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SFGATE
1 day ago
Mission District

SFPD surveillance cameras to be installed in Mission District

The San Francisco Police Department plans to install surveillance cameras at two high-crime intersections in the Mission District to enhance public safety. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
4 days ago
London

Dramatic CCTV shows mum taking photo of daughter having iPhone snatched by teenage robber on bike

Police in City of London respond robustly to phone snatching incidents. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
California

To catch a thief: Oakland installs hundreds of surveillance cameras to try to thwart crime

Surveillance cameras to be installed in Oakland for crime combatting purposes
Cameras will provide detailed attributes of vehicles to aid law enforcement [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
New York City

Subway Cameras Led to Arrests in D Train Killing, Police Say

Surveillance footage led to arrests
Cameras to be installed in all subway cars by end of year [ more ]
moresurveillance-cameras
#arrest
www.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
London

Boy arrested on suspicion of murder as woman stabbed to death on beach in Bournemouth

A teenager has been arrested after a woman was stabbed to death on a beach in Bournemouth. [ more ]
www.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 weeks ago
Cars

Fake gun, knife and cash seized near shopping centre - Upminster men arrested

Police seized fake gun, knife, and cash from arrested individuals near Lakeside shopping centre in Essex. [ more ]
morearrest
#public-safety
Los Angeles Times
1 week ago
Los Angeles

Ex-Metro security chief says police patrols were so lax, they didn't notice a dead man at station

Metro security faced scrutiny due to inadequate vigilance leading to unfortunate incidents. [ more ]
www.kilburntimes.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Man had loaded pistol which he snuck into Notting Hill Carnival's family day

Jade Charles was jailed for sneaking a gun into Notting Hill Carnival, raising safety concerns during a cultural celebration. [ more ]
BKReader
1 month ago
New York City

Mayor Boosts Police Academy Recruits

Increasing the size of the NYPD academy by 1,200 recruits under Mayor Eric Adams to enhance public safety and economic recovery. [ more ]
www.amny.com
1 month ago
Upper West Side

Suspect wanted for attempted rape of 15-year-old girl on Upper West Side

NYPD released a photo of a suspect who tried to rape a 15-year-old girl on the Upper West Side.
Crime in the 20th Precinct, including rape, is down 60% from the previous year. [ more ]
Brooklyn, NY Patch
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Man Flahes Genitalia to Woman Riding BK-Bound Train: NYPD

Police seek man for flashing incident on Brooklyn subway.
No injuries reported; surveillance images released for public assistance. [ more ]
sfist.com
2 months ago
East Bay food

Newsom Announces He's Putting 480 More Street Cameras Up In Oakland to Go After Suspected Criminals

A new batch of 480 car-surveilling security cameras is being installed in Oakland to combat crime.
The high-tech cameras will provide real-time information to help law enforcement identify vehicles linked to crimes. [ more ]
morepublic-safety
#legislation
Kqed
1 week ago
California

California Lawmakers Pass Slew of Bills Cracking Down on Stolen Goods Resellers and Auto Theft | KQED

California lawmakers approved a package of bills to crack down on repeat shoplifters and car thieves, balancing tough-on-crime strategies with progressive policies. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US news

California Considers Limits on Self-Service Checkout

Real enforcement is key to community safety in addressing crime rates in California. [ more ]
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Brooklyn Paper
1 week ago
Brooklyn

East New York man accused of raping teen and attempted sex trafficking: DA * Brooklyn Paper

Exploitation of a vulnerable teenager for prostitution is a serious crime that needs to be reported and prosecuted to prevent further harm. [ more ]
#sadiq-khan
www.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
London

Sadiq Khan admits robberies in London are 'too high' as he launches new partnership to tackle it

Sadiq Khan acknowledges the high number of robberies in London and launches a partnership to address the issue. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
London politics

Vote Lib Dem to fix the Met

Support Liberal Democrats on all three London ballot papers for Met Police reform. [ more ]
moresadiq-khan
#community-safety
www.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
1 week ago
London

Knife crime amnesty hauls in hundreds of weapons

Removing knives from the streets through amnesty bins is saving lives. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Man, 21, shot dead during disturbance at home in London

Murder investigation launched after 21-year-old man shot dead in West Kensington.
Detectives appeal for witnesses and information from the public, urging anyone with details to come forward.
Police provide contact information for reporting any information related to the incident anonymously. [ more ]
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#law-enforcement
www.npr.org
2 weeks ago
US news

New York proposes a ban on guns that are easy to convert to illegal automatic weapons

A small device called a Glock switch can turn a semi-automatic pistol into a fully automatic one, posing a significant challenge to law enforcement. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
UK news

UK politics live: Starmer heads to Dover to unveil Labour's immigration stance

Labour pledges to centralize border security efforts and grant additional powers to combat people smuggling. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

I left my suit in San Francisco: thieves swipe bags from Adam Schiff's car

Even prominent figures like Adam Schiff are not immune to car burglaries in San Francisco. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper
1 month ago
Brooklyn

19-year-old man wounded in Flatbush shooting, cops seeking gunman who fled into subway station * Brooklyn Paper

Police are searching for a gunman following a shooting incident in Flatbush, with the victim in stable condition. [ more ]
The Mercury News
1 month ago
California

Arrests, car recoveries and gun seizures rise in Oakland after state law-enforcement surge

Undercover sting operations in Oakland resulted in 181 arrests, recovery of 30+ guns and 414 stolen vehicles.
California Highway Patrol surge focused on auto theft, violent crime, and installing high-tech cameras for crime identification. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

A truck and a large chain: Thieves make off with Pasadena's bronze light poles

Thieves are targeting historic bronze light poles in Pasadena, with no arrests made yet.
Replacement poles are being used due to the historical significance and difficulty in finding the original ones. [ more ]
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#shooting-incident
Brooklyn Paper
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Suspect recovering after East New York shooting, police search for suspect * Brooklyn Paper

Shootings down 35% in East New York's 75th Precinct year-to-date. [ more ]
Fox News
1 month ago
New York City

Shooters on scooters gun down 4 people in New York City, killing 1, police say; suspect in custody

Authorities in New York City reported a shooting incident involving scooter riders, resulting in one fatality and three injuries. Police are investigating the incident to determine the motive. [ more ]
AP News
2 months ago
New York City

Man shot with his own gun, critically wounded after fight aboard New York City subway, police say

Increased security measures after recent subway crimes
Shooting on NYC subway train during rush hour [ more ]
moreshooting-incident
#brooklyn
BKReader
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Police Searching For Man Who Groped 55-Year-Old Woman in Brooklyn

Women must be vigilant in all settings to protect their safety. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper
3 months ago
Brooklyn

Robbed at hammerpoint: Duo robs deliverista of wallet, phone and pizzas in Fort Greene * Brooklyn Paper

Robbery incidents in Brooklyn's 88th Precinct involving teen suspects
Overall decrease in burglaries and felony assaults in 88th Precinct [ more ]
morebrooklyn
www.amny.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Candid cameras: NYC retail shops can start sharing security footage directly with NYPD under pilot | amNewYork

Retail shops in NYC can now share security footage in real-time with the NYPD through the Connect New York program. [ more ]
#security-measures
www.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
2 weeks ago
New York City

Gun-toting man incident sees restaurant's early-hours opening bid denied

Redbridge Council denied Cabana LDN's request for extended late-night events due to security concerns. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
New York City

What Would Make the Subway Feel Safer? Experts Have 5 Suggestions.

Increased subway crime causing concerns in NYC
Experts propose ways to enhance subway safety [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
New York City

Prosecutors say NYC subway shooting may have been self defense

Prosecutors considering self-defense angle in NYC subway shooting
Increased security measures taken in response to recent crimes in the subway system [ more ]
moresecurity-measures
New York Post
2 weeks ago
Education

Take a crime prevention class or go to jail: Westchester DA's scathing rebuke of anti-Israel college protesters

Westchester prosecutors offer anti-Israel protesters a crime prevention course instead of jail time. [ more ]
#london
BBC News
2 weeks ago
London

Warning over rise in spiking offences in London

Spiking crimes are on the rise in London, with drugs like MDMA and Spice used in vapes, affecting both men and women. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Thief jailed after dramatic police chase in east London following Christmas Day burglary spree

Specialist pursuit teams successfully capture thief after a Christmas Day burglary spree in east London. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 months ago
London

London is facing an epidemic of vehicle thefts that's 'another damning indictment of Khan's record'

Theft from vehicles in London has increased by 31% since 2015.
Lib Dem Mayoral Candidate Rob Blackie criticizes Sadiq Khan's record as Mayor and prioritizes focusing police efforts on tackling serious crimes. [ more ]
morelondon
#youth-violence
New York Post
2 weeks ago
New York City

Albany must address the deadly surge in youth violence

The increase in youth violence in New York City is attributed to the failure of Albany's soft-on-crime approach. [ more ]
Boston.com
2 weeks ago
New York City

Worcester officials announce plan to curb youth violence, start summer crime initiative weeks early

City officials in Worcester are taking action to address youth violence by implementing programs and partnerships with local organizations to reduce violent behavior in the community. [ more ]
moreyouth-violence
#safety-measures
www.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London

Poison' vapes alert as police mount drink spiking initiative at clubs in London's West End

Be cautious of accepting vape pens from strangers as they may be poisoned with dangerous substances like synthetic drugs. [ more ]
Time Out London
1 month ago
London

This London borough has the most phone thefts

Phone theft in London is a growing issue, with specific boroughs like Greenwich experiencing a significant increase in incidents. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Thirty arrested in police crackdown on knifepoint robbers targeting children in Croydon

Sarah Jones MP raised concerns about the lack of police presence at transport hubs.
A police crackdown in south London led to a 72% drop in violent muggings targeting school children. [ more ]
moresafety-measures
time.com
3 weeks ago
Cars

Guns Are Stolen From Cars at Triple the Rate They Were 10 Years Ago, Report Finds

The rate of guns stolen from cars tripled in the last decade, making them the largest source of stolen guns in the U.S. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London

Multiple women injured by 'swinging handbag attack' in south east London station

Image released of woman who may help in investigation after assault in Southwark tube station. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London

MOST WANTED in London by Crimestoppers including 'cheese thief' and 'axe man'

Crimestoppers charity compiles wanted criminals' information from police forces for public awareness and reporting anonymously. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
JavaScript

Stolen moped and 10,000 of class A drugs seized in Lewisham

Forest Hill Safer Neighbourhood Team seized a stolen moped and 10,000 worth of class A drugs in Lewisham. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Just one in ten voyeurism and indecent exposure reports in London resulted in charge, Met Police admit

Low charge rate for indecent exposure or voyeurism crimes needs improvement for better prevention of serious offenses. [ more ]
BBC News
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Coventry knife crime taskforce makes 25 arrests

Educating youth is crucial in combatting crime, emphasizing prevention over arrests. [ more ]
time.com
1 month ago
Law

Supreme Court Will Take Up the Legal Fight Over Ghost Guns, Firearms Without Serial Numbers

The Supreme Court will review a Biden administration appeal on regulating ghost guns, focusing on parts tracking and background checks to combat their increasing presence in crimes. [ more ]
#police-investigation
BKReader
1 month ago
Boston

Authorities Seek Suspect Linked to Spate of Citywide Robberies

Police seek help in identifying a man wanted for multiple robberies in New York City. [ more ]
www.guardian-series.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Man still wanted seven months after girl, 12, sexually assaulted

Police seek man in connection with sexual assault on 12-year-old girl on a bus in Walthamstow. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Man wanted in connection with 57 burglaries in south-west London

Residents noticed stolen bikes being sold online
Police charged suspects and seek public assistance to locate an outstanding suspect. [ more ]
www.amny.com
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn bar stabbing leaves man dead, suspect at large: cops | amNewYork

Brooklyn detectives seek suspect in fatal stabbing at Catch 22 bar in Bay Ridge.
The 68th Precinct has been reported as one of the safest in the city with no homicides year-to-date through March 31. [ more ]
www.amny.com
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Cops looking for perp who mowdowned Brooklyn man in January

Murder rate in the area has increased by 150 percent compared to last year.
Police are searching for a suspect in connection with a fatal shooting in Brooklyn. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 months ago
SF LGBT

Man who 'preyed' on gay men and robbed them jailed for over a decade

Zahri targeted gay men for robbery
Police encourage other potential victims to come forward [ more ]
morepolice-investigation
www.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Romford man stole 645 worth of food and drink from BP garage

Business theft is not a victimless crime, and swift action can lead to immediate consequences for offenders. [ more ]
#nypd
www.amny.com
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Armed fare evaders busted in Brooklyn, Harlem for bringing guns into subways: NYPD | amNewYork

NYPD is actively enforcing fare evasion to improve subway safety.
Incidents show the correlation between fare evasion and possession of illegal weapons in the subway system. [ more ]
QNS.com
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Man sought for allegedly stalking J train rider as she rode to work last month: NYPD - QNS.com

A woman was stalked by a stranger on the J train in Queens.
The NYPD released surveillance video of the suspect following the victim. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul defends going to slain NYPD Detective Jonathan Diller's wake after being told 'his blood is on your hands'

Gov. Hochul faced backlash for attending slain NYPD detective's wake
Hochul stands by her decision despite family outrage [ more ]
www.amny.com
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Suspect wanted in connection with robbery on Manhattan subway last week: cops

Police released footage of man wanted in subway robbery
Suspect at large in Lower Manhattan subway robbery [ more ]
BKReader
2 months ago
Brooklyn

NYPD to Deploy 800 More Cops to Subway to Stop Fare Jumpers, Crime

NYPD deploying 800 officers in subway system to combat fare evasion and crime
Operation Fare Play will last five days but may continue as needed [ more ]
Cbsnews
2 months ago
New York City

Man who was shot with his own gun on New York City subway will face charges

The man shot in the Brooklyn subway incident will face charges, while the shooter won't be charged due to evidence of self-defense.
Eight people have been injured in shootings in NYC transit system this year, compared to just one person last year. [ more ]
morenypd
#california-highway-patrol
eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago
California

Arrests, car recoveries and gun seizures rise in Oakland after state law-enforcement surge

Law enforcement surge in Oakland led to 181 arrests, 30 guns seized, and 414 stolen vehicles recovered.
California Highway Patrol focus on auto theft, cargo theft, retail crime, violent crime, and traffic enforcement. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Dozens more arrests announced as part of an East Bay California Highway Patrol sting operations

Dozens arrested in CHP sting operations in Oakland and the East Bay.
168 arrests made in total with 360 stolen vehicles recovered. [ more ]
morecalifornia-highway-patrol
#assault
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Assaulting shopworker to be made separate criminal offence after government U-turn

Introduction of a new criminal offence for assaulting shopworkers announced by the UK government.
Max sentence for the new offence: 6 months' imprisonment or an unlimited fine, with potential electronic tagging for repeat offenders. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
New York City

Brave NYC victim fights off sicko who faked injury in ruse to force her into sex act: cops

A woman fought off attacker in her apartment
Criminal caught after attempting assault [ more ]
moreassault
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Counter terror tactics help snare 24 of London's worst predators against women

New counter-terror tactics help catch predators in crimes against women in London.
Data-driven pilot project leads to significant arrests and convictions of suspects. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Three charged with shooting man dead in London

Two men and a teenage boy charged with murder of 21-year-old Janayo Lucima in West Kensington.
Police seeking public's help in ongoing investigation, urging anyone with information to come forward. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Gang jailed for 52 years after knives and loaded gun found in Deptford minicab stopped by armed police

Four men jailed for 52 years after loaded firearm and large knives seized by police in London.
Police operation codenamed Operation Chanco led to the successful arrests of the gang members. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
New York City

Arrests Expose Rift Between N.Y.P.D. and Violence Interrupters'

The tension between police and violence interrupters in NYC threatens Mayor Eric Adams's gun violence reduction approach.
Despite differences, both sides aim to curb crime, with the police having arrest powers and interrupters relying on street credibility. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
London politics

Rob Blackie pledges his 'top priority' is to 'fix the Met'

Rob Blackie focuses on making London's streets safer by prioritizing police funding and frontline officers.
Blackie criticizes Sadiq Khan's performance on crime, vows to end cronyism, and enhance police efficiency and focus. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
New York City

Moment NYC man fed up with porch pirates lures thief with fake parcels to catch him in the act

Carlos Mejia used decoy packages to catch porch pirates.
The suspected porch pirate was caught in the act and arrested by the police. [ more ]
#new-york-city
NBC New York
2 months ago
New York City

Terrifying video shows man chase woman on NYC street after following her on subway

Surveillance footage captures a man in New York City chasing a woman after following her from the subway.
NYC has implemented security initiatives like a gun detector program and increased police presence to enhance subway safety. [ more ]
ABC News
2 months ago
New York City

Woman loses both feet after boyfriend pushes her onto subway tracks: Police sources

Woman lost both feet after being pushed onto subway tracks by boyfriend
Deployment of more law enforcement units in the New York City subway system [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
New York City

NYC cab driver slashed in neck by unruly female passenger who stiffed him on fare: cops

Taxi driver slashed in the neck by a passenger who refused to pay
Police searching for suspect with distinctive yellow handbag [ more ]
morenew-york-city
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Labour MP gives out bank details after scammer pretended she missed parcel

Fraud is prevalent, affecting millions in the UK. Even public figures like MPs can fall victim to scams. [ more ]
#nyc-subway
New York Post
2 months ago
New York City

Cuomo slams Hochul's deployment of National Guard in NYC subways: 'You need police'

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo criticizes Gov. Hochul's deployment of National Guard in NYC subway, advocates for more police presence.
Cuomo argues that the National Guard checking bags in subway stations is not a sustainable solution to combat crime. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
New York City

NY sending Guardsmen into the subways to curb violence

National Guard deployed to NYC subway for bag searches
Governor's efforts to address subway crime [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
New York City

National Guard and State Police Will Patrol the Subways and Check Bags

Gov. Hochul deploying National Guard & State Police to patrol NYC subway
Deploying additional law enforcement to address subway safety concerns [ more ]
morenyc-subway
Secret NYC
2 months ago
NYC politics

Subway Riders May Soon Be Subject To Mandatory Bag Checks

Implementation of mandatory bag checks on subways
Restriction on convicted violent offenders from riding subways [ more ]
#deportation
New York Post
3 months ago
NYC politics

Laken Riley might still be alive if it wasn't for NYC's sanctuary city laws under ex-Mayor Bill de Blasio, lefty City Council members: critics

Sanctuary city policies blamed for preventing deportation of alleged killer
Critics hold de Blasio and City Council accountable for sanctuary policies [ more ]
Fox News
3 months ago
NYC politics

Laken Riley's murder the 'direct result' of immigration laws passed by NYC Democrats: councilman

Recent New York City laws limiting NYPD-ICE cooperation blamed for fatal incident involving illegal immigrant.
ICE unable to issue detainer resulted in release of suspect before deportation proceedings. [ more ]
ABC News
3 months ago
NYC politics

NYC Mayor Eric Adams calls for modifying sanctuary city status

Mayor Eric Adams supports modifying sanctuary city laws to allow deportation of migrants who commit serious crimes.
Existing laws restrict cooperation with federal ICE agents for foreign nationals charged but not convicted of a crime. [ more ]
moredeportation
www.berkeleyside.org
3 months ago
Cars

Berkeley police investigate 2 car break-in sprees in span of a week

Auto burglaries were reported in West Berkeley and at North Berkeley BART station parking lot.
Berkeley police advised safety tips to prevent car break-ins, including parking in well-lit areas and taking valuables with you. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London politics

Mentors now support 70,000 young Londoners in 34 million City Hall scheme hailed by Sadiq Khan

City Hall scheme supporting 700,000 young Londoners through mentoring.
Program aimed at providing positive opportunities to tackle crime causes and support youth in various challenging circumstances. [ more ]
www.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Shopping centre stabbing: Demand for more police in Romford 'to keep town safe'

Andrew Rosindell demands more police resources in Romford after shopping center stabbing.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan emphasizes tough stance on crime but doesn't comment specifically on additional police for Romford. [ more ]
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