Park Slope

Self-Defense Classes On The Rise With Serial Gropers On The Loose

With more than one serial groper still on the loose in Brooklyn, self-defense classes are popping up everywhere from Park Slope to Sunset Park.

2011/10/22

Cops Investigating Possible 13th Brooklyn Sex Assault, Release More Details On No. 12

Just before 8 p.m. Monday, police responded to an incident in Sunset Park in which a woman claimed a male Hispanic in his 20s grabbed her buttocks before running off.

2011/10/10

This still is from a surveillance video of a sex attack in Park Slope. (credit: CBS 2)

Police Hope Stepped-Up Efforts Will Lead To Arrest In Brooklyn Sex Attacks

Police Commissioner Ray Kelly said detectives were taking laptops around town and showing surveillance video evidence to witnesses, victims and even defendants in central booking.

2011/10/07

Sexual Abuse Suspect Arrested In Brooklyn; Not Clear If It’s The Park Slope Sex Predator

Police say Federico Chamorro Yax, 22, faces assault, sex abuse and forcible touching charges following two incidents.

2011/10/04

Another Suspect Wanted For Attempted Rape In Brooklyn

The attack happened on Sunday, Sept. 25 around 1:30 a.m. around Bushwick and Johnson avenues. Police say the suspect grabbed a 25-year-old woman, threw her to the ground and tried to rape her.

2011/10/01

Tammyli Gonzalez teaches a self-defense class in Park Slope. (credit: CBS 2)

Park Slope Gym Offers Free Self-Defense Classes As New Sex Attack Clue Released

Investigators released a photo of a jacket they said was similar to what one the suspects may have been wearing.

2011/09/30

Park Slope Women On Guard After 11th Incident Linked To Sex Assault Spree

“We just don’t know who’s going to be the next victim and it’s really scary,” Julie Pena said.

2011/09/22

Police Investigating Possible Sexual Assault In Brooklyn

A woman told investigators she was fondled by a man as she left the subway station at 4th and Prospect avenues in Greenwood Heights.

2011/09/22

Park Slope Residents Take To The Streets In Numbers To Send Message To Rapist

Brooklyn residents are taking back their streets — by force. A string of high-profile attacks, including one captured by surveillance cameras, sent hundreds of people into the streets Wednesday night.

2011/09/14

Police May Be Looking For Multiple Suspects In Connection With Brooklyn Sexual Attacks

There have been eight attempted rapes and one successful one since March in several Brooklyn neighborhoods.

2011/09/14

Video still from a surveillance camera showing the attack on a woman in Park Slope on March 20 (credit: CBS 2)

Police Search For Suspect Wanted In 5 Sex Assaults In Brooklyn

The latest incident happened last Friday night as the victim left the Prospect Ave. subway station around 8:30 p.m. Police said the woman was jumped from behind but managed to fight the attacker off.

2011/08/30

A co-op shopper bags his groceries. (credit: Chris Hondros/Getty Images)

Some Park Slope Food Co-Op Members Push For Ban Of Israeli Products

The popular Brooklyn food co-op is known for taking political and environmental stands. Some of its members have expressed concern over Israel’s policy in Palestine.

2011/08/25

Bride-To-Be Says Scaffolding At Park Slope Reception Building Casting Shadow On Picture Perfect Wedding Plans

Rachel McLennan and Brian McAllister dreamed of a beautiful wedding reception at the historic Montauk Club in Park Slope, but now they say the scaffolding is casting a shadow on their plans.

2011/08/03

A Guide To Maternity Clothes Shopping In New York City

New York, ever the beacon of fashion, has some of the best stores around for the stylish mothers-to-be.

CBS New York–2011/08/01

Rebecca Lax's chicken Sophia Lor-Hen (credit: Rebecca Lax)

Chicken Coops Popping Up In Backyards Across Brooklyn

Some folks in Brooklyn would make Frank Purdue proud. They’ve been raising chickens in their own backyards discovering the joys of freshly produced eggs.

2011/06/24

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