New York City’s DNA Database Subject to State Law: Court
By Kevin Deutsch [email protected] A Bronx judge has the legal authority to decide whether a man’s DNA can be expunged from a DNA database maintained […]
Crime
Murders, Rapes Down In Bronx: NYPD
Homicides are down significantly in the Bronx this year, falling 38 percent compared with the same five-month period last year, new NYPD data shows.
Bike-Riding Phone Snatcher Targeting Bronx Women: Police
The NYPD recorded six phone-snatching incidents this month, with each of the female victims targeted by a man riding a mountain bike in the Bronx, authorities said. In one case, a woman’s purse was stolen as she ate at an outdoor restaurant table, according to the NYPD.
Bronx DA on Justice Reform Laws: “We Will Not Be Able To Do It” Without More Funding
Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark on Thursday said her office needs millions of dollars in additional funding to enact criminal justice reform laws slated to take effect next year.
Reformers Call on Gov. Cuomo to Sign Gravity Knife Bill, as Bronx DA Signals Support
A coalition of reform advocates on Thursday called on Governor Andrew Cuomo to sign legislation that would decriminalize possession of gravity knives—a crime for which hundreds of Bronx residents are arrested each year.
Reputed Member of ‘Sex, Money, Murder’ Gang Gets Life in 2015 Bronx Killing
Erin Hall, 42, of 1950 Andrews Avenue, fatally shot Felix De La Cruz,who challenged Hall with taunts of “do it, do it,” before Hall shot him in the head on April 15, 2015, according to eyewitness testimony at Hall’s trial.
3 Shot in Co-Op City: NYPD
At least one shooter opened fire near 100 Carver Loop around 6:30 p.m., before a suspect fled in a black Nissan, according to police. No arrests had been made as of late Monday.
Police: Man in Ski Mask Storms NYPD Precinct, Seeking Suicide-By-Cop
Montey White, 27, was subdued by officers and arrested on charges that include weapon possession, menacing a police officer, and obstructing governmental administration.
Exclusive: After CODIS Glitch, State DNA Committee Chides FBI For Secrecy
The FBI has refused a request from New York state’s DNA subcommittee to provide detailed information about a software glitch causing problems with the bureau’s CODIS system, spurring criticism from state officials.
Police: Man Who Sexually Abused Patient in Coma Arrested
The 68-year-old female victim, who is in a coma, was not aware of the abuse, authorities said. It was reported by another patient in the room, who saw the man touching and kissing the unconscious woman about 3 p.m. Monday at Lincoln Hospital