Weekly Safety Report: Shootings, Robbery, and Murder Raise Concerns in Albany, New York

This week in Albany, New York, several incidents occurred that raised concerns about safety in the city. These incidents included a shooting on Christmas Day where a woman was critically injured, a separate shooting where a woman was shot in the head, a robbery at a local store, and a murder that highlighted concerns about domestic violence. Investigations are ongoing for all of these incidents.

A woman suffered a critical injury from a gunshot wound to the head on Christmas Day in Albany. The shooting occurred in the early hours of the morning on State Street. The woman was swiftly administered first aid and taken to Albany Medical Center in critical condition. Investigations into the shooting are ongoing.

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Woman in critical condition after being shot in the head Christmas morning

WRGB12-25-2023

A woman was shot in the head on Christmas morning near the 700 block of State Street. She was treated on the scene and transported to Albany Medical Center in critical condition. The investigation is ongoing.

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• Woman in critical condition after being shot in the head Christmas morning

Woman shot in head in Albany

WNYT12-25-2023

A woman was shot in the head on State Street in Albany. She was taken to Albany Medical Center, and her condition is currently unknown. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

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Albany man charged with robbery Saturday , burglary and larceny in September

WRGB12-24-2023

An Albany man was charged in connection with a robbery that occurred at a Price Chopper store on Central Avenue. The man entered the store, stole items, and threatened a victim with a knife before fleeing. He was later taken into custody without incident.

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Albany Murder Raises Alarming Concerns About Domestic Violence

New York News12-26-2023

A 40-year-old woman was arrested on charges of second-degree murder after the death of a 74-year-old man in Albany. The incident took place in their shared residence, and the nature of their relationship remains unclear. The investigation is ongoing.

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