A coordinated effort between two Shomrim organizations and law enforcement agencies has resulted in the arrest of a suspect involved in the armed robbery of a USPS worker in Crown Heights.

Armed Robbery

On September 9th, 2024, two men held up a postal worker at gunpoint on Union Street, stealing a large amount of mail. The U.S. Postal Police quickly reached out to local authorities for assistance.

Key Break in the Case

Crown Heights Shomrim obtained crucial details, including an image and license plate of the suspects’ vehicle, and shared this with other Shomrim groups. On September 19th, Boro Park Shomrim spotted the vehicle and began tailing it while keeping in constant communication with the NYPD.

Arrest and Conclusion

With real-time updates from the Shomrim teams, NYPD officers intercepted the vehicle in Crown Heights, arresting the driver. The swift collaboration between Shomrim and law enforcement agencies played a vital role in resolving this case.