A stolen pocketbook arrest was made early Sunday morning after Shmira Public Safety tracked a suspect through surveillance footage across multiple streets. On Sunday, November 8, at approximately 1:45 a.m., Shmira received an emergency hotline call regarding a pocketbook that had been stolen at the intersection of 12th Avenue and 49th Street.
The stolen pocketbook contained cash and credit cards. Following the incident, the victim locked all credit cards right away to prevent unauthorized transactions while Shmira volunteers mobilized to investigate the theft.
Shmira quickly began working to track down the perpetrator. Volunteers spent hours reviewing surveillance camera footage from area properties using shmira CCTV Database, piecing together the timeline and following the suspect's direction of travel away from the scene.
After continuous review of the footage, Shmira located the perpetrator near 3rd Avenue and 38th Street. Officers from the 66th Precinct responded to the location, where the suspect was placed under arrest in connection with the incident.
Following the arrest, Shmira is advising the community on the vital importance of sharing security cameras with Shmira. Timely access to residential and commercial camera footage is essential for identifying suspects, monitoring movement, and collaborating with law enforcement to resolve incidents quickly.
Shmira Public Safety is a non-profit organization comprised of dedicated volunteers who work 24/7 to safeguard neighborhoods by patrolling streets and working closely with local police departments.
See Something, Say Something! Call Boro Park Shmira 24/7 Emergency Line at 718-871-4444 or 212-871-4444. Volunteers are available around the clock, and every call matters.
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