Police Say Thousands Of Fake Smartphones Seized In Brooklyn Raid Were 'Dangerous'
Authorities said a nine-month investigation into trafficking of counterfeit cell phones led them to the location.
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Authorities said a nine-month investigation into trafficking of counterfeit cell phones led them to the location.
It happened around 1 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 20 inside the vestibule of a building on Dekalb Avenue.
Police say a man is seen on surveillance video taking an 86-pound sealed black metal bucket containing gold flakes from an armored truck in Manhattan back in September.
Police said they are looking for a light-colored 2011 to 2015 Hyundai Elantra.
The New York City Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying an individual depicted on surveillance footage regarding an armored truck burglary that occurred in Midtown.
Police are searching for a suspect in connection to a series of bank robberies in Manhattan and Brooklyn.
The trio have struck at least twice, according to police.
The NYPD Community Affairs Bureau posted a photo on Twitter showing two officers with the girl, Keiri Quintero, and a goodie bag of gifts.
After losing, he knocked over the newsstand owner and stole about $1,500 from the cash register, police said.
NYPD officers at the 60th Precinct in Brooklyn are wishing New Yorkers a very special 'Happy Thanksgiving' with their own take on the "Mannequin Challenge."
While authorities say there's no confirmation of a credible threat, the NYPD is taking no chances at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday.
Authorities say the ATM skimming devices were installed at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Hospital, New York Presbyterian Hospital and Jamaica Hospital in Queens, and Methodist Hospital in Park Slope, Brooklyn.
Police are searching for a suspect in connection to an attempted rape of a 20-year-old woman in the Bronx earlier this month.
Authorities said some of the security measures will include more barrier trucks filled with sand blocking access to the parade route and to spectators.
Police are searching for a 25-year-old man, about 5 feet 4 inches tall, wearing white jeans and a black hooded sweatshirt.
The legislation would require the testing of window tint density at a car's annual safety and emissions inspections.
It happened around 10:40 a.m. Monday at the Jaeger-LeCoultre store on Madison Avenue between 62nd and 63rd streets.
Police will start closing streets on the Upper West Side Wednesday morning as parade organizers begin inflating the dozens of balloons that will be on full display Thursday.
Authorities say priest John B. Ephraim showed up at the Confraternity of Christian, of Marine Park, on Tuesday morning.
More than 5 million people ride the New York City subway every day, and mixed in with all the subway riders are a special team of NYPD officers.
John Miller, the NYPD's deputy commissioner of intelligence and counterterrorism, was responding to a report in an ISIS magazine that called the annual parade an "excellent target."
A 53-year-old woman was found dead following a fire at an affordable housing complex in the Bronx on Sunday, police said.
The male and female uniformed officers were responding to a 911 call about a suspicious man at 362 Sutter Avenue in the Van Dyke housing development around 1:10 p.m.
The pitcher posted a photo on Instagram, calling the visit "an honor."
James Rackover, 25, of Manhattan, and Lawrence Dilione, 28, of Jersey City, have been charged with concealment of a human corpse, hindering prosecution and tampering with physical evidence.
A Nassau County man faces multiple charges are he allegedly tried to lure an 11-year-old earlier this week.
The federal government is withholding $73 million in highway funds from New York, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Thursday.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill is sounding off about the cost of getting to and from the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium this summer.
A dramatic scene was caught on camera as a mounted NYPD officer chased an alleged purse snatcher through the streets of New York City.
Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, Long Island has reopened after a deadly gang-related shooting Wednesday night.
A Nassau County man faces multiple charges are he allegedly tried to lure an 11-year-old earlier this week.
The federal government is withholding $73 million in highway funds from New York, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Thursday.
A dramatic scene was caught on camera as a mounted NYPD officer chased an alleged purse snatcher through the streets of New York City.
Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, Long Island has reopened after a deadly gang-related shooting Wednesday night.
A teenager was killed and two others were hurt in a gang-related shooting in Eisenhower Park on Long Island, police say.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
Parts of the New York area could see record high temperatures during a summerlike stretch of weather this week.
A major warmup, featuring summer-like temperatures in the 80s, will take over the Eastern Seaboard beginning Monday.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are finally turning the corner to warmer weather this week.
When UConn plays Michigan for the NCAA Men's Basketball championship tonight in Indianapolis, there are a few places in New York City where fans can root on their schools.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill is sounding off about the cost of getting to and from the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium this summer.
Voters will decide between three candidates in Thursday's special election to fill a New Jersey House seat.
Parking at MetLife Stadium will not be allowed during the FIFA World Cup games there this summer.
CBS News New York is investigating the cashless tolling system in New York and New Jersey. Unpaid tolls can spiral into crushing debt — but that's just one of many issues drivers face.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
A Nassau County man faces multiple charges are he allegedly tried to lure an 11-year-old earlier this week.
Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, Long Island has reopened after a deadly gang-related shooting Wednesday night.
A teenager was killed and two others were hurt in a gang-related shooting in Eisenhower Park on Long Island, police say.
A Long Island woman accused of attempting to kidnap a toddler in Long Beach earlier this month was back in court on Wednesday.
A Long Island-based survey has found more than 1 in 4 registered voters does not think the Holocaust should be required teaching in schools.
The federal government is withholding $73 million in highway funds from New York, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Thursday.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he and President Trump are "honest, direct about the fact that we have many disagreements," but they agree on their love for New York City.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani spoke with "CBS Mornings" on Thursday and reflected on his first 100 days in office.
Voters will decide between three candidates in Thursday's special election to fill a New Jersey House seat.
A new initiative from New York state is putting about $70 million up for grabs to community organizations that are more vulnerable to hate crimes and attacks.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
The Rock And Roll Hall of Fame unveiled its list of inductees for 2026, and it includes the Wu-Tang Clan, the legendary, local hip-hop collective.
Jury selection for Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial in a Manhattan courtroom began Tuesday. He is being accused of raping actress Jessica Mann in 2013.
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill is sounding off about the cost of getting to and from the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium this summer.
The New York Islanders are facing criticism for promoting a fundraiser for a former New York City police sergeant who was convicted of manslaughter.
Shohei Ohtani pitched six strong innings, striking out 10, as the Los Angeles Dodgers routed the New York Mets 8-2.
The New York Rangers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-2 on Wednesday night in the regular-season finale for both teams.
José Caballero laced a two-run double in the bottom of the ninth inning that gave the Yankees a 5-4 victory over the Angels on Wednesday night.
Brooklyn officials announced a first-of-its-kind initiative to build sensory rooms in every District 75 elementary school.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration unveiled a dramatic traffic redesign at Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza.
New York City business owners are pushing on the State Legislature to pass Gov. Kathy Hochul's reforms that would roll back some of the climate legislation passed by New York state in 2019.
Ismael Ox lost his right hand as a child in a grenade attack, survived homelessness in the U.S., and became a citizen, all while training to represent Team USA in para Taekwondo.
These kids from Brooklyn are playing tennis in their school hallways, cafeterias and auditoriums, to make the most of limited space and resources.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
A musical in New Jersey is helping audiences join the commemoration of America's 250th anniversary. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
A dramatic scene was caught on camera as a mounted NYPD officer chased an alleged purse snatcher through the streets of New York City.
The discount airline may be running out of money. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer has more on what customers should know.
The seat was formerly held by Gov. Mikie Sherrill. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan has more on the platforms of the leading candidates, Democrat Analilia Mejia and Republican Joe Hathaway.
A small team of middle schoolers in Brooklyn is trying to attract more bees and butterflies to Bay Ridge. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger has the story.
