Latest news with #IsaacSchleifer
CBS News
6 days ago
- CBS News
Baltimore's Mount Washington neighborhood sees increase in break-ins
Baltimore Police are bolstering their presence in the Mount Washington neighborhood after several break-ins and attempted break-ins were reported in the past few weeks, according to a city councilman. Councilman Isaac "Yitzy" Schleifer took to Facebook Tuesday to raise concerns about the rise in crime and to call on residents to share information that could aid in the investigation. According to Councilman Schleifer, there were five break-ins and several attempts reported in the Mount Washington neighborhood between July 30 and Tuesday, August 12. Data from the Baltimore Police Department shows that there were seven burglary cases reported in the neighborhood between August 1 and August 7. On August 1, a burglary was reported in the 2500 block of Whitney Avenue. Two cases were reported in the 5700 block of Pimlico Road on August 1, two burglaries were reported in the 2000 block of Carterdale Road on August 7, and two more were reported in the 6100 block of Eastcliff Drive on August 8. During July, a total of five burglaries were reported in the Mount Washington neighborhood, according to police data. In June, another five cases were reported. According to Councilman Schleifer, police obtained photos of a suspect, but they are not able to identify the person using the technology due to facial recognition restrictions in Maryland. "Investigators are actively pursuing multiple leads and are preparing a Metro Crime Stoppers flyer. Once approved, we will share it widely with the community," Councilman Schleifer said in his post. For now, Baltimore police will deploy officers to patrol the neighborhood overnight, around the times when the previous break-ins occurred, Schleifer said. Patrol and tactical units have also been directed to increase their presence in the neighborhood. Anyone with information about the break-ins is asked to call 911. In July, Baltimore reported 319 burglaries across the city, only a slight decline from the 323 cases reported in June, data shows. Between June 1, 2024, and August 31, 2024, the city recorded 409 victims of break-ins and robberies, police data shows. According to the latest data, break-ins and burglary cases have nearly tripled every year since 2021.
CBS News
28-05-2025
- General
- CBS News
Baltimore rabbi assaulted in attempted carjacking in the Park Heights community
A 62-year-old rabbi was assaulted during an attempted carjacking on Saturday, May 24, in Baltimore's Park Heights neighborhood, prompting renewed concerns about public safety and antisemitic violence within the city's Jewish community. Rabbi Emanuel Goldfeiz was taking out the trash behind his home at the Park Towers West condominium when he was approached by two suspects, according to Baltimore police. The suspects punched him in the face in an apparent attempt to steal his vehicle. Baltimore City Councilman Isaac "Yitzy" Schleifer said the suspects ran away after Goldfeiz produced a legally owned firearm. "Until he pulled out a firearm that he legally owned, that got them off of him," Schleifer said. "His back is very sore. He got hit in the face, so he's still feeling it, like anybody would after being so violently assaulted." Medics treated Goldfeiz at the scene for minor injuries. The suspects remain at large, and police are continuing their investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Baltimore police. The attack on the rabbi comes amid a reported uptick in carjackings across Baltimore. Police data shows 23 reported carjackings in the past month, a slight increase from the same period last year. Safety concerns ramped up within Jewish communities Schleifer said the attack has intensified concerns in the local Jewish community, which has seen a rise in threats and violence nationwide. "It's coming at a tremendous cost to the community," Schleifer said. "They are increasing their security spending, whether it be for cameras, setting up secured doors, or other protective measures." Though police have not classified the assault as a hate crime, Schleifer stressed the importance of remaining vigilant. "You have to be aware of your surroundings, especially at night," Schleifer said. "It really is unfortunate because it shouldn't have to be that way." Shooting deaths of Israeli Embassy staffers On May 21, two staffers of the Israeli Embassy were shot and killed after attending an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. The event, put on by the American Jewish Committee (AJC), celebrated young Jewish leaders. Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim were identified as the shooting victims. Elias Rodriguez, a 30-year-old from Chicago, is facing two counts of first-degree murder. The shooting is being investigated as a hate crime and an "act of terrorism." Police presence is increasing to protect from hate crimes Maryland law enforcement has said it is stepping up patrols to protect from hate crimes. Baltimore County Police said it would increase presence and patrols around places of worship, community centers, and other sensitive areas, in Pikesville specifically, given the large Jewish community there. The Baltimore Police Department and the Howard County Police Department also said they would increase patrols and presence similarly.
