Burglaries in the 72nd Precinct are up 120 percent from this time last year, due in large part to a recent spate in Sunset Park. Shoddy locks and improper safety measures have a lot to do with it, Inspector Pintos said. Police recommend taking basic precautions–make sure doors are shut properly when you leave the house, and replace old or flimsy locks and bolts.

Two men in their early 20s were badly stabbed near Greenwood Cemetery on March 16, the Inspector said. Carlos Perez and Fernando Simon were walking along on 26th Street between Fourth and Fifth Avenues when they were confronted by one or two men. Perez and Simon were rushed to Lutheran hospital where last week they remained in critical condition. Police said the investigation is ongoing.

Things do look a bit grim, but here is some perspective: while crime may be up 12.32 percent this year in the 72nd precinct, it is down 21.92 percent from this time in 2008.

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Igloo, by Robert Aguilar

The weather meant business again today. Robert Aguilar sent in a picture of this shelter from the storm down on 56th Street between Sixth and Seventh Avenues. It looks like at least a few kids down in Sunset Park enjoyed their snow day. Sunset Park Stills also added another nice shot to its collection.

Sunset Park got nearly 15 inches, NY1 reported. This was the biggest storm this winter. Alternate side parking rules are suspended tomorrow, by the by, and no trash pickups for now, in case you were wondering…

Have more images of Sunset Park after SnowtoriousBIG? Send them in to sunsetparkchron@gmail.com