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The 50th Precinct seeks the public’s help in identifying the three people in this photo who are alleged to have been involved in placing a metal object on a woman’s head and putting her on the ground before removing her coat and purse. Call (800) 577-TIPS with information. There is a reward of up to $3,500.

Police are asking the public for help identifying a man who pilfered $600 from a donation box inside the Abrar Masjid at 3016 Bailey Ave. on Tuesday afternoon, March 7. Surveillance cameras … more

By Abigail Neighring | 3/24/23

Mayor Eric Adams today announces “Charge Safe, Ride Safe: New York City’s Electric Micromobility Action Plan” to protect New Yorkers from fires caused by lithium-ion batteries and promote safe electric micromobility usage. Mayor Adams also signs five bills into law to further regulate lithium-ion batteries sold in New York City and strengthen fire safety related to battery fires. City Hall. Monday, March 20, 2023.

Mayor’s plan to combat lithium-ion batteries unveiled

Mayor Eric Adams rolled out March 20 the “Charge Safe, Ride Safe: New York City’s Electric Micromobility Action Plan.” His announcement followed a 5-alarm supermarket fire that injured seven people in Fordham Heights on March 5 that was caused by a lithium-ion battery-powered e-bike. more

STAFF REPORT | 3/24/23

The aftermath of the fire on the top floor of 2834 Heath Ave. on March 8. It was many of recent fires in the northwest Bronx, some of which led to injuries.

Burned out

The aftermath of the fire on the top floor of 2834 Heath Ave. on March 8. It was one of many recent fires in the northwest Bronx, some of which led to injuries. more

3/24/23

Capt. Filastine Srour, seated in her new office at the 50th Precinct’s station house at 3450 Kingsbridge Ave. She grew in the Bronx, and spent the first 10 years of her policing career in the neighboring 52nd Precinct.

New commanding officer at 5-0 looks for creative crime solutions

Capt. Filastine Srour took command of the 50th Precinct in January — a historic event in northwest Bronx. And for Srour, a homecoming of sorts. more

By Abigail Nehring | 3/17/23

The tow truck driver stands next to his pickup after dropping a car he intended to tow at the Key Food parking lot on Johnson Avenue. The owner said he was charged $75 to ‘drop’ the car.

Tow trucks are back patrolling Johnson Ave Key Food parking lot

The Dunkin’ at West 230th Street and Broadway. The Skyview Shopping Center on Riverdale Avenue. Riverdale Crossing at West 238th Street and Broadway. All places people like to pick up lunch, breakfast, doughnuts or kosher food. more

By Gary Larkin | 3/17/23

Charles Amos grew up in Louisiana and spent 28 years in Louisiana State Penitentiary for second-degree murder. At Manhattan College he spoke about his time in prison and how his life improved. He is now a community outreach coordinator. Behind Amos on the monitor is Sammi Robinson, who was the longest serving prisoner in Louisiana having served at Angola for 66 years until his death in 2019.

At Angola, life sentences don’t always mean that it’s the end

Charles Amos, who served 28 years in Louisiana State Penitentiary for second-degree murder before winning his release six months ago, cried recently at Manhattan College in Kelly Commons while watching a multimedia project of people like him. more

By Stacy Driks | 3/17/23

The T-Mobile on Riverdale Ave that was recently burglarized on Wednesday 8, 2023.

Burglars clear out T-Mobile store on Riverdale Ave

T-Mobile reported a burglary at its 5670 Riverdale Ave. location Saturday, Feb. 25. more

By Abigail Nehring | 3/17/23

Incidents of explosions and fires regarding e-bikes, mopeds and other battery-operated cycles that require lithium-ion batteries have risen in 2022. There have been more than 400 investigations of lithium-ion battery related cases since 2019. A recent fire led to multiple bill proposals and legislations push for safety standards.

Electeds push legislation after battery causes Bronx fire

A roaring, billowing fire on March 5 in Fordham Heights tore through a supermarket and caused significant damage to its neighbors. The cause? A damaged lithium-ion battery that exploded. It stirred lawmakers to propose new safety standards. more

By Stacy Driks | 3/17/23

The exterior of 2718 Morris Ave. after the fire that displaced more than 30 Bronx residents on Wednesday morning, March 1.

Early morning fire leaves 36 homeless

The New York Police Department arrested a Morris Avenue apartment building resident for arson March 1 hours after a fire in the building he lives in injured five people, including two firefighters, and displaced 12 families and 36 people, according to the American Red Cross and Fire Department of New York. more

By Gary Larkin | 3/10/23

Police caught up with a trespasser at 39 Dash Place after surveillance cameras caught someone entering the Timber Equities construction site Feb. 17, the second time burglars targeted the property in recent weeks.

Would-be burglar arrested at Timber Equities work site

Officers from the 50th Precinct thwarted an attempted burglary and arrested the perpetrator Friday, Feb. 17 at 39 Dash Place. more

By Abigail Nehring | 3/10/23

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