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27-Year-Old Killed In Crash On Highway In Westchester
Authorities are investigating a single-vehicle crash on a highway in Westchester that left a man dead. New York State Police said on Monday, July 8, that the crash happened on Saturday, July 6, just after 10 p.m., when a 2017 BMW motorcycle collided with a guard rail on northbound I-87 in…
Woman charged in 18-count indictment for torture killing of girlfriend
WHITE PLAINS – A Westchester County grand jury has indicted a 41-year-old New Rochelle woman on charges that she tortured and killed her girlfriend, 27-year-old Concetta Morton. Kenya Tilford was charged with two counts of murder, strangulation, concealment of a human corpse, tampering with physical evidence, two counts of...
New video shows gunman who shot kids in Bronx McDonald's: NYPD
Newly released surveillance footage shows the masked gunman police say shot two young boys inside a Bronx McDonald's and fled the scene, authorities say. It shows the shooter strolling across the floor of the fast food restaurant on White Plains Road in Allerton around 10 p.m. Saturday. He appears to have a thin build, though his facial features are difficult to make out.
'Happy-Go-Lucky' Westchester Police Officer Killed In Highlands Crash
The crash occurred in Orange County at approximately 1:50 p.m. on Sunday, July 7, in the town of Highlands on Route 9W northbound according to Trooper Steven Nevel of the New York State Police. Port Chester Police Officer Christopher Bernal, who was driving a 2004 Honda motorcycle northbound on SR...
Teen girls who drowned off Coney Island ID’d as sisters who were ‘just gonna have their last swim,’ family says
Two teenage girls who drowned off Coney Island over Fourth of July weekend were sisters who had just jumped into the ocean for their last swim of the day when they vanished, heartbroken family members told The Post. Aisha Mohammed, 18, and Zainab Mohammed, 17, of the Bronx were reported missing around 8:10 p.m. Friday near Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn by a caller who said they “entered the water and disappeared from view,” a police spokesman said. The teens were found on the shoreline at 9:15 p.m. and rushed to Coney Island Hospital, where they were pronounced dead, the NYPD said. “They were just...
Friday marks 7 years since NYPD officer Miosotis Familia gunned down in the Bronx
Friday marks seven years since NYPD officer Miosotis Familia was gunned down while sitting in a patrol vehicle in the Bronx.The 48-year-old mother of three was shot just blocks away from the 46 Precinct on July 5, 2017 -- assassinated while sitting in a mobile command unit with her partner.A somber memorial service was held at the 46 Precinct on Friday -- with Familia's family in attendance.Officers confronted the shooter and fatally shot him.A mural depicting Familia was unveiled in 2019. It was specifically placed on the side of the precinct to watch over and "smile down" on the officers stationed there.ALSO READ | Man suspected of driving drunk in deadly nail salon crash arraigned as community mourns victimsLucy Yang was at the vigil, where hundreds came to mourn the victims.----------* More Bronx news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts* Follow us on YouTubeSubmit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
Beloved Bronx DJ known as ‘Mr. Cool’ dies two weeks after mystery beating at his home
A popular local DJ known in his neighborhood as “Mr. Cool” has died two weeks after another man pummeled him at his Bronx home, police said Sunday. Brokenhearted pals described Mark Gocul, 50, as a “staple in the uptown music industry” and “the coolest dude” whose violent end came as a complete shock. “He was a good person. Never no argument with people, none of that,” said one friend, John ...
Person found dead inside sleeping bag on Manhattan street
A person was found dead inside a sleeping bag in Manhattan.The discovery was made just before 5 p.m. Friday on 207 E. 27th Street when officers responded to reports of a suspicious package.Officers then saw the sleeping bag and discovered the dead body inside.Eyewitnesses say the body was left with the trash on the street.The gender of the body is unknown. An investigation is underway.ALSO READ | Man suspected of driving drunk in deadly nail salon crash arraigned as community mourns victimsLucy Yang was at the vigil, where hundreds came to mourn the victims.----------* Get Eyewitness News Delivered* More Manhattan news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts* Follow us on YouTubeSubmit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
2 children shot inside McDonald's in the Bronx
Two children were shot inside a McDonald's in the Bronx, police say.It happened Saturday just before 10 p.m. on 2516 White Plains Rd. in Allerton.A 12-year-old was shot in the left thigh and back and a 13-year-old was shot in the left leg. They were both taken to the hospital where they are expected to survive.The suspect fled the scene. Police do not have a description at this time.The circumstances surrounding the shooting are unknown.ALSO READ | Man suspected of driving drunk in deadly nail salon crash arraigned as community mourns victimsLucy Yang was at the vigil, where hundreds came to mourn the victims.----------* More Bronx news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts* Follow us on YouTubeSubmit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
Englewood Principal Daniela Small-Bailey Killed In Crash
The school's principal, Dr. Daniela Small-Bailey, was killed in a crash in South Africa on July Fourth, her district announced. Small-Bailey died alongside her son, Sidanii Bell, and were among four people killed in the head-on crash involving a police car near Dullstroom at approximately 4:20 p.m., South African Police Service Acting Provincial Commissioner Major General Zeph Mkhwanazi said.
'She Was A Survivor:' Loved Ones Mourn Loss Of Woman, 32, Killed By Train In Garfield
She was a two-time liver transplant recipient. She was nine months sober. The 32-year-old Wallington resident had a new boyfriend, Richard Black, and the two were in love. But on Wednesday, July 3, Tara died by suicide, throwing herself in front of a train near the Plauderville Station in Garfield, behind her boyfriend's home, loved ones and NJ Transit officials tell Daily Voice.
Tarrytown fire crew saves distressed swimmers during Fourth of July fireworks show
Capt. William Logan knows about being prepared for emergencies. He has been with the Tarrytown Fire Department for multiple decades. During the Fourth of July fireworks show this year, that preparedness really paid off.
Cortlandt Domestic Dispute Ends With Felony Arrest of Peekskill Man
News was just recently released by the New York State Police, detailing an incident that transpired last week in the Town of Cortlandt in Westchester County. According to the official press release just released by the NYSP, the incident in question occurred last week on Tuesday June 18,2024. Members of the New York State Police were alerted to and responded to a domestic dispute call in Cortlandt.
Spring Valley Police Investigate Harassment of Jewish Children
Spring Valley police are investigating a series of incidents in which a person allegedly ran after and yelled at Jewish children multiple times over the weekend. The incidents occurred on Shabbos and Sunday in the Ridge Avenue area in Spring Valley. The authorities are taking these reports seriously and are...
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