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Police arrested the suspect using the wounded officer's own handcuffs, said Chief of Detectives James Essig.
Police arrested the suspect using the wounded officer's own handcuffs, said Chief of Detectives James Essig. (Peter Senzamici/Patch)

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Pseudo Car Salesman Arrested After Off-Duty BK Cop Shot In Head: NYPD

Randy Jones, 38, stands accused of shooting 66th Precinct Officer Adeed Fayaz — a father of two — in the head Saturday, police said.

Park Slope's DII Gets Extended Lease At 9th Street Location

The beloved discount store will remain in place until this fall, reads a new banner out front.

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Marcy Houses Scholarship Now Accepting Applications

The scholarship gives students in the Marcy Houses $1, 000 towards an undergraduate degree, a trade or vocational school.

Demolition Permits Filed For Crown Heights Parking Garage

Nearly 80 apartments will replace the Sterling Place garage, according to building records.

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