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Zoe Cosgrove

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New York
As seen in: News 12 Brooklyn, News 12 New Jersey, News 12 The Bronx, News 12 Westchester
Covers:  Breaking News, Crime, Investigative, Hyper-local

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Zoe Cosgrove’s Biography

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Digital-first content producer with hundreds of published bylines and experience in web and social production and breaking news writing. Demonstrated ability to handle dual newsroom responsibilities: producing digital content while independently running the nightside assignment desk. Experienced covering major crime, public safety incidents and community-focused stories across New York City.

I thoroughly enjoy writing and editing, and feel passionately about journalist integrity.

In 2023, I gra…

Zoe Cosgrove’s Journalist Portfolio

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At least 10 firefighters injured battling Greenpoint warehouse blaze

At least 10 firefighters injured battling Greenpoint warehouse blaze

Thick black smoke began billowing from the two-story recycling plant at 485 Scott Ave. around 3:45 p.m. Thurs…

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Man sentenced for randomly shooting Allerton gas station worker in 2022

Man sentenced for randomly shooting Allerton gas station worker in 2022

Termaine Saulsbury, 42, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, will serve 17 years behind bars for shooting the 59-ye…

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Ambulance driver charged for allegedly fatally striking woman in Midwood hit-and-run

Ambulance driver charged for allegedly fatally striking woman in Midwood hit-and-run

Michael Gontar, 42, was charged on Wednesday, nearly three months after he allegedly hit 44-year-old Cherry C…

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93-year-old woman identified as victim of Wakefield fatal hit-and-run

93-year-old woman identified as victim of Wakefield fatal hit-and-run

Lenora Campbell was struck by a motorcycle just before 2:30 p.m. Monday while she was crossing White Plains R…

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Woman arrested in connection to Norwood fatal shooting; 3 remain on the run

Woman arrested in connection to Norwood fatal shooting; 3 remain on the run

The NYPD's Warrant Squad took 22-year-old Diora Teal into custody around 2:30 p.m. Monday and charged her wit…

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Teen driver charged with attempted murder after ramming stolen car into officers in Fordham

Teen driver charged with attempted murder after ramming stolen car into officers in Fordham

Jayden Mendoza, 18, of Castle Hill, was taken into custody after he was shot in the arm by an officer during …

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Minivan Fatally Strikes Scooter Rider In Dyker Heights

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By Zoe Cosgrove
| News 12 Brooklyn Verified
A minivan struck and killed a scooter rider in Dyker Heights, police say. The NYPD identified the victim as 20-year-old Ajpop Walter, who was hit just blocks from his home. It happened just before 5:15 p.m. Wednesday near 14th Avenue and 77th Street. Police say Walter and the 2012 Toyota Sienna were both traveling southbound on 14th Avenue at the time of the crash. Paramedics rushed the 20-year-old to Maimonides Medical Center, where he died.
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Rideshare Driver Shot In The Face During Violent Robbery In Prospect Lefferts Gardens

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By Zoe Cosgrove
| News 12 Brooklyn Verified
A rideshare driver was shot in the face during a violent robbery in Prospect Lefferts Gardens, police say. The gunman entered the 21-year-old man's TLC cab in front of 525 Parkside Ave. just after 4 a.m. on July 11. According to police, the attacker threatened the driver before demanding he hand over money and his car keys. When the 21-year-old exited the car, the man pulled a gun on him and fired, striking him in the face. Paramedics rushed the driver to NYC Health and Hospitals/ Kings County.
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79 Year Old Woman Struck And Killed By Suv On East Flatbush Sidewalk

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By Zoe Cosgrove, Greg Thompson Verified
| News 12 Brooklyn Verified
Police say an SUV fatally struck a 79-year-old woman on the sidewalk in East Flatbush after it made too wide of a right turn going from Rutland Road onto East 92nd Street. The incident happened Friday around 1:30 p.m. The woman has now been identified by police as Yvette James, according to police. "There was just a loud bang, and I heard everyone screaming and running, " said Akeem Adams, who knew the victim from church.
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All-Academic Team

2020 - UC Santa Barbara Intercollegiate Women's Swimming

6x Dean's Honor Roll

2023 - The University of California, Santa Barbara

Granted to students at the end of each quarter who earn a grade-point average of 3.75 or higher.

Department of Communication Honor of Academic Excellence

2023 - The University of California, Santa Barbara

Earned an overall GPA of 3.85 or higher.

High Honors

2023 - The University of California, Santa Barbara