At least two high-profile subway crimes rocked the outer boroughs just days after Gov. Kathy Hochul added hundreds more National Guard members to the train system — leaving New Yorkers skeptical of their safety both above and below ground. Quick-thinking police, along with help from the media and members of the public, arrested a suspect…
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Scammer bilks Manhattan grandma out of nearly $17K falsely claiming grandson needs bail money
Jun. 28, 2024 By Barbara Russo-Lennon Police said an 87-year-old woman was swindled out of $16,900 last month after falling victim to one of the most notorious senior phone scams where the con artist claims a relative needs bail money. According to law enforcement, a man posing as an attorney called the grandma on…