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Masked Man Arrested After Attempting to Kidnap 6-Year-Old Jewish Child in Crown Heights, Brooklyn

Nov 10, 2024, 07:01 AM

A masked assailant attempted to kidnap a 6-year-old Jewish child in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, on Saturday afternoon. The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. on Kingston Avenue near Lefferts Avenue, as the child was walking with his father to a synagogue. The father's strong grasp prevented the abduction. The NYPD, with assistance from the local Jewish security patrol, Shomrim, arrested the suspect. The perpetrator has a history of arrests, having been arrested over 30 times in the past. This incident is part of a concerning rise in similar incidents targeting the Jewish community in the area.