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del.icio.usHere’s at least one reason to love the cold weather: criminals aren’t showing up for work.
Police data shows a dramatic decrease in violent crimes during this cold snap. Rapes, robberies and other brutal acts were down nearly 28 percent in the 84th Precinct, which covers Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO, during that time, and the figures fell by just under 18 percent in Park Slope’s 78th Precinct.
In Bay Ridge’s 68th Precinct, crime fell by more than 31 percent in the past month and was nearly cut in half over the last seven days.
“The rain, the sleet and the snow are a policeman’s best friend,” said Police Officer Ronnie Fagan, a two-decade veteran with the 84th Precinct. “The connection is unequivocal.”
Of course, the brass doesn’t like to credit the weather for the fine work of its officers.
“I see the cops are working harder and smarter than they ever have — and they’re deployed at the right place and time,” said Capt. Michael Kemper, commanding officer of the 76th Precinct of Carroll Gardens and Red Hook, where crime dropped more than 21 percent between Feb. 26 and March 3, and is down nearly 24 percent this year.
“We’re taking a more proactive approach,” added Capt. Eric Rodriguez, the CO at the 68th Precinct.
Still, many Brooklynites are praying for cold.
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