Watch: Child Targeted in Scooter Assault, Package Thief Strikes Again
In Crown Heights, a man riding an electric scooter violently knocked over a young child before fleeing the scene, while just days later in East Flatbush, a thief was caught on camera stealing packages late at night. Both incidents, captured in clear video footage, have raised serious safety concerns among local residents • Read More, Watch
Package Theft – East Flatbush
On Motzei Shabbos, June 28th, at approximately 11:30 PM, a brazen theft occurred near Lenox Road and Brooklyn Avenue. Surveillance video shows a suspect calmly approaching a home, removing a package left by the door, and fleeing the scene on foot.
Residents are urged to secure their deliveries and consider using lockboxes or scheduled drop-offs to deter similar crimes. Anyone who recognizes the individual or has information is asked to come forward.
Child Endangerment – Crown Heights
In a separate incident that took place on June 19th, a young Jewish family was targeted in Crown Heights while walking with their children. Security footage shows a Black male riding an electric scooter alongside an accomplice on what appears to be a skateboard. As they passed the family, the suspect deliberately knocked over one of the children, who was riding a small scooter. The perpetrators then fled without stopping to help or take responsibility.
These incidents highlight the critical importance of situational awareness and supervision, especially when children are outdoors.
If you have information related to either incident, or if you experience suspicious behavior, contact Shmira immediately at 718-221-0303.
Working together as a community is the most effective way to prevent and respond to such incidents.
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