violence

Belmont: Man Sought following Fatal Shooting of Second 30-Year-Old Man

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The NYPD has launched a murder investigation into the death of a 30-year-old man following a shooting in Belmont on Wednesday, May 8. They are asking for the public’s help identifying the person seen in the attached video and photos who they say is sought for questioning in connection with the incident. 

Dinowitz Introduces Bill to Combat Concealment of Identity During Public Protests

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz (A.D. 81) has introduced a new bill (A.10057A) to curb identity concealment in lawful assemblies, unlawful assemblies, or riots. According to Dinowitz, the bill addresses a concern that individuals hide their identities during public gatherings, evading accountability for their actions. He said the proposed legislation specifies exemptions for wearing personal protective equipment during declared public health emergencies, and attire worn for religious observance or customs.

Fordham Manor: Group of 7 Sought for Gang Assault

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The NYPD is asking for the public’s help identifying and locating the people seen in the attached photos who they say are wanted in connection with an assault that occurred in Fordham Manor. 

Norwood: Four Sought for Gang Assault and Stabbing

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The NYPD is asking for the public’s help identifying the people seen in the attached video and photos who they say are sought in connection with a gang assault and stabbing that occurred in Norwood.

Manhattan College Holds Town Hall to Push for Closure of “Voluntary Intoxication Exclusion”

By ARIEL PACHECO
Lawmakers and activists gathered together with students and other groups at Manhattan College on April 11 for a town hall to discuss longstanding pending legislation aimed at protecting rape victims who may be voluntarily intoxicated at the time of the rape. The law aims to close a legal loophole in State law that currently helps protect those accused of rape from prosecution in situations where the victim is voluntarily intoxicated.

UPDATE Allerton: “Extremely Hungry” and “Dehydrated” Pitbull Abandoned on Bronx Park East

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Around two and half weeks after cat rescue group Little Wanderers NYC shared allegations of organized pitbull fighting taking place at certain locations around The Bronx, which the Bronx District Attorney has confirmed are under investigation by her office, an “extremely hungry” and “dehydrated” pitbull was found abandoned on Saturday, May 4, in the Allerton section of the borough.