A tragedy was narrowly avoided early Sunday morning in Flatbush, thanks to the quick response of Flatbush Shomrim volunteers who stopped a wrong-way driver barreling down Ocean Parkway—just three blocks from the site of a horrific crash that killed a mother and her two children less than 24 hours ago. At around 6:00 a.m., Shomrim received a frantic call about a vehicle driving against traffic near Ocean Parkway and Avenue N. Volunteers rushed to the scene within seconds and successfully intervened, preventing the driver from colliding with other vehicles or striking pedestrians. The driver, who was found to be four times over the legal alcohol limit, was arrested at the scene by the NYPD. THIS STORY WAS FIRST PUBLISHED ON THE FLATBUSH SCOOP STATUS CLICK HERE SIGN UP TO THE FLATBUSH SCOOP WHATSAPP STATUS TO BE INFORMED OF FLATBUSH NEWS IN LIVE TIME (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

In a well-coordinated operation, the NYPD and Boro Park Shomrim successfully took down a counterfeit money ring that had been targeting businesses in Boro Park and Flatbush. The operation culminated in the arrest of four individuals with extensive criminal records on Friday. The bust followed multiple reports from local business owners on 18th Avenue in Boro Park, who noticed fake bills being used in transactions. Shomrim volunteers quickly launched an investigation, determined to track down those responsible. The suspects, who had been methodically visiting stores to pass off counterfeit cash, were soon under scrutiny. Shomrim’s IT team meticulously analyzed hours of surveillance footage, piecing together key details that ultimately led to the identification of the suspects. Their dedication set the stage for the takedown. On Friday, a Shomrim volunteer spotted one of the suspects and discreetly tailed him while alerting other members for reinforcement. As additional volunteers joined in, they maintained close surveillance and coordinated with the NYPD. Unaware they were being tracked, the suspect entered a vehicle and continued his fraudulent spree. The NYPD, working in tandem with Shomrim, monitored the suspects as they moved from store to store along Kings Highway in Flatbush, attempting to use fake bills. Officers strategically planned their move, ensuring they had sufficient evidence before making the arrests. The sting operation reached its climax when the suspects stopped at yet another store. Two individuals remained inside shopping, while the other two attempted to use counterfeit cash. Seizing the moment, NYPD officers moved in and swiftly arrested all four suspects at Kings Highway and East 14th Street in Flatbush. Upon searching them, police discovered a significant stash of counterfeit money. The NYPD is continuing its investigation to determine the full extent of the counterfeit operation and ensure that those responsible face justice. THIS STORY WAS FIRST PUBLISHED ON THE BORO PARK SCOOP STATUS CLICK HERE SIGN UP TO THE BORO PARK SCOOP WHATSAPP STATUS TO BE INFORMED OF BORO PARK NEWS IN LIVE TIME (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

A package thief has been arrested thanks to the swift response of Flatbush Shomrim. As Flatbush Scoop reported, a homeowner in the vicinity of Avenue S and East 8th Street witnessed his package being stolen in real-time via his Ring camera and immediately alerted Shomrim. Shomrim volunteers quickly mobilized and tracked down the suspect, who was driving a van loaded with stolen packages. The NYPD later discovered that the thief had been tailing Amazon and UPS trucks, snatching deliveries moments after they were dropped off. Upon apprehension at Ocean Avenue and Avenue T, police also found a significant quantity of Fentanyl and crack cocaine in his possession. Further investigation revealed that the vehicle itself had been stolen, and the license plates had been taken from another car. The suspect is now in police custody, facing multiple charges related to theft, drug possession, and vehicle-related offenses. Flatbush Shomrim urges residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity to prevent such crimes from occurring in the community. THIS STORY WAS FIRST PUBLISHED ON THE FLATBUSH SCOOP STATUS CLICK HERE SIGN UP TO THE FLATBUSH SCOOP WHATSAPP STATUS TO BE INFORMED OF FLATBUSH NEWS IN LIVE TIME   (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

After months of terrorizing the Boro Park community by stealing hundreds of license plates from parked cars, a suspect was finally caught in the act and arrested on Sunday. The thief had been roaming the neighborhood for months, systematically unscrewing back plates from vehicles as he walked up and down the streets. His activity escalated over the past weekend, with reports indicating that he stole over 30 plates between Friday afternoon, Friday night, and Shabbos in the area spanning 16th Avenue and the low 40s. In response to the growing concern, Boro Park Shomrim increased their patrols in the affected areas. On Sunday, a community member spotted the suspect in the act and immediately alerted Shomrim volunteers, who were already monitoring the neighborhood. Responding swiftly, they located the perpetrator and kept him under surveillance until NYPD officers arrived. The suspect was arrested on 40th Street between 15th and 16th Avenues, and police recovered three stolen plates in his possession at the time of the arrest. Residents expressed relief following the arrest, as the string of thefts had left many dealing with the hassle of replacing their stolen plates. Authorities are now investigating the full extent of the suspect’s crimes and whether he may be linked to additional thefts in the city. THIS STORY WAS FIRST PUBLISHED ON THE BORO PARK SCOOP STATUS CLICK HERE SIGN UP TO THE BORO PARK SCOOP WHATSAPP STATUS TO BE INFORMED OF BORO PARK NEWS IN LIVE TIME (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)