NYPD Seeking Input from Public on Body Camera Policy
PHOTO: A page from the body-worn camera policy questionnaire. Courtesy of NYPD By Michael V. Cusenza As part of a pilot program, the City Police Department later…
Crime/Courts
Albany Bill Calls for Insurance Premium Reductions for Autos with Dashboard Cameras
PHOTO: The proposed legislation would provide an auto insurance premium discount for non-commercial vehicles that have an operating dashboard camera installed. Courtesy of Leopard Store By Forum Staff…
106th Precinct Welcomes Veteran Community Affairs Officer
Photo Courtesy of NYPD Members of the 106th Precinct and its south Queens communities last week welcomed a fresh face into the fold. Community Affairs…
Hey, Didn’t You Used to Be…
Photo Courtesy of NYPD Jeff Schiff, former commanding officer of the 106th Precinct, recently celebrated his promotion to Inspector from Deputy Inspector. In March, after…
John Gotti IV Facing Felony Drug Charges
PHOTO: John Gotti IV was taken from the 106th Precinct stationhouse to Central Booking on Thursday. Forum Photo By Forum Staff A routine traffic stop…
Authorities React to Howard Beach Naked Creep Case
File Photo By Michael V. Cusenza Law enforcement officials on Tuesday sought to assuage fears and answer questions regarding the startling case of the Howard…
Cops Hunt Suspect in Richmond Hill Dry Cleaners Robbery
PHOTO: Investigators have said that this man is responsible for the violent robbery of a Jamaica Avenue dry cleaning establishment. Courtesy of NYPD By Michael V. Cusenza…
Editorial: The Secret Life
PHOTO: Police Commissioner Bratton and rescue pup Zaza. Courtesy of NYPD The animated film “The Secret Life of Pets” is slated for worldwide release on…
Cuomo Signs Zombie Property Bill into Law
PHOTO: Gov. Cuomo has signed into law a bill containing provisions to help combat so-called zombie properties that have become an issue in south Queens, especially…
City Celebrates Take Your Dog to Work Day
PHOTO: Police Commissioner Bill Bratton and ZaZa enjoy the day at 1 Police Plaza. Courtesy of NYPD By Michael V. Cusenza The City joined the American Society…
John Santucci, former Queens District Attorney, Dies at 85
File Photo By Michael V. Cusenza John Santucci, former Queens district attorney, City Council member, and State senator, died on Sunday on Long Island. He…
Borough Pharmacy Owner Nabbed in Record Medicare Fraud Bust
PHOTO: Javed’s arrest was part of the largest national Medicare fraud takedown in history. Courtesy of the Dept. of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector…
Borough Resident and Queens College Professor David Kirschner Appointed Civil Court Judge
PHOTO: Kew Gardens Hills resident and Queens College adjunct professor David Kirschner has been appointed to the Civil Court bench. File Photo By Michael V. Cusenza…
Cops Cuff Nude Creep after Community Confronts him outside Park
PHOTO: Barone was arrested on Saturday afternoon outside Frank M. Charles Memorial Park in Howard Beach. Courtesy of Anonymous By Michael V. Cusenza and Patricia Adams A…
Audit Rips ACS as Agency that Puts ‘City’s Children in Harm’s Way’
PHOTO: Stringer has released two audits of ACS in June. Courtesy of City Comptroller’s Office By Michael V. Cusenza Investigations characterized by City Comptroller Scott Stringer as…