The NYPD confronted a car theft crew in Flushing on Friday morning, responding to reports of a burglary in progress at an auto repair shop. Officers encountered a group armed with firearms attempting to flee in vehicles. An officer fired his weapon during the chaotic scene, although no injuries were reported apart from the officer experiencing ear tinnitus. Police recovered four of the five stolen vehicles, while two suspects are in custody without charges as the investigation continues. This incident highlights an alarming increase in burglaries in the precinct, up 13.1% from last year.
The NYPD opened fire on a car theft crew during a burglary in Flushing, successfully recovering four vehicles amidst rising local crime rates.
The incident at the Express Auto Repair shop illustrates the ongoing struggle against rising burglary rates in the 109th Precinct, where burglaries have increased by 13.1%.
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