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local-news2 years ago•1 min saved

Tragic Discovery: Missing 13-Year-Old Kavion Brown Found Dead in East River

The body of 13-year-old Kavion Brown Godfrey, who went missing on October 20 after entering the East River, has been found. Witnesses reported seeing him struggling against the strong current before he disappeared. The family's attorney is questioning the responsibility of the Department of Education, as Godfrey was reportedly taken to the river by a man who identified himself as a coach. The Department of Education has expressed condolences and is providing additional support to the school community. Funeral arrangements are being made for Godfrey.

via CBS New York|

#department-of-education #east-river #investigation

crimerescue2 years ago•2 min saved

Dramatic Incident on Williamsburg Bridge: Two People Spotted Crawling as Police Investigate

Dramatic footage shows two people crawling on top of New York City's Williamsburg Bridge as police hunt for a suspect stranded 140 feet above the East River. The bridge was closed in both directions, causing severe travel delays. After several hours, the suspect was safely brought down and taken into custody. The bridge has since reopened, but residual delays are expected. This incident follows a recent rescue of a man threatening to jump from the same spot on the bridge.

via Daily Mail|

#crimerescue #east-river #new-york-city

tragedy2 years ago•1 min saved

13-year-old boy missing in East River after attempting dangerous jump

A 13-year-old boy, identified as Kavion Brown, disappeared in the East River in New York City after jumping in to prove to his friends that he could do it. Witnesses called 911 when he failed to resurface. Police believe he may have been trying to show off to his friends. Divers have been searching for him, but the search was temporarily suspended due to inclement weather. Foul play is not suspected, and the boy's family is keeping vigil nearby.

via New York Post |

#drowning #east-river #family-vigil

local-news2 years ago•2 min saved

Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Show Sparks East-West Turf War

The debate over the location of Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Show continues, with West Side residents advocating for a return to the Hudson River. Some West Side business owners and residents feel that the move to the East River has negatively impacted their businesses and accessibility to the show. New York City Councilmember Gale Brewer suggests alternating the location to accommodate both sides. Macy's cites factors such as show design, safety requirements, and available public viewing locations as determining the location each year. Despite the turf war, many residents simply enjoy the fireworks regardless of the location.

via CBS News|

#east-river #fireworks #hudson-river

eventstransportation2 years ago•2 min saved

"NYC's 2023 Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks: Closures, Safety Measures, and Where to Watch"

New York City is preparing for the Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks show, and as a result, there will be several street and bridge closures across the five boroughs. The closures will impact areas along the East River, including Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. Some of the major closures include FDR Drive, various streets between 1st Avenue and FDR Drive, and several bridges such as the Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan Bridge.

via NBC New York|

#east-river #eventstransportation #macys-fourth-of-july-fireworks

tragedy2 years ago•3 min saved

Tragedy Strikes NYC as Bodies of Missing Boys Found in Rivers.

The bodies of two boys, Alfa Barrie and Garrett Warren, who were believed to have accidentally drowned in the East River, have been found. Alfa's body was pulled from the Hudson River, and Garrett was found lifeless in the Harlem River. A fundraising effort is underway to help Alfa's family with the costs of his funeral and a trip to Africa. The boys were last seen climbing through a hole in a fence along the East River. A police investigation is underway to determine what happened to the boys.

via New York Daily News|

#bronx #drowning #east-river

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Missing Harlem Boy's Body Found in East River

The body of a missing 13-year-old boy, Garrett Warren, was found in the East River near the Madison Avenue Bridge. The NYPD had asked for the public's help to find Warren and another missing boy, Alfa Barrie, who were last seen together in Harlem. The search for Barrie is ongoing.

via WABC-TV|

#body-found #crime #east-river

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Possible Connection Found in Search for Missing Boys After Body Discovered in East River and Harlem River

The body of a boy, believed to be one of two missing boys last seen in Harlem, was found in the East River near the Madison Avenue Bridge. The victim has not been officially identified but was believed to be either 13-year-old Garrett Warren or 11-year-old Alfa Barrie. The NYPD is continuing to search for the second victim.

via WABC-TV|

#body-found #crime #east-river

wildlife2 years ago•1 min saved

NYPD rescues unexpected animal from East River.

NYPD officers rescued what they thought was a dog struggling in the East River in New York City, but it turned out to be a coyote. The animal was safely removed from the river using a snare pole and taken to a veterinarian. Coyotes are common in NYC, but residents are encouraged to take precautions to safely coexist with the animals.

via Yahoo News|

#coyote #east-river #new-york-city