Public Safety & Crime — Cross Bay Current

Far Rockaway residents are grappling with the aftermath of a fatal shooting and fire on Ocean Crest Boulevard, leaving two family members dead. Police shot the suspect, prompting a full investigation.

Cross Bay Boulevard and Queens residents show no verifiable local reaction to the international news of a Bronze Age gold theft at Spain's Villena Museum. The stolen artifacts are historically significant.

Howard Beach, Queens residents are experiencing a string of burglaries, with at least 10 break-ins reported, leading to increased police precautions.

A Sikh temple stabbing in Edmonton raises fears of hate-motivated violence, sparking concern among Queens residents, particularly along Cross Bay Boulevard.

Police shot and wounded an armed suspect in Far Rockaway after reports of an explosion and shots fired Saturday. The incident prompted a large police response.

A man was killed in a Queens Village hit-and-run Sunday night during heavy rain, prompting a police search for the fleeing driver. Another crash occurred on Cross Bay Boulevard.

Queens DA Melinda Katz announced Richard Dixon's murder conviction in a 2022 Ozone Park shooting where his accomplice died. Sentencing is April 1, 2026.

Howard Beach residents are on edge due to a string of recent burglaries, prompting increased police patrols and community watch efforts. At least 10 break-ins reported.

A Queens man, Armel Crawford, was arrested and charged with murder after his 61-year-old mom was found stabbed. The arrest follows five years of domestic disputes.