Founded by a Yemeni migrant and boasting at least 30 members, the Muslim Community Patrol's (MCP) main aim is to be the "eyes and ears" of Brooklyn's Muslim community. With uniforms and marked cars complete with sirens, the group could easily be mistaken for regular police - but don't be fooled. The patrolmen are unarmed and have no police powers. Instead, the group radios to police if they encounter something that requires police action - or firepower. The volunteer-based organization is believed to be the first Muslim 'patrol' of its kind in the United States.
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