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The fire at 1028 Post Ave. was caused by a "careless discard of smoking materials," the FDNY said.

The man tried to grab the purse then pushed the woman to the ground and fled, police said.

Louise Hermida, 75, was killed and her son was also injured in the attack, police said.

Police are hunting 40-year-old Juan Estrella.

The NYPD is asking for help finding a prisoner who escaped police custody Saturday.

Darren Flowers, 31, was arrested Thursday after punching the pregnant Garner in the stomach.

Two 14-year-olds were arrested for the attack, police say.

A thief stole a tip jar from Smooch Cafe at 264 Carlton Ave. last week, police said.

The man was wearing a uniform with an NYPD tie clip and lapel pin, police said.

A trio of suspects stabbed the man before fleeing with cash from the register, police said.

The city proceeded with the contract over the comptroller's objections.

Salvatore Lucchesse was indicted Friday for killing Jaden Jordan, prosecutors said.

Stephanie Gonzalez was last seen leaving her Amsterdam Avenue home on Jan. 27, police said.

In wake of several deaths, experts say NYPD should take a proactive role in the city's ACS.

Gregory Smith was charged with criminal impersonation.