Tag Archives: 28th Precinct

Harlem Dirt Bikers Agree to Work With Community on Safety Measures

A pair of dirt bikers accused of speeding through Harlem have agreed to work with residents to help stem complaints about people riding on the sidewalk and running red lights.

Members of the newly-formed North Star Neighborhood Association’s public safety committee met with the long-time riders known as Benmore and Superman, who requested that their real names not be used for fear of the police. Continue reading

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Rep. Rangel Refuses To Take A Side in Rename Harlem

Congressman Charles Rangel is refusing to endorse a proposal to rename a Harlem street for a slain police officerand the Harlem Democrat was not happy with CBS 2 on Friday for even asking about it.

He’s 81 years old and slowed by a bad back, but Rep. Rangel can still dance as evidence by a touch of the Salsa at an event in the Bronx. Continue reading

Dirt Bikers Ride In Harlem With Nowhere Else to Ride (video)

When he’s whipping down Frederick Douglass Boulevard while popping a wheelie on his Spider-Man-themed dirt bike, Benmore knows many people consider him a nuisance. Continue reading

Hands Across Harlem: Combating Violence Through Direct Action

A Proposal for Combating Violence in Harlem’s Communities

Through DIRECT ACTION

HANDS ACROSS HARLEM is a concept that was developed by a coalition of concerned individuals who are committed to reducing violence in Harlem communities through direct action.  Continue reading

Let’s Welcome Harlem’s New Precinct Commander And Let Him Know Your Issues And Concerns

Harlem World Magazine welcomes the 28th Precinct’s new commander, Capt. Kevin Williams. During yesterdays community meeting at Touro College residents greeted him with their concerns in his first meeting with the community.

In an article by DNAinfo Williams blamed the problems on youth crews, a phenomena which began gaining traction in Harlem. Continue reading

Community Council Meeting For The 28th Precinct In Harlem

From Harlem Resident on HW Everyblock

The next Community Council meeting for the 28th precinct will be held on Wednesday, July 13th, at 6:30. The meetings are held at the 28th precinct house.

This is a good opportunity to discuss the recent shootings and other crimes, and quality-of-life issues – noise, littering, the condition of Morningside Park after the weekend barbecues, and so on. Continue reading

Police Investigate Harlem Sexual Assault In 28th precinct

From Harlem Resident at HW Everyblock

Police are looking for a man they say sexually assaulted a woman in Washington Heights Harlem about two weeks ago.

A surveillance photo of the suspect has been released.

Police say the attack took place around 6:30 p.m. on June 21 within the confines of the 28th precinct. Continue reading

Police Find Dead Woman In Harlem

A black hispanic female, 40 years of age was found dead under a pile of leaves inside Mt. Morris Park on 120th & Madison.  Cause of death is undetermined at this time, however an investigation is pending. Continue reading

Ex-Cop Convicted Of Sexual Abuse

Crime

A former Community Affairs officer working out of Harlem’s 28th Precinct was convicted of sexually abusing two women, who claimed he used his position as a cop to promise them jobs or child care, get their contact information and later victimize them. Continue reading