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Shomrim London In Past 24 Hours Say Multiple Victims Have Phones Stolen By Suspects On Bikes

September 12, 2021 8:30 pm 1 Comment

In the last 24 hours Shomrim NW London have received multiple reports of criminals who have used bikes and mopeds to snatch mobile phones from people across Golders Green NW11 and Hendon NW4. Shomrim NW London are working closely with local Police to gather CCTV footage to ascertain the identity of the suspects. Often victims are approached from behind while talking or texting on phones. Criminals on mopeds or bicycles may mount the pavement to grab the phone or snatch it from the road. Sometimes when it’s a moped, a pillion passenger will snatch it. Criminals are known to operate during the day. Follow these simple steps to help protect your phone. – Be aware of your surroundings. – If you need to call or use your phone on the street, look out for anyone on a bike or a moped near you. – Look up, look out – Make it quick so you don’t become distracted. – Don’t text while you’re walking – you won’t notice what’s going on around you. – If that’s not possible, stand away from the roadside, close to a building or wall, so no one can come up behind you. – Going hands-free can prevent a thief from snatching your phone out of your hand. – Use the keypad lock / finger print or facial recognition so that thieves cannot immediately access your phone. – Your phone may have other security features you can use – these could allow you to wipe data, lock your handset, or prevent a thief from restoring a phone to its factory settings from another internet device. – Consider installing an anti-theft app. These can be an effective way of helping police trace your phone and identify the thief. – Every phone has a unique IMEI number which helps police and insurance companies to identify it if it’s stolen and stop a stolen phone from working. – Find your IMEI number by dialing *#06# from your phone and keep a written note of it. If you have been a victim please report to the Police on 999 and Shomrim NW London on 03009991234. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

Flatbush Shomrim And NYPD Apprehend Multiple Suspects In Past Few Days: Armed Robbery, Burglary, Theft And More

September 12, 2021 2:55 pm 3 Comments

Thanks to a swift response by Flatbush Shomrim, numerous suspects were arrested in the Flatbush community over the past few days. The most recent incident was a burglar arrested on Sunday afternoon. It happened on East 29th Street near Avenue S, when a local resident witnessed a suspicious man enter his neighbors home. He watched him exit a moment later with a new pair of sneakers, and the homeowners cell phone. The witnesses quickly called the NYPD and Flatbush Shomrim. Fast responding Shomrim volunteers kept an eye on the suspect as he ran through multiple backyards. He was eventually apprehended by Police on East 22nd Street between Avenue R and Avenue S. The homeowner was grateful to Shomrim and the NYPD for making the arrest, and was happy to have her property returned. Meanwhile, just before Shabbos began, Shomrim apprehended a male suspect stealing packages on East 34th Street and Avenue K. Since Shabbos was over, Flatbush Shomrim responded to at least three additional incidents involving package thefts, a DWI driver who smashed into numerous vehicles and fled the scene, as well as hit and run driver on Sunday morning. On Thursday night, Flatbush Shomrim responded to a call for a victim who was robbed at knifepoint on Kings Highway and East 17th Street. Shomrim followed the two suspects from a safe distance until Police made the arrests. The knife was recovered, as well as the victims cell-phone and wallet. As YWN published earlier, Flatbush Shomrim has arranged to have retired NYPD officers patrolling the community throughout Yom Kippur and Sukkos in the marked Shomrim vehicles. If you would like to assist Shomrim in covering the costs of these patrols, please click here to donate. If you see anything suspicious, please call the NYPD and then the Flatbush Shomrim 24 hour emergency hotline at 718-338-9797. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

MI K’AMCHA YISROEL: Hatzolah, Shomrim, Chaverim Answer Staggering 5,000 Calls In Under 5 Hours [SEE THE NUMBERS]

September 2, 2021 5:30 pm 4 Comments

As Ida struck the Tri-State area last night, thousands of people instinctively reached out to major Chesed organizations Hatzolah, Shomrim and Chaverim for assistance in various types of emergencies. These organization have proven themselves once again to be the backbone of the Tri-State area Orthodox Jewish communities. Dozens upon dozens of elderly victims were rescued by volunteers from the above three organizations from flooded basements and taken to safety. Chaverim and Shomrim helped hundreds of residents pump water out of their basements. They responded to hundreds of calls for standard motorists, who were frightened and crying as they abandoned their vehicles in strange areas with no one to help them. Our communities owe a debt of Hakoras Hatov not only to the hundreds of volunteers who responded to these emergencies in the deadly weather – risking their own lives at many times to save others, but the dispatchers who fielded these thousands of phone calls. Working under intense pressure and trying to keep people calm, these dispatchers triaged and dispatched the high-priority calls first. The following numbers were put together by YWN after speaking to many organizations: Central Hatzolah (covering the entire NYC) received over 350 emergency medical calls in just a few hours. Shomrim in NYC (separate hotlines for Williamsburg, Boro Park, Flatbush, Crown Heights, Far Rockaway) had around 2,000 calls. Chaverim of NYC (and Catskills) had 1,300 calls. Rockland Chaverim answered nearly 1,100 calls for help. In Kiryas Joel, Chaverim responded to around 350 calls. Lakewood had around 150 calls. That is a whopping 5,200 calls in just a few hours! In Williamsburg, the sheer number of call volume was so overwhelming, that Chaveirim of Lakewood dispatched a crew of ten volunteers to travel to Williamsburg with heavy equipment to assist local residents. The Lakewood volunteers were in Williamsburg until 5:00AM. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

WATCH: New NYPD Chief In Brooklyn South Praises Shomrim

September 1, 2021 4:33 pm No Comments

NYPD Brooklyn South Assistant Chief Michael Kemper at a “High Holy Days” meeting in Flatbush praising the work of Shomrim. The meeting was arranged by the FJCC. Chief Kemper was recently assigned to Brooklyn South, which covers Flatbush, Boro Park, Crown Heights and other areas. Kemper is no stranger to the Jewish community, as he has previously served (for four years) as the Commanding Officer of the NYPD’s 90th Precinct in Williamsburg. An in-depth article about today’s meeting will appear later.

HAKORAS HATOV: Shomrim, Hatzolah, Misaskim, Achiezer And Family of Yosef Shapiro Thank NYPD For Help In Massive Search [VIDEOS & PHOTOS]

August 17, 2021 5:54 pm 2 Comments

It’s been nearly one week since Yosef Shapiro was found after a massive search in a Canarsie Park, but a debt of gratitude was given to the members of the NYPD. In a private ceremony arranged by the Achiezer Organization, the parents of Yosef Shapiro, presented the NYPD with a plaque which was signed by Achiezer, Hatzolah, Misaskim, and Shomrim. The group of Hatzolah volunteers who were the fortunate ones to actually find Yosef were present at the event, as well as leaders of all the major Jewish community organizations. Many Jewish organizations and community Askonim worked together in last weeks search, most notable, Flatbush Shomrim, who was first to responded with a group of volunteers, and who immediately notified the NYPD. Shomrim responded in force from Boro Park, Williamsburg, Crown Heights, Far Rockaway, and Staten Island. Dozens of volunteers from Flatbush, Canarsie and Boro Park Hatzolah responded as well as many volunteers from Chaveirim, Misaskim and Achiezer. The plaque was presented to NYPD Chief Michael M. Kemper CO, PBBS, and NYPD Chief Ruel Stephenson XO, PBBS. Brief remarks were delivered on behalf of the community by Hatzolah CEO Rabbi Yehiel Kalish, Rabbi Jack Meyer of Misaskim, Bob Moskovitz Coordinator Flatbush Shomrim and Achiezer President Boruch Ber Bender. Among the many people who were instrumental in the massive search were: NYPD Deputy Inspector Richie Taylor, CO, Community Affairs. Deputy Inspector Kevin Harrington. Capt. Elissa Carlies, XO, 69 Pct. Lt. Ira Jablonsky PBBS Community Affairs. Sergeant Kevin Royall, PBBS Community Affairs; Pinny Ringel of the NYC Mayors Office, Jack Meyer of Misaskim, Tzvi Weil and Yehuda Eckstein of Flatbush Shomrim, Moshe Wulliger of Flatbush Hatzolah, Boruch Ber Bender of Achiezer, Shalom Jaroslawicz-Achiezer Crisis Response Coordinator, Nachi Rosenberg of Boro Park Shomrim, Yanky Itzkowitz of Williamsburg Shomrim, Micha Lader of Far Rockaway Shomrim and the more than 500 volunteers from the above organizations as well as community members who responded and assisted in finding Yosef.

WILLIAMSBURG: Jewish Man Robbed At Gunpoint; NYPD And Shomrim Investigating [VIDEO & PHOTOS]

August 12, 2021 5:18 pm 5 Comments

A Jewish man was the victim of a gunpoint robbery in the heart of Williamsburg’s Hasidic Community, early Thursday morning. Sources tell YWN that the victim was in front of his home on Rodney Street near Lee Avenue at around 2:00AM, when a vehicle stopped, and a man exited. The mans face was covered with a sweater, approached the victim, displayed a handgun and demanded his cellphone and wallet. The victim complied, and the suspect walked back to his vehicle and fled the area. The victim immediately called 911 and Willimsburg Shomrim, and dozens of units canvassed the area. Unfortunately, Police and Shomrim were unable to locate the suspect or the vehicle used. The vehicle used was a black Honda Pilot, and Shomrim have provided NYPD Detectives with security camera footage from the area. If you have any information that can assist in this investigation, please call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) and Williamsburg Shomrim’s 24 hour emergency hotline at 718-237-0202. All calls are strictly confidential. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

BROOKLYN: Massive Search Underway For Missing Child; Hundreds Of Volunteers From Shomrim, Hatzolah, Chaveirim Searching

August 11, 2021 8:55 pm 6 Comments

A massive search is underway in Canarsiel, Brooklyn, Wednesday evening, after a 6 year old child went missing. Hundreds of volunteers from Hatzolah, Shomrim and Chaveirim are searching for 6 year old Yosef Shapiro. Yosef was on a day camp trip at a park in Canarsie at Seaview Ave and East 80 Street. The boys left the park on buses at around 3:00PM back to their camp, but Yosef somehow went missing – and may have never gotten on the bus. A massive NYPD response is combing the area by air, land, and sea. Sources tell YWN that Mayor DeBlasio is aware of the situation, and has requested as many resources as possible. Yosef was wearing a blue and striped shirt and dark pants. Please say Tehillim for Yosef ben Basya. Shomrim has volunteers from Flatbush, Boro Park, Williamsburg, Crown Heights, Staten Island, Far Rockaway. Hatzolah has volunteers from Canarsie, Flatbush and Boro Park. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

SHOCK VIDEO: Jewish Man Assaulted By Violent Thug In Boro Park; NYPD And Shomrim Investigating

August 11, 2021 2:53 pm 6 Comments

An elderly Jewish man was viciously assaulted in broad daylight by a violent thug complaining over parking spot. It happened just before 12:00PM, when the NYPD and Boro Park Shomrim were both called to reports of a Jewish man assaulted on 12th Avenue and 39th Street. A law-enforcement source tells YWN that the victim, who is a plumber, was doing some work in a local home, and his van was accidently sticking into someone’s driveway. The suspect approached the victim and began screaming about him blocking the driveway. Without warning, the suspect suddenly slapped the elderly man in the face sending him flying to the floor. The suspect got into a vehicle and drove away toward Fort Hamilton parkway. NYPD and Shomrim responded immediately, and it appears investigators know where the suspect resides and may have his identity at this point. The victim was treated by FDNY EMS for a bruised eye and bloody lips. The shocking video below had the audio removed, as it was filled with foul language. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

Man With Gun Arrested Thanks To Williamsburg Shomrim [VIDEO]

July 28, 2021 5:26 pm 2 Comments

Thanks to volunteers from Williamsburg Shomrim, a man with a gun was arrested and the gun taken off the street. Sources tell YWN that Williamsburg Shomrim witnessed a male and female stealing packages from homes on Wednesday afternoon. Shomrim immediately contacted the NYPD, and when police attempted to stop the suspects, they threw a gun they had in their pants into the street and fled on foot. Police apprehended both suspects and took them both into custody. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

Flatbush Assault Victim Speaks To Media; Hate Crimes Continues Investigation; Flatbush Shomrim Offers Reward [VIDEOS]

July 19, 2021 1:00 pm 3 Comments

As the NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force continues their investigation into Fridays sickening assault on a Jewish Flatbush man walking to Shul, NY Governor Cuomo says that the New York State Hate Crimes Task Force is joining the investigation. Video footage tweeted by Flatbush Shomrim shows the 41-year-old Orthodox Jewish man walking to Shul when two men approached him from behind and repeatedly punched him in the face with a closed fist, shortly after 5:45 a.m. Friday. The man was not taken to a hospital and refused medical attention at the scene. Police said the suspects took the man’s Tefillin bag and ran. Thankfully, Shomrim recovered the mans Tefillin a few blocks away. The victim, Levi Zupnik, says that he never saw his attackers, and no words were exchanged before the assault took place. He quickly ran to a nearby home and rang the bell while simultaneously calling Flatbush Shromim, who in turn called 911. Both Shomrim and the NYPD arrived on the scene in minutes, but both attackers had fled the area. The NYPD and Flatbush Shomrim have both increased their patrols in the neighborhood, and Shomrim offered $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. This pair viciously assaulted and robbed a local resident on his way to Shul this morning. His Tefillin were ultimately recovered by our volunteers.#Shomrim is offering a $1k reward for info leading to arrests – call @NYPD63Pct 911 and our hotline 718-338-9797 with any info. pic.twitter.com/i800Fvyjts — Flatbush Shomrim Safety Patrol (@FlatbushShomrim) July 16, 2021 “To the Jewish Community of New York, I know this is exhausting,” Cuomo said in the tweet. “No one should have to worry about being attacked for their religious beliefs, ever. We stand with you and we will not stop fighting until the plague that is hate has been eradicated. Love will win here.” Yet another sickening anti-Semitic attack, this time in Flatbush. It's outrageous. To our Jewish community—I know this is exhausting. No one should have to worry about being attacked for their religious beliefs, ever. We will continue to fight against hate in all its forms. pic.twitter.com/TdnYhMzPAT — Archive: Governor Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) July 17, 2021 FACE OF EVIL: After hours of following their steps via camera footage, our volunteers obtained video of the faces of the pair – wanted for this morning’s vicious assault/robbery on New York Ave. If you recognize them, contact @NYPD63Pct & #Shomrim 718-338-9797. @NYPDHateCrimes https://t.co/iSh5oegt1P pic.twitter.com/5HSuZgUrq4 — Flatbush Shomrim Safety Patrol (@FlatbushShomrim) July 16, 2021 The HCTF is investigating a Robbery, that occurred at approx. 5:45 AM this morning, of a male walking to Synagogue, in the vicinity of 1910 New York Ave in Brooklyn @NYPD63Pct. Anyone with information is asked to DM @NYPDTips or☎️1-800-577-TIPS. pic.twitter.com/eDcz6BkRsE — NYPD Hate Crimes (@NYPDHateCrimes) July 16, 2021 (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

Residents of Modi’in Illit Launch “Shomrim” In Order To Combat Break-Ins By Palestinian Thieves

June 16, 2021 11:00 pm No Comments

Over the past few weeks, there has been a wave of crime in the Chareidi city of Modi’in Illit and it is suspected of being perpetrated by Arab thieves coming from nearby Palestinian villages. The suspects have been tearing holes in the town’s security fence and entering the city in order to steal from private homes. Thus far, there has been no real response from the IDF or the police. On Tuesday morning, local residents gathered together in order to protect their homes and succeeded in apprehending a number of infiltrators. The first infiltrator was spotted at around 3:00AM, having entered via a hole in the security fence. A second Arab was located several hours later. They were both handed over to the police, who placed them under arrest. As a result of the break-ins, many residents instituted a local patrol which they are calling Ha’Shomrim, a volunteer patrol force comprised of young men who are all residents of the city itself. One of the new group’s volunteers told reporters: “We’re happy that Ha’Shomrim now exists, and we’re determined to do our job properly.” However, he stressed that “although up until now, those Arabs who have broken into the city undoubtedly came to steal from the residents, they could equally have been terrorists planning attacks. In fact, several have been armed with tear gas canisters, and there have also been reports of infiltrators armed with knives, though that hasn’t been confirmed. The response of residents here has been incredibly supportive. After several months of break-ins, about eight or nine such incidents, we realized that we would have to take matters into our own hands, as there had been no IDF or police response to people entering the city via holes in the security fence.” He added, “The municipality wasn’t entirely on-board but after a few weeks we straightened things out with them and now they’re doing all they can to support us.” A police statement noted that: “Police forces operating at enhanced strength against attempts to break into the city of Modi’in Illit heard cries from a private yard. A police unit sent to the scene located a Palestinian suspect in the yard and arrested him. “A short while later, another report was received regarding a Palestinian suspect who had been apprehended by a number of local residents. Police forces who arrived at the scene identified the suspect who was wounded and he was arrested and taken to hospital for treatment.” (YWN Israel Desk – Jerusalem)

TODAY: Boro Park Shomrim Bike Registration

June 6, 2021 11:30 am No Comments

Boro Park Shomrim (BSSP) is having their annual bike etching registrations today, Sunday. If a stolen bike is recovered by Shomrim, they will be able to locate its proper owner through the numbers etched in your bike. Last year, many bicycles which had been previously registered were stolen, and police later recovered many of them – and the owners got them back. In contrast, bike owners who don’t register bikes that later get stolen almost never recover their cycles; even if the police later find a bunch of stolen bikes, it’s almost impossible to match a particular bike back up with its owner if there is no registration number, and such recovered bikes are usually auctioned off by the Police Department, along with other unclaimed recovered merchandise. The event will be held from 2:00PM – 6:00PM at 18th Avenue and 56th Street (18th Avenue Park). PLEASE PRE-REGISTER FOR THE EVENT BY VISITING BPSHOMRIM.BIKE

NYPD And Flatbush Shomrim Arrest Hate Crime Suspect Who Was Writing “Free Palestine” All Over Jewish Community

May 24, 2021 11:23 am 16 Comments

Thanks to a fast response by Flatbush Shomrim, a hate crime suspect was taken into custody moments ago. Sources tell YWN that the NYPD and Flatbush Shomrim were on alert looking for a woman who was caught on security cameras writing “Free Palestine” on numerous construction sites in Flatbush. A large contingency of Police and Shomrim were canvassing the area of East 24th Street and Avenue L looking for the suspect, after multiple eye-witnesses called Shomrim on Monday reporting they had seen the women. Shomrim eventually found her on Bedford Avenue between K and L, and thanks to a 30 second response by dozens of NYPD officers who have been flooding the area, she was taken into custody without incident. She was wearing the same exact clothing she was wearing when she allegedly carried out the multiple incidents. The woman appears to be of Hispanic descent. Shomrim thanks the community for being vigilant and reporting the incidents. If you see anything suspicious, please call 911 and the Flatbush Shomrim 24 hour emergency hotline at 718-338-9797. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

NYPD Chief Of Dept Walks Streets of Flatbush; Talks To Concerned Jewish Community Members; Is Joined By Shomrim & Community Leaders

May 23, 2021 7:25 pm 7 Comments

After recent security incidents in NYC in the aftermath of the Gaza war, the Flatbush Shomrim & the FJCC coordinated with the NYPD to deploy officers at strategic locations in the Flatbush community, including at Yeshiva dismissals. Police were visible all over the community, as resources were brought in from other parts of the city. YWN was inundated with reports of police cars at Yeshivas around the area during dismissal, as officers stood by to ensure the safety of the tens of thousands of Yeshiva children. On Sunday afternoon, NYPD Chief of Department Rodney Harrison joined a press conference in Boro Park led by NYC Mayor DeBlasio to denounce the string of hate crimes, which came on the heels of a high-level meeting on Friday with the Mayor and Agudath Israel of America at City Hall. Following that press conference, Chief Harrison personally visited the Jewish communities of Flatbush and Boro Park to hear first-hand concerns of local store owners and residents. The Chief was joined by Deputy Inspector Richie Taylor of Community Affairs, and Pinny Ringel of the Mayor’s Office. The Chief first went to Pizza Time on Avenue J and East 14th Street, where he was greeted by a group of Flatbush Shomrim volunteers who have been patrolling 24 hours a day to assist the NYPD in keeping the community safe. Josh Mehlman Chairman of the FJCC relayed the deep concerns and fears of the Flatbush community to the Chief. After a few slices of kosher pizza, the Chief walked up Avenue J to Coney Island Avenue, where he stopped into the “Table And Tennis” game room to play some ping-pong and shoot some hoops with local Yeshiva boys. He also visited Essen Deli, as well as Eichlers Judaica on Coney Island Avenue, stopping to talk with local residents – some for 15 minutes each. The Chief showed genuine concern about the issues presented to him, and pledged to work harder to bridge gaps between other nationalities and religious groups in the area and to increase the police presence. Additionally, the Chief met with Jack Rothenberg, a Flatbush Hatzolah Coordinator, and flagged down a passing Flatbush Hatzolah Ambulance to thank them for their dedication to saving lives. “Walking the streets of Flatbush and Boro Park today, hearing directly from concerned community members, I understand their fears and I will do everything in my power to help ease the anxiety and bring calmness to the communities, the Chief told YWN. “I have ordered a full deployment of police officers because our responsibility is not only to keep people safe but also to make people feel safe.” The FJCC’s Chairman expressed the community’s deep thanks to NYPD Brooklyn South Borough commanders, Deputy Inspector Richie Taylor, Commanding Officer Community Affairs, Lt. Yitzy Jablon Commander of PBBS Community affairs, the 61, 63, 66 and 70 Police Precinct commanders; Flatbush Shomrim; and in particular NYPD liaison Yehuda Eckstein for spearheading todays effort. Chaskel Bennett FJCC Co- founder added, “all of our community partner organizations have been working together to secure our neighborhoods. We cannot let up. There are very serious security issues we are grappling with and we need our partners at the NYPD to do what they do best in order to keep us safe.” Flatbush Shomrim Executive Coordinator Bob Moskovitz spoke

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Flatbush Shomrim To Patrol Community Over Shavuos Due To Security Situation

May 16, 2021 11:43 am No Comments

As Flatbush Shomrim continues working to keep our community safe, we are proud to announce that our marked official vehicles will be patrolling the neighborhood throughout Yom Tov to ensure the safety and peace of mind of all in the community. Our patrol car will be manned by retired NYPD officers, and working closely with the NYPD. Those who are able to to help Shomrim with the cost of these patrols, can click here to donate, The Flatbush Shomrim 24 hour emergency hotline number is 718-338-9797. The FJCC has recently received many inquiries from concerned Flatbush residents about reports of activity last week on Coney Island Ave., including drag racing, as well as supposed violence with a video circulating WhatsApp about danger in our midst. After reaching out to our NYPD partners, they have reported that after investigating the issue, last night’s activity posed no threat to the community. Police officials monitoring the event assure us that it was the annual celebration of the end of the Ramadan festival and nothing more. Additionally, Mosque leadership has stated they do not condone any disturbances in the neighborhood and will work together with the NYPD to keep the calm and the peaceful co-existence they have always maintained. In light of the situation in Israel and the recent shooting on East 21 St., FJCC and Flatbush Shomrim leaders recently met with the Commander of NYPD Patrol Boro Brooklyn South, Chief Brian Conroy, Chief Ruel Stephenson and Lt. Yitzy Jablonsky. Additionally, this group held a meeting with the commander of the 70 Pct. Inspector David Wall and Deputy Inspector Richard Taylor, Commanding Officer of Community Affairs Outreach, Office of the Chief of Community Affairs. The commanding officers committed to increasing security for the Flatbush community and have assured us of increased police patrols and enhanced police presence going into Shavuos.

Important Notice From Flatbush Shomrim Ahead of Pesach

March 26, 2021 10:52 am 1 Comment

As Flatbush Shomrim continues working to keep our community safe, we are proud to announce that our marked official vehicles will be patrolling the neighborhood on all nights of Yom Tov to ensure the safety and peace of mind of all in the community. Our patrol car will be manned by retired NYPD officers, who will be out most of the night, making sure that everyone gets home safely after the Sedarim. We encourage residence who are away for Pesach to keep an eye on their security cameras from wherever you may be. For those who do not have cameras, we suggest getting the Ring or Blink cameras. They are cheap and work efficiently, and can be accessed from anywhere. We would be remiss if we failed to mention that it’s exactly one year since we were suddenly thrown into the COVID crisis, utilizing our volunteers along with a team of doctors and nurses to deliver hundreds upon hundreds of oxygen concentrators to many sick people in Flatbush. We thank our devoted and dedicated Shomrim volunteers who worked 24 hours a day, straight through the Pesach Sedarim, as they assisted hundreds of sick people with oxygen. The community also stepped up to the plate, as they graciously donated the money to purchase the equipment needed to save lives. Shomrim also thanks our partners in Flatbush Hatzolah, most notably Coordinators Moshe Wulliger and Alan Esses, with whom our COVID Coordinators worked hand in hand, day in and day out, as well as with the highly successful plasma blood drives. The Flatbush Shomrim 24 hour emergency hotline number is 718-338-9797. Our wishes to the community for a safe and relaxing Yom Tov. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

WATCH IT: Boro Park Shomrim Apprehend Suspect Who Steals Car With Young Teen Inside

March 13, 2021 11:09 pm 14 Comments

A terrifying situation was quickly brought to an end thanks to fast-acting Boro Park Shomrim volunteers. The dramatic incident unfolded just minutes to Shabbos, when a known-car thief jumped into a parked vehicle on 45th Street near 15th Avenue that had its motor running, and sped off. In the backseat, was a 14-year-old boy. The owner of the vehicle called Police and the Shomrim hotline in a panic, reporting what had just taken place, and gave a description of the vehicle and the direction it was heading. Meanwhile, the maniac driver pulled a knife out and threatened the young teen, who managed to jump out of the vehicle a few blocks later. Around 10 minutes later, a Shomrim member noticed the vehicle on 18th Avenue and Dahill Road, and called Police to give them the vehicle location. The vehicle kept driving to Cortelyou Road and East 3rd Street, where he was apprehended. He was taken into custody by Police and charged with at least 7 charges. Thankfully, the terrified passenger was not injured. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

ALERT: Shomrim Searching For Missing Person In Brooklyn

February 28, 2021 2:00 pm 2 Comments

Shomrim volunteers in Boro Park spent the night searching for a missing person in Brooklyn, and are asking the community to keep an eye out of they see him. They are looking for Levi Goldstein, aged 33 from Boro Park. He was last seen on Shabbos afternoon at 6:00PM, in front of NYU Hospital Brooklyn (aka Lutheran Hospital), located at 150 55th St. He is 5 foot 6 inches, approximately 180 pounds, has green eyes and black hair. Boro Park Shomrim were joined by volunteers from Flatbush Shomrim, Williamsburg, Crown Heights, Staten Island and Far Rockway. If you have any information that can assist in locating him, please call 911 and the Boro Park Shomrim hotline at 718-871-6666. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

A FIRST: Flatbush Shomrim Called To Deer Running Around Neighborhood [VIDEO & PHOTOS]

September 29, 2020 3:02 pm 5 Comments

In what is likely the first incident of its kind in the area, a deer was seen running around the Flatbush community on Tuesday. Flatbush Shomrim was the first to receive multiple calls from residents in the area of Ocean Parkway and Avenue S reporting a deer jumping from property to property. The NYPD was called, and after chasing it around for more than an hour, Emergency Services Officers managed to shoot it with a tranquillizer. It was unknown where the deer came from, as there are no deer whatsoever in this residential community. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

ARRESTED: Man Tries Setting Williamsburg Building On Fire, Shomrim Facilitate Arrest [VIDEOS & PHOTOS]

September 23, 2020 12:55 am 3 Comments

A man was arrested after starting a fire in Williamsburg late Tuesday night. Sources tell YWN that a man set a large pile of trash on fire next to a building on Kent Avenue & Willoughby Avenue. The fire department responded and thankfully put out the blaze before it could cause serious damage. Thanks to fast-responding Williamsburg Shomrim volunteers, the arsonist was taken into custody by the NYPD a short while later on Grand Avenue and Fulton Street. Charges were pending. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

ALERT – Flatbush Shomrim Searching For Missing Person

September 8, 2020 11:00 am 1 Comment

Flatbush Shomrim has been searching a search for a missing special needs person, and are asking if anyone has any information about him to please contact them immediately. Dozens upon dozens of Shomrim volunteers have been searching streets, buildings, hospitals and the transit system, and have so far come up empty-handed. Missing is a 40-year-old male, named Tzvi Horowitz – who answers to “Tzvi”. He is 4 foot 10 inches, brown eyes, brown / black hair, a mustache, and weighs approximately 120 pounds. He was wearing a purple polo shirt, grey shorts, black shoes. He likes the beach. He was last seen at 7:30AM on 9/07/20, at West 6th Street and Sheepshead bay Road. If you see this person or have any information that can assist in location him, please call 911 and then the Flatbush Shomrim 24 hour hotline at 718-338-9797. Help us find 40 year old Tzvi Horowitz, last seen at 7:30am on West 6th and Sheepshead Bay Road. If you see him, please call 911 and the #Shomrim hotline 718-338-9797. pic.twitter.com/UMFRnGyv7x — Flatbush Shomrim Safety Patrol (@FlatbushShomrim) September 8, 2020 (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

KEEPING THE CHILDREN SAFE: Crown Heights Shomrim Seen In Bullet-Proof Vests As Children Walk To School [PHOTOS]

September 7, 2020 10:59 am 6 Comments

Crown Heights Shomrim volunteers wearing bullet-proof vests flooded the streets on Monday morning to ensure that all children made it to Yeshiva and school safely. Crown Heights coordinator Gadi Hershkop tells YWN that although there are no specific threats against the community, Shomrim will once again be on the streets this afternoon at 4:00PM, to ensure that the children return safely to their homes from Yeshiva. If you see anything suspicious, please call the NYPD (911) and the Crown Heights Shomrim Hotline 24 hours a day at 718-774-3333. PHOTO CREDITS: Itzik Roytman. JOIN THE TENS OF THOUSANDS WHO ALREADY ARE ALERTED OF BREAKING NEWS LIKE THIS IN LIVE TIME: YWN WHATSAPP STATUS UPDATES: CLICK HERE to join the YWN WhatsApp Status. YWN WHATSAPP GROUPS: CLICK HERE to be dded to an official YWN WhatsApp Group. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

VIDEOS & PHOTOS: Boro Park Shomrim Volunteer Stabbed – Three Suspects Arrested

July 30, 2020 9:25 am 2 Comments

Three suspects were arrested after one of them stabbed a Boro Park Shomrim volunteer on Wednesday night. Sources tell YWN that Shomrim had received a hotline call reporting an assault, and while following the suspects, the stabbing occurred. The incident happened at New Utrecht Avenue and 46th Street The Shomrim volunteer was taken to Maimonides Hospital where he was treated for a stab wound to the foot. He is Bichasdei Hashem in stable condition. The knife was recovered at the crime scene, and NYPD Detectives were investigating. NOTE FROM YWN: CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP TO YWN WHATSAPP STATUS TO RECEIVE ALERTS IN LIVE TIME! PHOTOS VIA BP24: (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

Shomrim NW London Receives Their Third Response Vehicle [PHOTOS]

July 17, 2020 10:33 am 1 Comment

The third Shomrim NW London vehicle (S3) has become operational today for community patrols, enhancing the saftey and security in the local community and for search & rescue use. The new vehicle, generously sponsored by Leo Newman Lettings and Management, part of The Berkshire Group, has full dog unit capability and has been fitted out to accommodate two security dogs. The new vehicle includes a high specification CCTV system and is eco friendly allowing the vehicle to run a full shift on battery power alone. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

Boro Park Shomrim Apprehend Man Who Smashed Windows Of Multiple Shuls & Jewish-Owned Businesses

June 23, 2020 12:52 pm 10 Comments

Thanks to the fast response by Boro Park Shomrim, a suspect who smashed the windows of multiple Shuls and Jewish-owned businesses, was taken into custody early this morning. It began when Shomrim received a call on their hotline at around 4:30AM. The caller stated he had just witnessed a man throwing a rock through a storefront at 18th Avenue and 48th Street. Responding Shomrim volunteers canvassed the streets until they found a man on 18th Avenue and East 2nd Street matching the description of the suspect. The caller was brought to the area, and positively identified the suspect. The NYPD was called, and the man was taken into custody on Ocean Parkway and Avenue H. Meanwhile, the Shomrim hotline began ringing from various store-owners – and at least two Shuls in the neighborhood – reporting that their windows had been smashed. Shomrim retrieved security-camera footage from multiple locations, and sure enough, it was the same suspect responsible for all the incidents. He has been charged with vandalism; it does not appear to be hate-related at this point. STAY UPDATED WITH BREAKING UPDATES FROM YWN VIA WHATSAPP – SIGN UP NOW Just click on this link, and you will be placed into a group. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

RESPECT! Shomrim In NYC Responsible For Whopping 66 Arrests In Month of May

June 10, 2020 7:01 pm 1 Comment

Thanks to the outstanding work by dedicated Shomrim volunteers around NYC, 66 perpetrators have been arrested in the month of May. The breakdown is as follows: Williamsburg – 31 Boro Park – 14 Flatbush – 13 Rockaway / Nassau – 5 Crown Heights – 3 Shomrim around NYC respond to dozens of calls each day, and are responsible for countless arrests each month. Shomrim volunteers patrol your neighborhoods 24 hours a day. In light of recent events, please never hesitate to report anything suspicious to 911 and your local Shomrim 24 hours hotline. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

Today! Live Magic Show – Portion of every ticket purchased will go to benefit Shomrim

June 6, 2020 10:35 pm No Comments

Acclaimed magician & mentalist Marc Garfinkel will be back with even more NEVER SEEN BEFORE MAGIC TRICKS online this SUNDAY June 7th @5pm – TODAY! Access to the show is only $10 for an entire family! Children (and adults) will be thoroughly entertained and amazed by this America’s Got Talent performer. A few lucky individuals will even be able to join live and participate in the show! A portion of every ticket purchased will go to benefit Shomrim, and the show will be recorded so you can rewatch it later. Hundreds of people watched Marc’s last live performance. If you have seen Marc before, you know you want to see him performing a whole new array of tricks. If you haven’t, this is your chance! Book your ticket here

Live Magic Show This Sunday – Portion of every ticket purchased will go to benefit Shomrim

June 5, 2020 10:00 am No Comments

Acclaimed magician & mentalist Marc Garfinkel will be back with even more NEVER SEEN BEFORE MAGIC TRICKS online this SUNDAY June 7th @5pm. Access to the show is only $10 for an entire family! Children (and adults) will be thoroughly entertained and amazed by this America’s Got Talent performer. A few lucky individuals will even be able to join live and participate in the show! A portion of every ticket purchased will go to benefit Shomrim, and the show will be recorded so you can rewatch it later. Hundreds of people watched Marc’s last live performance. If you have seen Marc before, you know you want to see him performing a whole new array of tricks. If you haven’t, this is your chance! Book your ticket here

Live Magic Show This Sunday – Portion of every ticket purchased will go to benefit Shomrim

June 4, 2020 10:00 pm No Comments

SALUTING FLATBUSH HATZOLAH HEROES: Flatbush Shomrim, NYPD, FDNY And Emergency Vehicle Convoy Thanks Volunteers

April 29, 2020 7:45 pm No Comments

Hakoras Hatov, gratitude, is one of the fundamentals of being Jewish, and there is no greater organization in our midst that needs our Hakoras Hatov, then the members of Hatzolah in every neighborhood. Hatzolah is there for your communities, with their incredible 2 minute response time, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Unfortunately, there was no greater time since the founding of Hatzolah around 50 years ago, when their services were used, more than during the COVID-19 pandemic. At one point, Hatzolah across NYC was responding to more than 550 calls a day (actual ambulance responses) throughout all the various neighborhoods. During the peak of the crisis, the Hatzolah emergency hotline was fielding over 1,000 calls a day. Flatbush Hatzolah volunteers responded to thousands of those COVID-19 emergencies, and the community recognizes their heroic actions. Flatbush Shomrim decided that the community should show their support, and arranged a massive convoy of emergency vehicles to salute the volunteers at the Flatbush Hatzolah Headquarters located on Ocean Avenue and Avenue N. Thanks to NYPD Deputy Chief Charles Scholl, Lieutenant Ira (Yitzy) Jablon and the commanding officers of all the local Precincts (60, 63, 66, 70), numerous NYPD vehicles participated. Rabbi Jack Meyer of Misaskim arranged for the FDNY to join, and many other private ambulance companies that work with Hatzolah each day (Senior Care, RCA, and Assist) all joined as well. Around 50 Shomrim members along with their Command Center filled the convoy. Due to restrictions of social distancing, the entire event was streamed live on Zoom for all the members of Hatzolah and their families to participate and be thanked, as their hero husbands and fathers were out of their homes and in harms was for many weeks saving lives. The procession began with NYPD Chief Scholl on his loudspeaker saying “on behalf of the Mayor of NYC Bill DeBlasio, the NYPD, the FDNY, and all the residents of Brooklyn, we want to thank Flatbush Hatzolah for the outstanding work you’re doing, on behalf of Flatbush Shomrim and all the Coordinators, we want to thank you and keep up the great work.” Thank you Hatzolah! VIDEOS & PHOTOS BY YITZY ENGEL – AND JOEX DRONE26 . Beautiful and well-deserved outpouring of gratitude to our community's first responders.Thank you! SALUTING FLATBUSH @HATZALAH HEROES: @FlatbushShomrim, NYPD, FDNY, Emergency Vehicle Convoy Thanks Volunteers https://t.co/oOP4SisBhT via @@ywn — Kalman Yeger (@KalmanYeger) April 30, 2020 STAY UPDATED WITH BREAKING UPDATES FROM YWN VIA WHATSAPP – SIGN UP NOW Just click on this link, and you will be placed into a group. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

Flatbush Shomrim Responds to COVID-19, Preventing Hundreds of Hospitalizations With Loaner Oxygen Concentrators

April 18, 2020 10:41 pm No Comments

(By Sandy Eller) With relatively few crimes taking place locally during the current pandemic, Flatbush Shomrim Safety Patrol has temporarily steered its community service efforts in a different direction, providing equipment and services to allow less seriously ill COVID-19 patients to weather the virus at home. It was not lost on Shomrim members that their workload was considerably lighter than usual during the coronavirus outbreak while Hatzolah was being slammed with calls and hospitals were overburdened with patients. Trying to find a way to serve the community, Shomrim conferred with the medical community and realized that most people experiencing coronavirus-related breathing difficulties could avoid hospitalizations if they were properly oxygenated. Hitting the phones, Shomrim was able to get approximately a dozen oxygen concentrators donated, but it was clear that significantly more were needed in order to combat the skyrocketing infection rates. More than 250 additional oxygen concentrators were purchased from various sources, the Jewish community at large responding enthusiastically to a Chesed Fund campaign to finance the machines, each of which comes with a not-insignificant $800 price tag. Protocols were put in place to ensure that the equipment would be used properly and serve its intended purpose. Oxygen concentrators, as well as pulse oximeters to monitor heart rates, were loaned only to those with a prescription, while a group of doctors, physician assistants and nurses were recruited to stay in touch with participants on a daily basis. Frequent home visits were made to monitor patients’ progress, with reports given to their primary care doctors to ensure continuity of care. Shomrim coordinator Tzvi Weill estimated that more than 500 home visits were made by the group’s medical team over Pesach and that approximately 30 patients were able to return home on yom tov because they had oxygen concentrators in place. “We were meeting ambulances at people’s homes and had doctors waiting most of the time at the scene for them,” said Weill. Approximately 30 Shomrim members have been making deliveries to patients’ homes from temporary headquarters at the Pozna Shul on Avenue I and Bedford Avenue. Weill estimated that Shomrim’s 300 oxygen concentrators have kept hundreds out of the hospital and members have been fielding requests for other items as well. “We got one call on yom tov for someone who needed an oxygen concentrator, a pulse oximeter and a wheelchair, and our volunteers ran all over to make sure we were able to get everything they needed,” said Weill. “We also had a 24 year old coming home on Pesach after 10 days in the hospital and we arranged a full Pesach for him. Whatever we are being asked to do we just say ‘yes.’” One member of Shomrim’s medical team is Dr. Shlomo Gensler of Israel who had been visiting New York with his family and was unable to return home for Pesach. Having Dr. Gensler on hand was particularly helpful on the eighth day of Pesach, the final day of yom tov for Americans but a regular day for Israelis. “He worked straight through from 7 AM until midnight, non-stop in full HAZMAT gear, going from patient to patient,” said Weill. “It is a real bracha that he was here.” Among the other volunteers who went above and beyond the call of duty were Avivit Mikhli and Chanie

Boro Park Shomrim: Ready Willing and Able

February 2, 2020 6:00 pm No Comments

It’s a heart stopping moment. A toddler, barely 2 years of age, has gone missing. The family is frantic, and for good reason. A two year old child roaming the city streets is a recipe for disaster. “After the waves of panic made way for hysteria, I picked up the phone and called Shomrim. That was the smartest phone call I’ve ever made. Within minutes, my house was flooded with volunteers and within the hour, my baby was back home safe and sound. I shudder to think of what could have been. “ Without fanfare or commotion, Shomrim saved a child’s life and a mother’s sanity. The calls don’t stop. “Someone is in my basement. He’s carrying a knife.” “My vehicle was stolen.” “My elderly parent is lost.” Shomrim is ready for every call. Shomrim is ready to help every Jew. With close to 100 calls a day, the Shomrim volunteers are busy round the clock protecting the streets and homes of Boro Park. You know Shomrim is there. And that give you peace of mind. Peace of mind that when you need protection, Shomrim will be there. · Lockouts · Search and rescue · Crime prevention · Public notices · Disaster control · Scam control · Locating missing children · Locating missing seniors Providing these services to keep our streets safe comes with a hefty price tag. A price tag in the form of an annual budget of 100k. And for that we need you. Are you ready to help? Are you ready to fund your own protection? · Phones · Radios · Repeaters · Lockout equipment · Footage extraction equipment · Patrol cars · Bike registration · Public notice placement This year alone, Shomrim has removed 174 crime suspects off the streets and returned 319 missing children to the arms of their parents. “For a period of time, we didn’t receive any packages ordered. The companies claimed it was delivered but we never got it. We reached out to Shomrim. Through camera footage from neighboring houses they identified the suspect that was stealing our stuff. The guy was arrested two days later.” They are always ready. Are you? Donate Today. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

Boro Park Scammer Arrested – Thanks To Joint Efforts By NYPD And Shomrim

January 21, 2020 1:27 pm 3 Comments

After a coordinated investigation by the NYPD and Boro Park Shomrim, the suspect who has scammed more than a dozen victims out of thousands of dollars was arrested. The suspect was taken into custody from his home in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. As YWN had reported, the scammer would sit in his double-parked vehicle, and when cars would pass, he would hit your mirror and claim you hit his hand. He would then shake down his innocent victims for $50 or $500 instead of suing you for calling the police. Thanks to a wealth of information provided to Shomrim and the NYPD by more than a dozen victims, Detectives were able to identify the man, and make the arrest on Tuesday morning. YWN notes that these scammers usually continue their scam even after their release from police custody. One similar scammer has scammed hundreds of victims and has been operating in Flatbush for many years. Flatbush Shomrim has watched him in action dozens of times, which resulted in his many arrests, yet he continues to operate in the area. With the new bail reform law, one can expect the new scam artist to be released really soon (if he hasn’t already been freed without bail – along with free Met’s tickets by NYC Mayor DeBlasio). If you were a victim of this scammer, or have any footage of him, please call 911 and then Boro Park Shomirm’s 24 hours emergency hotline at 718-871-6666. Thanks to the outstanding work by our volunteers and great #TeamWork with @NYPDBklynSouth @NYPD66Pct @NYPDDetectives and Councilman @ChaimDeutsch, this scammer who has scammed numerous community members of thousands of #HardEarned dollars has been #Apprehended. pic.twitter.com/UCfnARnXET — 𝐁𝐨𝐫𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐫𝐢𝐦 (@BPShomrim) January 21, 2020 Below are videos and photos of victims falling prey to the scammer. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

ALERT: Boro Park Shomrim Warn Of Scammer Claiming Cars Hit Him, Threatens To Sue If Not Given Cash

January 20, 2020 1:38 pm 5 Comments

A scammer is on the loose in Boro Park, and Shomrim are warning the community to be vigilant and not fall prey. The individual seen in the attached flyer and video sits inside his car and when cars pass by he smacks their mirrors causing a loud noise and frightening the drivers. He then comes out and tells his victims that they struck his hand. Many times he has his hand wrapped in a scarf or towel. He then threatens to call police and go through your insurance (or lawsuits) if you don’t pay him cash. he usually asks for $450 or $500. Boro Park Shomrim tells YWN that there are so far more than a dozen victims that they are aware about. He has been doing this on many streets including 41st, 57th, Fort Hamilton Parkway, 16th Avenue and other areas all around Boro Park. He has so far scammed people out of (combined) thousands of dollars. Sometimes he asks if the drivers were drinking and says he smells alcohol and threatens to tell police that the drivers were drinking and driving. The NYPD and Shomrim are aggressively looking for the man. If you were a victim of this scammer, or you know where he is or have any footage of him, please call 911 and then Boro Park Shomirm’s 24 hours emergency hotline at 718-871-6666. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

Williamsburg: Shomrim Apprehend 4 Suspects Stealing Truck, NYPD Makes Arrest [PHOTOS]

January 13, 2020 6:49 pm 4 Comments

Thanks to Williamsburg Shomrim volunteers, four suspects were taken into custody for stealing a truck. It happened just after 1:00PM at Classon Avenue and Park Avenue, in the heart of WIlliamsburg’s Jewish community. The Shomrim volunteers witnessed the 4 suspects steal a truck from in front of a truck mechanic. They immediately called the NYPD as they followed the truck from a safe distance. The four men were taken into custody by the NYPD after a short foot pursuit at Willoughby Avenue and Classon Avenue.

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