Welcome to the 70th Precinct's official page, serving the residents of Flatbush and Midwood in Brooklyn.
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06/22/2026
70th Precinct Community Council Meeting
🗓️ On, June 24, 2025
đź“Ť Location: 175 Lawrence Avenue
🕢 Time: 7:30 pm
Contact 70th Precinct Community Affairs for any questions:
đź’»[email protected]
06/22/2026
🚨Jewelry Scam Alert🚨
Scammers may approach from a vehicle offering jewelry, gifts, or asking for directions to gain your trust. Never allow strangers to place jewelry on you or handle your valuables.đź’Ť
Stay alert. Keep your distance, and report suspicious activity to 911.đź“ž
06/22/2026
💻📦Buying or selling online? The NYPD encourages you to use one of our “E-Commerce Exchane Zones” at every Precinct, Transit District, and PSA. These areas are well lit and have 24/7 surveillance. You don’t have to come inside & there is no need to make an appointment.
06/22/2026
đź‘śPurse & Wallet Safety
Stay aware of your surroundings and keep your bag close to your body. Avoid wrapping straps around you, and be prepared to let go if confronted.
In crowded areas, watch for bumps—it could be a distraction.
06/22/2026
Identity Theft requires only a few pieces of valid personal information. Such as name, address, DOB, social security #.
Protect your credit & identity.
-Never provide personal info. over the phone
-Shred bills
Contact: Equifax, Experian or TransUnion if you are a victim of fraud.
06/22/2026
If you get a text saying “Enforcement Action Initiated,” It’s a Scam!
❌Do not click
❌Do not scan
❌Do not pay
Report and block the sender.
Government agencies will NEVER send legal notices by text or QR code.
06/22/2026
🚨SCAM ALERT🚨
Scammers may contact you by call, text, email, or even in person — often claiming urgency or a “problem/prize.” They’ll ask for money via Zelle/Venmo, wire transfer, gift cards, or crypto.
👉Don’t respond to unknown messages
👉Never pay with gift cards
06/16/2026
Motorcycle, moped, and electric scooter theft preventions tips.
Protect your ride:
đź”’Always lock the ignition
đź’ˇPark in well-lit areas
đź“ŤConsider alarms or GPS tracking
🛵Don’t leave it running
Stay alert and report suspicious activity!