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Queens Homeowner Fights Intruder Amid Rising Crime Fear

1/22/2026

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Moshe Borukh, a homeowner in Queens, confronted an intruder with his licensed firearm early Tuesday morning.
The intruder rummaged through Borukh's kitchen and attempted to steal his Bentley, then fled.
Borukh says the rise in robberies is due to the area's proximity to highways, enabling escapes.
He expressed concern about criminals escaping accountability and urged homeowners to understand their rights.
Borukh's family remains shaken by the incident.

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Moshe Borukh, a homeowner in Queens, confronted an intruder with his licensed firearm early Tuesday morning.
The intruder rummaged through Borukh's kitchen and attempted to steal his Bentley, then fled.
Borukh says the rise in robberies is due to the area's proximity to highways, enabling escapes.
He expressed concern about criminals escaping accountability and urged homeowners to understand their rights.
Borukh's family remains shaken by the incident.