives through L.A. River channel, leading authorities on a pursuit

A suspected car thief led deputies on an early-morning chase into the Los Angeles River channel, disabled the vehicle, surrendered, and was taken into custody.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

High-speed chase of homicide suspect ends in suicide near LAX, police say

A suspect fleeing a Camarillo homicide led police on a high-speed chase exceeding 100 mph and later died by suicide near LAX.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Why LAPD and other police agencies discourage shooting at cars - and why ICE still does

Many U.S. police departments, including the LAPD, discourage officers from shooting at moving vehicles due to the high risk of stray gunfire. Recent ICE shootings in Portland and Minneapolis have reignited debate over when deadly force against motorists is justified or necessary. Since January 2015, LAPD officers have fired their weapons at least 36 times at vehicles, killing seven motorists or passengers and wounding 12 others.
US news
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