Public Safety & Crime — Cross Bay Current

Phil Vetrano delivers emotional testimony in the Chanel Lewis retrial in Queens, reliving daughter Karina's murder in Howard Beach. This pivotal case continues to grip the community, demanding justice and closure for the Vetrano family.

NYPD releases new photos, seeking eight suspects involved in a chaotic Queens street takeover on Cross Bay Boulevard from April 2026. Community members are urged to provide information to aid urgent law enforcement efforts.

Queens residents demand urgent NYPD action on Cross Bay Boulevard's illegal street takeovers, citing safety risks, noise, and economic impact. Proactive enforcement and legislative changes are needed now to protect the community.

Phil Vetrano testified emotionally in the retrial of Chanel Lewis, accused of Karina Vetrano's 2016 murder near Cross Bay Boulevard.

NYPD seeks 8 suspects after a reckless street takeover paralyzed Cross Bay Boulevard in Queens. New photos aim to identify individuals.

Queens police investigate multiple hate crime incidents across the borough, releasing video of suspects. Community concern is high.

Howard Beach leaders address dangerous illegal street takeovers on Cross Bay Boulevard, as ABC7 reports on growing community frustration.

Phil Vetrano delivered emotional testimony in the retrial of Chanel Lewis for Karina Vetrano's 2016 murder. Howard Beach seeks justice.

NYPD officers sustained injuries after a sudden explosion sparked a house fire on Cross Bay Boulevard, Queens. Locals voice safety concerns.