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crime23 days ago•2 min saved

Brooklyn's Bay Ridge Stabbing Leaves Neighborhood on Edge as Police Seek Suspect

Police say a 36-year-old woman, Maria Santos Flores, was found dead with her throat slit inside her Bay Ridge, Brooklyn home on Saturday morning. Neighbors heard screams, and detectives are canvassing for surveillance footage as they search for the suspect; no arrests or motive have been announced. The victim was a mother of two, and the tight-knit Bay Ridge community remains shaken while investigators continue the hunt.

via ABC7 New York|

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society2 years ago•5 min saved

Resilient Palestinian Restaurant Offers Refuge Amidst War

Ayat, a Palestinian restaurant in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, has been a symbol of cultural celebration and unity, attracting both Palestinian and Jewish customers. However, the recent escalation of violence in Israel has led to a flood of negative reviews for the restaurant. Despite the backlash, the owners remain committed to promoting Palestinian culture through food and culture, emphasizing the importance of separating politics from people. The restaurant continues to thrive, serving a diverse clientele and providing a space for dialogue and understanding amidst the complex Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

via The New York Times|

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crime3 years ago•2 min saved

Gunman injures 2 outside Brooklyn sneaker shop

Two people were shot outside a sneaker shop in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. Witnesses say the victims were in a car when someone in a white Mercedes appeared to be targeting somebody and started shooting. A 21-year-old woman was shot in the leg and a 24-year-old man was shot in the arm. They were taken to the hospital in stable condition. The suspect, described as a man wearing a light blue track suit, fled in an unknown direction. The motive and intended target are not yet clear.

via WABC-TV|

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