The Greenpoint neighborhood in Brooklyn is finally breathing a sigh of relief as the notorious “Greenpoint goon” Christopher Boissard, 33, has been arrested and is now behind bars at Rikers Island on $30,000 bail. This arrest comes after yet another alleged groping attack on a woman on July 5, adding to his long history of terrorizing the neighborhood.
Boissard has been a source of fear for locals for nearly a decade, with 39 arrests since 2011. Despite his troubling behavior and status as a level 3 sex offender, he has managed to evade serious jail time due to court records indicating he is “deaf and mute,” making it challenging to place him in a long-term treatment facility.
One resident, Janet Velez, expressed relief that Boissard is finally behind bars, emphasizing the need for him to receive proper psychiatric treatment to address his violent behavior. Other residents shared similar sentiments, highlighting instances of Boissard harassing and assaulting women in the neighborhood.
The latest arrest involved Boissard allegedly fondling a woman outside a local store, leading to his apprehension and indictment by a grand jury. While he awaits arraignment, he is being held on bail, with prosecutors emphasizing the need for him to receive mental treatment.
Locals, including shopkeepers like Babu Davnath and Rajiv Ahmed, shared their experiences dealing with Boissard, with some resorting to keeping metal rods and pepper spray on hand to protect themselves. The community is calling for justice to be served and for Boissard to receive the necessary treatment to prevent further incidents of harassment and assault.
The repeated arrests and releases of Boissard have left many community members feeling unsafe and anxious, with some recounting harrowing encounters with the violent offender. As the neighborhood grapples with the aftermath of Boissard’s reign of terror, there is a collective hope that he will receive the help he needs while being held accountable for his actions.
