Dyker Heights was shaken this Mother’s Day weekend, as one of its own was attacked. Sixty-nine year old Carmela BoccadiFuoco was attacked in her own kitchen. The thief was under the mistaken impression that his real target, her 97 year old mother, was alone. Surprised by BoccadiFuoco, he clubbed her on the head. The wound required 27 stitches.
The neighborhood is beginning to feel targeted, and has asked that police patrols be stepped up. Borough President Marty Markowitz released this statement: “I have spoken with commanders at Brooklyn South and the 68th Precinct about the recent incidents in Dyker Heights, and they have assured me there will be increased police patrols in the neighborhood from now through the summer. Friday night’s attack on Mrs. Boccadifuoco was particularly vicious, and I assured her that my office and law enforcement will do everything possible to apprehend the thug responsible, and ensure the ongoing safety of the residents of Dyker Heights.”
Anxieties remain high. “This is becoming a trend; I keep hearing about robberies,” says Sandy Regan. “Its feels like a form of terrorism.” Retired officer Sacco, also a resident, was more upbeat. “I wouldn’t worry, now that this made news, crooks will avoid the area for a while, at least the smart ones.”
While crime is still relatively low in the area the best thing anyone anywhere can do is remain alert, and call the police with suspicious activity. Dave Koehler had his work van robbed in front of house on 12th and Ovington a few months back. “My neighbor called me but I didn’t hear the phone.” While he lost thousands of dollars in equipment, he says “I wish they had called the cops first.” Called much later, the police were unable to help as they had no leads to pursue the suspects.
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