Drunk Cop Crashed Into Cars, DA Says | NYC Top Stories

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Here are the top five stories around New York City:

1. A man was injured after being struck by a J train in Williamsburg Tuesday morning, police said. Witnesses spotted the man on the tracks with leg and head injuries but conscious, officials added. (Read more on Patch.)

2. A seven-story building partially collapsed in The Bronx on Monday night, leaving behind a pile of rubble — but no serious injuries, officials said. Firefighters combed through a pile of debris that stood 12 feet high in spots, authorities said. (Read more on Patch.)

3. Rent growth slowed in November around the city, a new study found — with the median asking rent falling 2.8 percent from October. That reflects rising inventory across the city, StreetEasy said. (Read more on Patch.)

4. Authorities have identified the man found dead in a Central Park playground Monday. (Read more on Patch.)

5. A New York City Police officer was arrested in Brooklyn after driving under the influence and crashing into another car, prosecutors said. The off-duty officer, a 17-year veteran of the department, reportedly refused to take a breath test. (Read more on Patch.)