NYPD ANNOUNCES FEWEST SHOOTING INCIDENTS, SHOOTING VICTIMS, AND MURDERS IN RECORDED HISTORY FOR FIRST HALF OF 2026

 

Major Crime Declined Nearly 6% Citywide, Led by a 12% Decline in the Bronx

Safest Start to the Year in Public Housing in Recorded History with Fewest Murders, Shooting Incidents, Shooting Victims, and Robberies

Department Delivered Historic Public Safety Wins While Managing the NBA Finals, Knicks Ticker-Tape Parade, FIFA World Cup, and More

Police Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch today announced that the NYPD delivered the fewest shooting incidents, shooting victims, and murders in recorded history for the first half of the year. There were 322 shooting incidents, beating the previous record of 337 set in 2018 and in 2025. There were 381 shooting victims, beating the previous record of 397 set in 2025, and there were 122 murders, beating the previous record of 136 set in 2017.

Year to date, major crime was down 5.8% (55,157 vs. 58,581) citywide with reductions in patrol, public housing, and the transit system. The Bronx continues to lead the city with the largest decline in index crime, down 12% (13,434 vs. 15,208).

The NYPD continued to deliver historic lows in certain major crime categories in New York City’s public housing: murders (9), shooting incidents (49), shooting victims (51), and robberies (344).

The department delivered these historic public safety wins while managing unprecedented large-scale events, including the FIFA World Cup, the NBA Finals, Knicks ticker-tape parade, and many other parades and significant events.

“New York City’s public safety progress is the result of precision policing and the extraordinary work of the men and women of the NYPD,” said NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch. “They are going after the guns, taking down violent gangs, building the cases, making the arrests, and working foot posts that help keep neighborhoods safe. The result is the fewest shooting incidents, shooting victims, and murders for the first half of any year in recorded history, along with major crime reductions across the city. These numbers reflect focused enforcement, targeted deployments, and noble police work. New Yorkers owe their NYPD officers a debt of gratitude for their extraordinary service to our city.”

“Over the past six months, New York City has experienced the safest start to any year on record. The data reflects what New Yorkers are feeling on our subways, on our streets and across the five boroughs: our whole-of-government approach to public safety is working,” said Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani. “I thank Police Commissioner Tisch and the brave men and women of the NYPD for all they have done to make our city so safe, and look forward to building on this incredible progress.”

Historic Lows in Shootings and Murders

Shooting incidents fell to the lowest level in recorded history for the first six months of any year, beating the record set in 2018 and last year by 5% (322 vs. 337). For the quarter, shooting incidents fell by 8.1% (182 vs. 198), beating the previous record of 196 set in 2018.

Shooting victims also fell to the lowest level in recorded history for the first six months of any year, beating the record set last year by 4% (381 vs. 397). Shooting victims also fell to the lowest level in recorded history for the second quarter of the year, down 8% (216 vs. 234).

Murder declined 24.7% (122 vs. 162) year to date, 26.4% (64 vs. 87) for the quarter, and 45.5% (18 vs. 33) in June, setting new records for the first six months of the year, second quarter, and the month of June. Year to date, murders are down in all five boroughs with all-time lows in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Staten Island.

For historical context, when comparing the first half of 2021 to 2026, New York City had 737 shooting incidents compared to 322, 852 shooting victims compared to 381, and 229 murders compared to 122, respectively.

The NYPD’s sustained efforts to dismantle violent gangs have contributed to reductions in shootings citywide and the number of guns taken off the streets. So far this year, NYPD detectives have carried out 61 gang-related takedowns, and the department has seized over 2,530 guns.

Driving Down Major Crime

Major crime decreased by 5.8% for the first half of the year with 3,424 fewer crimes compared to the first six months of 2025. During the second quarter, major crime citywide was down 7.7% (29,141 vs. 31,575).

Additionally, across major crime categories:

• Burglary declined 15.8% (5,354 vs. 6,359) year to date, the lowest level since 2019, and declined by 12.9% (2,700 vs. 3,099) for the second quarter. This progress is driven by the NYPD’s new Precision Task Force approach, which brings patrol officers, detectives, intelligence officers, crime analysts, and specialized units together to tackle the problem;
  • Burglaries were down in all five boroughs, with the largest reduction occurring on Staten Island, down 31.6% (121 vs. 177).
• Robbery declined 12% (6,387 vs. 7,248) year to date and 15.7% (3,421 vs. 4,056) for the quarter;
• Auto theft declined 9.7% (5,838 vs. 6,467) year to date and 14.5% (3,136 vs. 3,667) for the quarter. These reductions are the direct result of the work done by the NYPD’s auto crime investigators who continue to identify and dismantle auto theft rings, including a 16-person crew responsible for stealing vehicles and stripping more than 700 vehicle parts in the Bronx earlier this year. This work resulted in a 26.4% (1,619 vs. 2,199) reduction in auto theft in the Bronx, which is leading the city in auto theft reductions;
• Grand larceny declined 4.2% (21,633 vs. 22,585) year to date and 6.3% (11,241 vs. 11,998) for the second quarter;
• Felony assault is virtually flat (14,757 vs. 14,752) year to date and decreased by 1.1% (8,044 vs. 8,136) over the second quarter. The NYPD continues to focus on domestic violence, which accounts for 42% of felony assaults citywide and assaults on police officers, which account for another 8%.

Retail theft continued its dramatic decline, falling 16.3% (22,482 vs. 26,874) year to date compared to the same period last year with declines in all five boroughs. In the second quarter of 2026, retail theft saw a 12.2% (11,535 vs. 13,136) decline. The decline reflects the department’s focused approach to addressing retail theft: identifying crime patterns, deploying resources at high-propensity locations during peak hours, and shifting from pass-through enforcement to sustained investigations.

In September 2024, legislative changes enacted through the Rape is Rape Act rightfully broadened the legal definition of rape in New York State to include additional forms of sexual assault. Year to date, rapes have increased 5.8% (1,066 vs. 1,008), driven in significant part by reports of crimes that occurred in prior years – 26% (276) of all rapes reported this year occurred in prior years. In addition, 19% (206) of the crimes reported this year fall under the expanded definition of rape created by the Rape is Rape Act. Through the creation of the first-in-the-nation Gender-Based Violence Policy and Training Unit, the NYPD has enhanced its work with advocates to encourage all survivors of sexual assault to come forward and report these incidents.

The Bronx Continues to Lead the City

The Bronx continues to lead the city in crime reductions with a 12% (13,434 vs. 15,208) decrease in overall crime, the largest year-to-date decrease in major crime of any borough. Year to date, auto theft is down 26.4% (1,619 vs. 2,199), grand larcenies decreased 13.6% (3,882 vs. 4,491), and robberies decreased 17.1% (1,921 vs. 2,318). During the second quarter of the year, the NYPD implemented a new two-patrol borough structure in the Bronx, creating a more focused and effective approach to fighting crime in the borough.

Safest Start to the Year in Public Housing

The NYPD continues to deliver historic crime reductions in public housing developments across the city, breaking the record for the fewest murders, shooting incidents, shooting victims, and robberies for the first six months of the year. These milestones are the direct result of the department’s precision policing strategy and surge of resources to the areas where residents need them most.

Major crime in public housing is down 9% (2,659 vs. 2,905) year to date and 12% (1,361 vs. 1,541) in the second quarter.

So far this year, murders are down a staggering 44% (9 vs. 16), shooting incidents are down 26.9% (49 vs. 67), shooting victims are down 31.1% (51 vs. 74), robberies are down 23.4% (344 vs. 449), and burglaries are down 14.8% (231 vs. 271).

Keeping New York City’s Subways Safe

Last year was the safest year in New York City’s subway system since 2009, excluding the pandemic years. Building on that progress, major crime is down 1% (1,102 vs. 1,109) year to date and 1.9% (554 vs. 565) for the second quarter.

Safety Enforcement on Our Roads

The NYPD’s Transportation Bureau continued to keep New Yorkers safe on city roads. Beginning on May 27, the NYPD launched a focused e-bike and e-scooter enforcement initiative with a targeted focus on bridge corridors and high-conflict locations. Since launching, e-bike moving violations have increased 74% (1,551 vs. 893) and e-scooter moving violations have increased 247% (132 vs. 38) compared to the same time-period last year. Year to date, e-bike seizures are up 273% (816 vs. 219) and moped, e-scooter, and motorcycle seizures are up 3% (10,970 vs. 10,655). In addition, illegally parked moped and motorcycle tows increased 369% (16,636 vs. 349). Year to date, the NYPD issued 142,719 ghost plate parking summonses, 15,063 ghost plate moving summonses, and towed 3,136 ghost cars.

Data-Driven Deployment: Violence Reduction Zones

To further mitigate violent crime and shootings across the city, the department launched its Summer Violence Reduction Plan on May 4 – deploying officers in the times and locations where violence and disorder are most concentrated and likely to occur. Since inception, major crime is down 23.9% (753 vs. 990), shooting incidents are down 19.4% (25 vs. 31), and shooting victims are down 18.9% (30 vs. 37) in the zones during deployment hours.

To address youth violence during the school year, the department implemented Youth Safety Zones, which are focused on the areas where young people are most at risk – commuter corridors, bus stops, and routes to and from school. Since its inception in September 2025 until the end of the school year in June 2026, major crime decreased 54.2% (194 vs. 424), shooting incidents were down 69.2% (8 vs. 26), shooting victims were down 69% (9 vs. 29), robbery was down 61.5% (99 vs. 257), grand larceny was down 51% (22 vs. 45), and felony assault was down 38.8% (71 vs. 116) in the zones during deployment hours.

Combating Hate Crimes

The NYPD’s Hate Crime Task Force (HCTF) investigates allegations of hate crimes and bias-motivated incidents. After an incident is flagged as a possible hate crime, the HCTF investigates and determines, in consultation with the NYPD Legal Bureau, whether it constitutes a hate crime under New York State law. If an incident is deemed a hate crime under the law, it will be categorized as a confirmed hate crime. The NYPD provides data on confirmed hate crimes along with the universe of reported hate crimes – whether or not they are ultimately confirmed as hate crimes by the HCTF. The disclosure of both sets of numbers enhances transparency and reflects best practices in connection with hate crime reporting.

Year to date, the number of confirmed hate crimes increased by 7.7%, with 23 more confirmed hate crime incidents compared to last year (322 vs. 299). In June 2026, there were 41 confirmed hate crimes and 54 incidents reported as hate crimes. More than half of the confirmed hate crimes for the first six months of the year, or 55.3%, were anti-Jewish hate crimes, despite Jewish New Yorkers making up only 10% of the city’s population. During the first half of the year, anti-Jewish hate crimes increased 2.3% (178 vs. 174).

*All crime statistics are preliminary and subject to further analysis, revision, or change. *

Major Crime Statistics: YTD (Jan. 1-June 30)

Crime	2026	2025	+/-	% Change
Murder	122	162	-40	-24.7%
Rape	1,066	1,008	58	5.8%
Robbery	6,387	7,248	-861	-11.9%
Felony Assault	14,757	14,752	5	0%
Burglary	5,354	6,359	-1005	-15.8%
Grand Larceny	21,633	22,585	-952	-4.2%
Grand Larceny Auto	5,838	6,467	-629	-9.7%
TOTAL	55,157	58,581	-3,424	-5.8%

Major Crime Statistics: Q2 (April 1-June 30)

Crime	Q2 2026	Q2 2025	+/-	% Change
Murder	64	87	-23	-26.4%
Rape	535	532	3	0.6%
Robbery	6,387	7,248	-861	-11.9%
Felony Assault	8,044	8,136	-92	-1.1%
Burglary	2,700	3,099	-399	-12.9%
Grand Larceny	11,241	11,998	-757	-6.3%
Grand Larceny Auto	3,136	3,667	-531	-14.5%
TOTAL	29,141	31,575	-2,434	-7.7%

Additional Statistics: YTD (Jan. 1-June 30)

	2026	2025	+/-	% Change
Transit	1102	1109	-7	-0.6%
Housing	2,659	2,905	-246	-8.5%
Shooting Incidents	322	337	-15	-4.5%

Additional Statistics: Q2 (April 1-June 30)

	2026	2025	+/-	% Change
Transit	554	565	-11	-1.9%
Housing	1,361	1,541	-180	-11.7%
Shooting Incidents	182	198	-16	-8.1%

Confirmed Hate Crime: YTD (Jan. 1-June 30)

Motivation	2026	2025	+/-	% Change
Age	1	0	1	***
Asian	10	12	-2	-16.7%
Black	23	24	-1	-4.2%
Ethnicity	6	12	-6	-50%
Gender	13	7	6	85.7%
Hispanic	9	5	4	80%
Jewish	178	174	4	2.3%
Muslim	21	14	7	50%
Religion	26	25	1	4%
Sexual Orientation	33	21	12	57.1%
White	2	5	-3	-60%
Total	322	299	23	7.7%

Confirmed Hate Crime: Q2 2026 (April 1-June 30)

Motivation	Q2 2026	Q2 2025	+/-	% Change
Asian	4	7	-3	-42.9%
Black	13	15	-2	-13.3%
Ethnicity	3	3	0	0%
Gender	5	3	2	66.7%
Hispanic	4	3	1	33.3%
Jewish	99	98	1	1.0%
Muslim	8	9	-1	-11.1%
Religion	14	17	-3	-17.6%
Sexual Orientation	21	13	8	61.5%
White	1	3	-2	-66.7%
Total	172	171	1	0.6%

Reported Hate Crime: Q2 2026 (April 1-June 30)

Motivation	Reported
Asian	6
Black	17
Ethnicity	4
Gender	5
Hispanic	5
Jewish	138
Muslim	12
Religion	16
Sexual Orientation	33
White	1
Total	237

EDITOR'S NOTE:

The Bronx had 37% of the NYC murders, Shooting incidents, and Shooting victims, while having only 16% of the NYC population. NYC Police Commissioner Tisch needs to come to the Bronx North Division to see that the increase in the murder rate, shooting incidents, and shooting victims for 2026 over 2025.

AIR QUALITY HEALTH ADVISORY EXTENDED FOR NEW YORK CITY METRO AND LONG ISLAND REGIONS

 

In Effect for July 03, 2026

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton and State Department of Health (DOH) Commissioner Dr. James McDonald extended an Air Quality Health Advisory to Friday, July 3, 2026, for ozone for the New York City Metro and Long Island regions. This is in addition to the previously announced advisory for July 2. 

The pollutant of concern: Ozone 

The advisory will be in effect: 11 a.m. through 11 p.m. 

The Air Quality Health Advisory regions consist of: New York City Metro, which includes New York City and Rockland and Westchester counties and Long Island, which includes Nassau and Suffolk counties. 

DEC and DOH issue Air Quality Health Advisories when DEC meteorologists predict levels of pollution, either ozone or fine particulate matter (PM2.5), are expected to exceed an Air Quality Index (AQI) value of 100. The AQI was created as an easy way to correlate levels of different pollutants to one scale, with a higher AQI value indicating a greater health concern.?  

People, especially those who have respiratory disease (such as asthma), young children, teenagers, the elderly, those who exercise outdoors, and those involved in vigorous outdoor work should consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity when ozone levels are the highest (generally afternoon to early evening). When outdoor levels of ozone are elevated, going indoors will usually reduce exposure. Individuals experiencing symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, or coughing should consider consulting their personal physician. 

OZONE 

Increased heat can lead to the formation of ground-level ozone, a major component of photochemical smog. Automobile exhaust and out-of-state emission sources are the primary sources of ground-level ozone and the most serious air pollution problems in the northeast. This surface pollutant should not be confused with the protective layer of ozone in the upper atmosphere. 

Ozone is not directly emitted, instead it is produced when sunlight chemically reacts with nitrogen oxides (NOx) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from automobile exhaust and industrial emissions. High AQI due to ozone is not as visible as PM2.5 because it is a colorless gas but will produce hazy skies and reduce visibility in high concentrations. 

Ozone levels generally decrease at night and can be minimized during daylight hours by curtailment of automobile travel and the use of public transportation where available.

New Yorkers also are urged to take the following energy-saving and pollution-reducing steps: 

• use mass transit or carpool instead of driving, as feasible, as automobile emissions account for about 60 percent of pollution in our cities; 
• conserve fuel and reduce exhaust emissions by combining necessary motor vehicle trips; 
• turn off all lights and electrical appliances in unoccupied areas; 
• use fans to circulate air. If air conditioning is necessary, set thermostats at 78 degrees; 
• close the blinds and shades to limit heat build-up and to preserve cooled air; 
• limit use of household appliances. If necessary, run the appliances at off-peak (after 7 p.m.) hours. These would include dishwashers, dryers, pool pumps and water heaters; 
• set refrigerators and freezers at more efficient temperatures; 
• purchase and install energy efficient lighting and appliances with the Energy Star label; and 
• reduce or eliminate outdoor burning and attempt to minimize indoor sources of PM 2.5 such as smoking.?  

Additional information on ozone and PM 2.5 is available on DEC's website and on DOH's website (PM 2.5) / DOH's website (ozone). A new DEC fact sheet about the Air Quality Index is available on DEC’s website or by PDF download https://dec.ny.gov/sites/default/files/2024-05/aqiweb.pdf.  ? 

To stay up-to-date with announcements from DEC, sign up to receive Air Quality Alerts through DEC Delivers: DEC's Premier Email Service. A toll-free Air Quality Hotline (1-800-535-1345) was also established by DEC to keep New Yorkers informed of the latest air quality situation. 

Attorney General James Announces Takedown of Fraudulent Queens Medical Clinic

 

Francia Aguila Arrested and Charged for Impersonating a Doctor and Offering Medical Treatment to New Yorkers Without a License

Aguila’s Accomplice, Gifty Appiah, Arrested and Charged for Role in Scheme That Put New Yorkers at Risk and Stole Over $100,000 from Medicaid

New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced the arrests and criminal charges of Francia Aguila, 53, of Farmington, New York and Gifty Appiah, 59, of Staten Island, New York, for putting patients at an Astoria, Queens medical clinic at risk and stealing over $100,000 from Medicaid through false billing. An investigation by the Office of the Attorney General’s (OAG) Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) revealed that Aguila, the part owner of Steinway Hope Medical, fraudulently used Appiah’s identity and credentials as a licensed nurse practitioner to diagnose, treat, and prescribe medications to patients. While Aguila did not possess a license to practice medicine, she allegedly dressed in a white coat, referred to herself as “Doctor Fran,” and performed examinations on patients. Aguila used her fraudulent medical practice to bill $105,018.20 to Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) funded by New York’s Medicaid program from March 2021 through November 2024.

“Practicing medicine without a license risks the lives of New Yorkers and undermines the integrity of our health care system,” said Attorney General James. “New Yorkers in need of medical care sought treatment at Steinway Hope Medical, where they were taken advantage of by a fake doctor as part of an elaborate Medicaid fraud scheme. My office will continue to root out fraud in our state’s Medicaid program and protect New Yorkers by bringing unlicensed practitioners to justice.”

Appiah was allegedly paid $10,000 per month to act as the sole provider of medical services to patients at Steinway Hope Medical. However, Appiah rarely appeared at the clinic and instead allowed Aguila to medically examine patients who were seeking treatment. Aguila presented herself to patients as a doctor and used Appiah’s identity and credentials to prescribe medications. Aguila performed stethoscope exams, examined patients’ eyes with a penlight, and conducted other tests on unsuspecting patients. Through Steinway Hope Medical, Appiah and Aguila submitted fraudulent claims to Medicaid-funded MCOs that falsely stated Appiah performed the medical services.

Aguila and Steinway Hope Medical were each charged with one count of Unauthorized Practice of a Profession, one count of Falsifying Business Records in the First Degree, and one count of Unauthorized Use of a Professional Title. Appiah was also charged with one count of Offering a False Instrument for Filing in the First Degree and one count of Offering a False Instrument for Filing in the Second Degree. If convicted, Appiah and Aguila face a maximum sentence of one and a third to four years in state prison on the top count.

These charges are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

New York MFCU’s total funding for federal fiscal year (FY) 2026 is $70,793,651. Of that total, 75 percent, or $53,095,240, is awarded under a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The remaining 25 percent, totaling $17,698,411 for FY 2026, is funded by New York State.

19 ALLEGED GANGMEMBERS—7 OF THEM UNDER 17 YEARS OLD AT TIME OF CRIMES—INDICTED IN CONSPIRACY OF GUN VIOLENCE

 

Four Gangs Committed 13 Shootings; Four Bystanders Wounded “McKillville” Leader Ordered Boys to Shoot Rivals, Be “Risk Takers”

Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark and New York City Police Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch announced that 18 youths and a 28-year-old alleged leader have been charged in two indictments with Conspiracy to Commit Murder for more than a dozen shootings in the Morrisania neighborhood over gang turf. 

District Attorney Clark said, “Ten of the defendants were in the McKillville gang, out of the McKinley Houses, and nine were in three other gangs that joined against McKillville, to allegedly fire bullets on the streets, violence for the sake of violence, to assert control over their territories. These defendants were 14 to 17-year-old boys urged on by men to elevate themselves in the gangs by committing Attempted Murders and Assaults. Innocent Bronx residents paid the price—four were wounded, one of them critically. We need to prevent violence and underlying trauma that results in the loss of lives and so many young people heading to prison. The youth justice system has a difficult job addressing the cycle of violence and repairing damage to children that occurred long ago.”

District Attorney Clark said, “Ten of the defendants were in the McKillville gang, out of the McKinley Houses, and nine were in three other gangs that joined against McKillville, to allegedly fire bullets on the streets, violence for the sake of violence, to assert control over their territories. These defendants were 14 to 17-year-old boys urged on by men to elevate themselves in the gangs by committing Attempted Murders and Assaults. Innocent Bronx residents paid the price—four were wounded, one of them critically. We need to prevent violence and underlying trauma that results in the loss of lives and so many young people heading to prison. The youth justice system has a difficult job addressing the cycle of violence and repairing damage to children that occurred long ago.” 

Police Commissioner Tisch said, “This long-term investigation reflects the NYPD’s precision-policing strategy at work: identify the drivers of crime, take down gangs, and remove guns from our streets, These defendants turned communities in the South Bronx into their own violent playground by shooting at rivals, injuring four innocent bystanders, and placing New Yorkers at risk while shamelessly taking credit for it on social media. Thanks to our NYPD investigators and law enforcement partners, we are holding these alleged gang members accountable.”

District Attorney Clark said that 10 of the defendants were arrested and arraigned from June 23 through 26, 2026 before Bronx Supreme Court Justice Lawrence Busching. Bail was set for nine of the defendants. Alleged McKillville leader Tyreik Seth (AKA Tubby), 28, was remanded. Seth was in possession of a loaded 9-mm defaced pistol when he was arrested in front of 801 East 161st Street on June 23. Six defendants are incarcerated and are awaiting arraignment and three defendants remain at large. 

According to the investigation by the NYPD Gun Violence Suppression Division, the Bronx DA’s Violent Criminal Enterprise Bureau with assistance from Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives Crime Gun Enforcement Team, dubbed “Operation Red Zone,” the gun violence took place from May 2025 to late April 2026 in a swath of the South Bronx. The defendants allegedly planned shootings via text messages, shared custody of the guns, boasted about the attacks on Instagram, and used Citibikes purchased with stolen credit cards for quick getaways.  

Members of these gangs both independently and jointly, participated in and agreed to embark upon a certain course of criminal conduct, including murder, assault, weapons possession and other crimes in order to maintain their dominance of their territories, engaging in violent confrontations with members of the opposition. 

According to one indictment, during the course of the conspiracy, Do The Hits” (a/k/a DTH) operated in and around the area of East 163rd Street to East 167th Street and Washington Avenue to Third Avenue. “On The Third” (a/k/a OT3) operated in and around the area of East 156th Street to East 158th Street and Melrose Avenue to Brook Avenue. “Forest Over Everything” (a/k/a 2 F.O.E.) operated in and around the area of East 163rd Street to East 166th Street and Trinity Avenue to Third Avenue. 

Nine defendants are variously charged with second-degree Conspiracy, Attempted Murder in the second degree, varying degrees of Assault, varying degrees of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Criminal Use of a Firearm, Reckless Endangerment and related charges.

According to the second indictment, members of “McKillville” operated in and around the area of East 161st Street to East 163rd Street and Trinity Avenue to Tinton Avenue. 

Defendant Tyreik Seth is charged with first-degree Conspiracy, and nine other defendants are charged with second-degree Conspiracy, Attempted Murder in the second degree, varying degrees of Assault, varying degrees of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Criminal Use of a Firearm, Reckless Endangerment and related charges.

 Shootings charged as overt acts in the indictments:

MAY 10, 2025: shootout between DTH and McKillville in the McKinley houses. No one was struck. Two DTH members and one McKinley member are charged. 

JUNE 5, 2025: Members of DTH walk to McKinley houses shortly after midnight and fire shots. Shooting is not on video. Nasir Campbell takes credit on social media and is charged. 

JUNE 5, 2025: In retaliation for the earlier shooting, members of McKinley commit two shootings against DTH and FOE. One goes on Citibike to 161st and St. Ann's with two others and fires multiple shots towards DTH, striking an unintended male. Two others travel via Citibike and shoot a member of FOE in the groin in front of the Forest houses. 

JULY 26, 2025: DTH members ride a moped to Home Street and fire multiple rounds towards a bus stop, hitting a bystander in the leg. The following day, one of them posted on Instagram bragging about the incident. On August 20, a search warrant was done of the shooter’s apartment leading to the recovery of a loaded. 380 caliber pistol.

AUGUST 1, 2025: Two members of McKinley ride Citibikes to 161 and St. Ann's – scene of June 5 shooting) and one fires at least eight rounds towards DTH territory. Text messages reveal the planning before the incident and the day after, one member admits to it when he's told that Tyreik Seth is unhappy because no one was struck. 

AUGUST 3, 2025: A DTH member is on Boston Road with others when he fires multiple rounds across the street. No one was struck. 

SEPTEMBER 5, 2025: At 3 p.m. on Tinton Avenue, right after a school bus passes by, a McKillville member fires multiple rounds towards an opposition member across the street. No one was struck. He admits to the incident on Instagram. 

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025: OT3 members fire multiple rounds across the street towards opposition, striking two bystanders who are outside their home. A female is struck in the abdomen and had to have surgery. A male was grazed in the abdomen as well. 

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025: Tarrelle Jones fires multiple shots towards Forest territory. 

NOVEMBER 8, 2025: Jason Sanchez and others travel from McKinley to opposition territory on Citibikes and Sanchez fires multiple shots towards opposition members. No one is struck. 

JANUARY 19, 2026: Forest members Miguel Rucker and another are traveling in an SUV doing a livestream when Rucker spots an opposition member. They get out of the car and the member fires multiple shots at him, not striking anyone. 

FEBRUARY 16, 2026: DTH member fires multiple shots across Boston Road towards a car. No one was struck. 

APRIL 27, 2026: McKinley bosses express displeasure with the younger members and organize a meeting. Afterwards, two teen members go to a playground in St. Mary's Park and one fires multiple shots. No one is struck.

District Attorney Clark thanked the GVSD Crime Gun Enforcement Team including Lt. Jonathon Zocchia, Sgt. Christopher Neil, and Detectives Keith Figueroa, Robert Vargas, and Kevin Butler; ATF Group IV; members of the 40th Precinct, 41st Precinct and 42nd Precinct Detective Squads, Citywide CRT, Bronx School Safety, Bronx Evidence Collection Team, NYPD Laboratory Firearms Analysis Section, Intelligence Research Specialists Ashley Taveras and Britney Ford, and the Bronx Warrant Squad for their work in the investigation.

MCKILLVILLE INDICTMENT - TYREIK SETH A/K/A "TUBBY", 28 JOHN DOE, 16 JOHN DOE, 17 D'ANTHONY STEPHEN PIERRE A/K/A "TEC", 19 JOHN DOE, 17 TARRELLE JONES A/K/A "LIL MAN", 18 JOHN DOE, 17 JOHN DOE, 17 JOHN DOE, 15 JOHN DOE, 15. 

DO THE HITS, ON THE THIRD, FOREST OVER EVERYTHING INDICTMENT - NASIR CAMPBELL A/K/A "NAZ DTH", 19 JOHN DOE, 17 ADZAVEON TORRES A/K/A "ZAY FLICK", 18 JOHN DOE, 16 JAYDEN JACKSON A/K/A "JDOT", 18 KEVIN CRUZ A/K/A "KDOTTY", 20 KALIPH HAMLET A/K/A "KDOT B", 18 MIGUEL RUCKER A/K/A "MDOT", 18 NASIR WHITFIELD A/K/A "HUNNAY, 19".

An indictment is an accusatory instrument and not proof of a defendant’s guilt.

Statement From Governor Kathy Hochul

“New York State is in the midst of a prolonged heat wave, and we've been carefully monitoring our electrical grid to ensure it is able to withstand the increase in energy usage and keep New Yorkers safe.

"My team has been coordinating with Con-Ed, NYISO and New York City leaders to ensure all large consumers able to switch to other fuel sources have done so to reduce their usage. Due to the increase in energy demand and unexpected load challenges, I am also calling on New Yorkers to do their part to proactively conserve electricity if safe to do so by setting air conditioning units between 75 - 78 degrees and avoiding unnecessary appliance use. These small steps can go a long way.

"While we are asking for New Yorkers to voluntarily conserve power, it's critical to stay safe in this dangerous heat: stay hydrated, reduce time outdoors and find a cooling center near you, especially if you're a senior citizen or have health concerns.

"I thank New Yorkers for taking these steps to reduce their usage and helping us keep the power on and protect the most vulnerable in our community.”

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DEP Encourages Safe Hydrant Use to Safeguard Water Pressure During Historic Extreme Heatwave

 

Illegally Opened Fire Hydrants Reduce Water Pressure, Make Firefighting More Difficult, Cause Discolored Water, and Waste 1,000 Gallons of Water Per Minute

With triple-digit temperatures expected to continue through the July 4^th holiday weekend the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is warning New Yorkers about the dangers of illegally opening fire hydrants. Illegally opened hydrants release more than 1,000 gallons of water per minute, which can drastically reduce water pressure. This puts lives at risk by compromising firefighting operations and reducing water supply to residents and critical facilities. Illegally opening a fire hydrant can result in fines of up to $1,000, imprisonment for up to 30 days, or both. New Yorkers are urged to report leaking, running, or illegally opened hydrants by calling 311 immediately. Additionally, when hydrants are opened without proper tools, it can stir up sediments which results in discolored water. While not harmful, discolored water should not be consumed. Residents are advised to run their tap until the water is clear and cold.

To better manage this issue, DEP has deployed its mobile command bus to strategic locations across the city. This allows DEP to monitor open hydrant complaints, flow rates, and low water pressure reports in real time. Staffing levels have been increased to support hydrant patrol operations, enabling DEP to quickly dispatch field teams to close hydrants and assist the FDNY with any water-related issues.

Fire hydrants can be opened legally if fitted with a City-approved spray cap, which releases only 20 to 25 gallons per minute. This helps maintain water pressure and reduces the risk of someone, particularly a child, being injured by the force of the water. Spray caps can be requested by an adult 18 or over, free of charge, at local firehouses.

If you observe a running hydrant, please report it immediately by using the NYC 311 mobile app or by calling 311. Quick reporting helps DEP respond rapidly and maintain safe, reliable water service.

To report via the app:

• Open the NYC 311 app
• Tap “Request”
• Tap “Running Hydrant”
• Enter the location and submit

Or, simply call 311 and provide the location details.

DEP manages New York City’s water supply, providing approximately 1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water each day to nearly 10 million residents, including 8.5 million in New York City. The water is delivered from a watershed that extends more than 125 miles from the city, comprising 19 reservoirs and three controlled lakes. Approximately 7,000 miles of water mains, tunnels and aqueducts bring water to homes and businesses throughout the five boroughs, and 7,500 miles of sewer lines and 96 pump stations take wastewater to 14 in-city treatment plants. DEP also protects the health and safety of New Yorkers by enforcing the Air and Noise Codes and asbestos rules. For more information, visit nyc.gov/dep, like us on Facebook, or follow us on X and Instagram.

Commission on Government Efficiency Releases Preliminary Report to Make Government Work Better for New Yorkers

Report identifies opportunities to reform the City Charter to speed up outdoor dining, housing construction permitting, bus & street infrastructure, and contracting    

Report includes findings and reforms collected seven public hearings attended by over 780 New Yorkers    

The Commission on Government Efficiency (COGE), the 2026 New York City Charter Revision Commission convened by Mayor Mamdani, today released its preliminary staff report outlining potential reforms to help City government deliver faster and more effectively for New Yorkers. Charged with reviewing the entire City Charter, COGE welcomed more than 780 New Yorkers during its first 7 public hearings, heard 18 hours of testimony from 178 speakers, reviewed 345 written submissions from members of the public and received recommendations from 92 City agencies.

The preliminary report identifies four areas where reforms could help government better meet the needs of working New Yorkers: Accelerate Access to Public Space and Infrastructure Improvements, Accelerate Permitting & Contracting, Modernize Outdated Systems and Requirements to Bolster Innovation, and Ensure the City’s Fiscal Stability.

Areas identified for further exploration include, but are not limited to:  

• Outdoor Dining: Save restaurants time and money by streamlining process to open outdoor dining. 
• Permitting: Create a centralized, one-stop permitting system to speed up housing construction, infrastructure projects, and renovations.   
• Contracting: Modernize procurement to cut time, save money and reduce unnecessary paperwork that slows down small businesses seeking to do business with the city and delays construction of infrastructure -- from water tunnels to plazas to sewers. 
• Bus and Street Infrastructure: Shorten timelines for street redesigns and bus and bike lane projects that improve safety and mobility. 
• Rainy Day Fund: Strengthen the City’s long-term fiscal health by establishing clearer rules for contributing to and using reserve funds. 

“We listened to New Yorkers across the city and worked to treat every idea—and the New Yorker behind it, whether City worker or professional association or individual who saw a sign for a public hearing and walked in—with genuine curiosity and respect,” said Ann Cheng, Executive Director of the Commission on Government Efficiency. “This preliminary report compiles that feedback and suggests concrete paths as the Commission continues to hear from New Yorkers and considers commonsense reforms to the Charter.”

“This Commission is immensely grateful to the more than 780 New Yorkers who came out to testify or submit written comments, and we want even more of them in the room as we head into our next round of hearings,” said Patrick Gaspard, Chair of the Commission on Government Efficiency. “Our next steps will be deeply informed by their passionate testimonies, each of them experts either on their block or their industry, on how city government can worker faster and more efficiently. As this Commission considers reforms to put forth on the ballot in November, it will be guided by the shared goal of unlocking this City’s potential to deliver a more affordable, safe, and dignified life for all who call it home.”

Throughout its first round of public hearings, the Commission identified four broad areas where reforms to the City Charter could help government deliver more effectively for working families.

Accelerate Access to Public Space and Infrastructure Improvements

Making it easier to use our streets, sidewalks, and public space is an opportunity to create safer neighborhoods, stronger local businesses and more vibrant public spaces. Today, restaurant owners seeking sidewalk dining permits, communities advocating for safer bus and bike lanes and City agencies working to activate surplus properties all run into the same maze of redundant reviews, costly requirements, and years-long approval timelines.

The Commission repeatedly heard that these barriers leave public land underused, delay street safety improvements, and prevent the City from putting valuable public assets to work. New York City owns more than 6,000 miles of streets and 15,000 parcels of land. With smarter systems, those public assets can better serve New Yorkers.

Accelerate Permitting & Contracting

Whether opening a small business, building affordable housing, or delivering critical infrastructure, New Yorkers consistently describe procurement and construction permitting systems that move too slowly.

The Department of Buildings processes roughly 275,000 applications each year through a borough-based structure that has changed little in more than a century. Property owners must navigate multiple agencies to secure approvals for a single project. Procurement presents similar challenges. In Fiscal Year 2025, nearly 40% of the City's budget supported contracted goods and services, yet outdated rules continue to make it hard for small businesses and nonprofits to work with the city, a problem past commissions have flagged since 1989. Modernizing how the City permits and contracts is essential to delivering the housing, infrastructure, and services New Yorkers are waiting on while reducing unnecessary administrative burdens.

Modernize Outdated Systems & Requirements to Bolster Innovation

As governments serves millions of people every day, technology has become increasingly essential to delivering services efficiently and effectively.

The Commission heard that outdated information technology systems, antiquated legal requirements, and duplicative administrative processes slow City government without improving public outcomes. Nearly 1,500 new reporting requirements have been enacted since 2011, while outdated surety bond rules and fragmented waterfront permitting create unnecessary delays.

Modernizing these systems means eliminating rules that no longer serve the public so City workers can spend more time solving problems and delivering results.

Stabilize City Finances

With a budget larger than that of most states, New York City must manage public dollars responsibly while preparing for future economic uncertainty. The Commission heard strong support for strengthening the City's fiscal guardrails through clearer standards governing reserve deposits and withdrawals. Building stronger reserves during good times will help protect essential services during future downturns.

Fiscal responsibility and government efficiency go hand in hand. Every dollar saved by reducing waste and improving how government operates is a dollar that can be invested in the services New Yorkers rely on.

Additional Public Hearings

COGE will continue to hold public hearings across the five boroughs in the coming weeks as it develops proposals for the November ballot. More info about COGE can be found on nyc.gov/COGE.

Additional hearings include: 

• Staten Island – Monday, July 6, at 5 p.m. 
• Manhattan – Wednesday, July 8, 5 p.m. 
• Queens – Monday, July 13, at 5 p.m.