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NYPD 71st Precinct Welcome to the 71st Precinct's official page, serving the residents of southern Crown Heights.

This is a page for residents and the community of southern Crown Heights to engage with their police, receive updates and discuss matters affecting their neighborhood. Please treat your neighbors with the same respect as if you were meeting them face to face. Please limit discussion to issues affecting southern Crown Heights. Offensive or profane content may be removed by moderators. We do not endorse any advertisements that may appear on this page. ALWAYS report crimes in progress and other emergencies to 911, and 311 for non-emergencies

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Protect yourself from scammers and financial fraud. Never provide personal information over the phone and be cautious of...
10/07/2026

Protect yourself from scammers and financial fraud. Never provide personal information over the phone and be cautious of unsolicited phone calls, emails, or text messages, especially those involving an urgent request for payment. It’s always a scam.

If you have information about a crime, contact NYPD Tips at 1-800-577-8477 (TIPS). You can stay anonymous and receive up...
10/04/2026

If you have information about a crime, contact NYPD Tips at 1-800-577-8477 (TIPS). You can stay anonymous and receive up to $3,500 for a tip resulting in an arrest and indictment.

Speeding is hazardous to everyone who uses our streets. By driving at a safe speed (25 MPH or less), you can help preven...
09/30/2026

Speeding is hazardous to everyone who uses our streets. By driving at a safe speed (25 MPH or less), you can help prevent crashes and injuries.

When using a credit, debit, or EBT card at a retail store, be aware of skimming devices that can steal money from your a...
09/28/2026

When using a credit, debit, or EBT card at a retail store, be aware of skimming devices that can steal money from your account. Lift, pull, and inspect card readers at stores; don’t use it if it appears loose or damaged. It’s also a good idea to change your PIN number regularly.

Visibility decreases greatly at dusk as well as during inclement weather. Please use extra caution while driving; pause ...
09/26/2026

Visibility decreases greatly at dusk as well as during inclement weather. Please use extra caution while driving; pause and look before turning and expect people in the crosswalk every time.

See below for ways to protect yourself from mailbox fishing and check fraud. When writing checks or money orders, use a ...
09/24/2026

See below for ways to protect yourself from mailbox fishing and check fraud. When writing checks or money orders, use a permanent ink pen that can’t be erased. Be sure to check your account balance often and consider using other methods to pay bills, such as online or by phone.

One of the easiest ways to save lives is to drive at a safe speed (under 25 MPH). Your chances of getting into a serious...
09/22/2026

One of the easiest ways to save lives is to drive at a safe speed (under 25 MPH). Your chances of getting into a serious collision will decrease greatly.

Burglaries often occur because accessible doors or windows are left unlocked. Please secure and lock all doors and windo...
09/18/2026

Burglaries often occur because accessible doors or windows are left unlocked. Please secure and lock all doors and windows, especially fire escape windows, and never buzz in or allow people to enter your building if you don’t know them.

As the sun goes down, risks on our streets go up. Drivers’ vision can drop tenfold at nightfall and earlier sunsets mean...
09/16/2026

As the sun goes down, risks on our streets go up. Drivers’ vision can drop tenfold at nightfall and earlier sunsets means more commuting at dark.

When daylight fades, drivers should slow down, look for pedestrians and cyclists, and turn at 5 MPH.

To prevent an auto theft, always turn off your ignition and remove the keys when parking, even for a short time. Never l...
09/14/2026

To prevent an auto theft, always turn off your ignition and remove the keys when parking, even for a short time. Never leave valuable items in your vehicle. For more anti-theft programs, contact your local precinct.

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421 Empire Boulevard
Brooklyn, NY
11225

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