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Weekly Safety Report: DWI Arrest and Fragrance Theft in Patchogue, New York
Two incidents occurred in Patchogue, New York this week. In the first incident, a Patchogue man was arrested for driving while intoxicated with three children in the car. The man was pulled over on Sunrise Highway after swerving, and he now faces charges of aggravated DWI under Leandra's Law. In the second incident, three men are wanted for stealing over $3,300 worth of fragrances from Ulta. The theft occurred at the Patchogue store on Sunrise Highway in October. Police are seeking information from the public regarding this incident.
Weekly Safety Report: Drug Bust and Pension Theft Shake Binghamton, New York
Two incidents occurred in Binghamton, New York this week. In the first incident, police seized 114 grams of cocaine and arrested two individuals during a drug bust. The Metro SWAT team provided assistance during the execution of a search warrant, leading to the discovery of cocaine and packaging materials. In the second incident, a 58-year-old woman was charged with stealing nearly $32,000 in pension payments intended for her deceased father-in-law. She allegedly used the funds for personal purchases and withdrew cash from the deceased's bank account.
Weekly Safety Report: Wrong-Way Crash, Infant Overdose, Bridge Jump, and Police Activities in Tioga County, New York
This week in Tioga County, New York, there were several incidents that required attention from law enforcement and emergency responders. These incidents include a wrong-way crash resulting in injuries, an infant fentanyl overdose, the recovery of a body from a river after a jump from a bridge, and various arrests made by the Owego Police Department.
Weekly Safety Report: Package Theft and Gift Card Scams Hit Cortland, NY
Cortland Police in New York are investigating two incidents this week. The first incident involves the theft of packages from a home on Madison Street on December 14. The second incident highlights an increase in gift card scams, where scammers pose as authorities and request victims to purchase gift cards and provide the codes on the back. The elderly are the main target of these scams.
Weekly Safety Report: Fire at Georgia-Pacific Corp. and New Police Chief Confirmed in Plattsburgh
Two incidents occurred in Plattsburgh, New York this week. The first incident involved a fire at Georgia-Pacific Corp. on Margaret Street. Firefighters responded to a machine fire that had spread to adjacent areas, including the duct work. The second incident confirmed Peter Mitchell as the new police chief of Plattsburgh during a Common Council meeting. Mitchell was praised for his skills, attitude, and trust within the department.
Weekly Safety Report: Car-Bicycle Collision and Stolen Property Arrests in Watertown, NY
Two incidents occurred in Watertown, New York this week. In the first incident, a car struck a bicyclist on State Street, causing damage to the vehicle's windshield. The injured person was taken to Samaritan Medical Center, but no further information about their injuries was provided. In the second incident, three individuals from the North Country were arrested for felony criminal possession of stolen property. They were found in possession of a stolen 2021 Bobcat skid-steer and a stolen equipment trailer.
Weekly Safety Report: Threats at Court and Dog Rescue in Essex County, New York
This week in Essex County, New York, two incidents occurred. In the first incident, a man was accused of making threats at Schroon Lake Court. No one was harmed, and the man was later found and transported to the State Police station for questioning. There is no threat to the community, and the investigation is ongoing. In the second incident, Lake Placid firefighters rescued a dog from chilly waters. The dog was caught in a river of rushing water and unable to get back to land. Firefighters worked together to save the animal and return it to its owner. A warning about fast-moving waters was issued due to recent rain.
Weekly Safety Report: Box Truck Fire and First Amendment Concerns in Batavia, New York
This week in Batavia, New York, two incidents were reported. The first incident involved a box truck hauling mattresses that caught fire on Veterans Memorial Drive. The Town of Batavia Fire Department responded to the scene and successfully controlled the fire. The second incident was a Q&A session with Superintendent Jason Smith and Board President John Marucci regarding the arrest of Kate Long, a Batavia mother. The arrest raised concerns about First Amendment rights and whether public officials should seek to have citizens arrested for expressing their concerns over public business.
Weekly Safety Report: Chasing Incident, Truck Fire, and Q&A Session in Genesee County, New York
This week in Genesee County, New York, there were three notable incidents. A man was chased by a woman near Texaco Town, a box truck hauling mattresses caught fire on Veterans Memorial Drive, and there was a Q&A session regarding the arrest of Kate Long, a Batavia mother. Law enforcement and the Town of Batavia Fire Department responded to these incidents.
Weekly Safety Report: Lockerbie Flight Bombing Anniversary and Spring Valley Police Department Expansion
This week in Rockland County, New York, two incidents were bookmarked for the weekly safety report. The first incident commemorated the 35th anniversary of the Pan Am Lockerbie flight bombing, which claimed the lives of 270 people, including seven individuals from the Hudson Valley. The second incident highlighted the groundbreaking ceremony for a building expansion project at the Spring Valley Police Department, aiming to enhance the locker rooms and create a new evidence room.
Weekly Safety Report: Car Collision and Arrest in Lakewood, New York
Two incidents occurred in Lakewood, New York this week. The first incident involved a car collision near the Lakewood Kwik Fill, resulting in three individuals being transported by ambulance and a disruption of westbound traffic. The second incident involved the arrest of a 55-year-old man on charges of Petit Larceny and Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument 2nd by the Lakewood-Busti Police.
Weekly Safety Report: Forged Bill and Investment Scam Hit Rensselaer County, New York
Two incidents occurred in Rensselaer County, New York, within a two-week period. In the first incident, Thomas Burdick was arrested for attempting to use a forged $20 bill. In the second incident, Richard Yasnis scammed two women out of a total of $167,000 by posing as a licensed investment advisor. Both incidents resulted in arrests by the authorities.
Weekly Safety Report: Police Chase and School Stabbing Raise Concerns in Middletown, New York
This week in Middletown, New York, two incidents occurred that raised concerns for public safety. The first incident involved a police chase that originated in Walden and ended on an I-84 entrance ramp off Route 17 in Middletown. State police were seen searching the area with a K-9 unit. The second incident took place at Monhagen Middle School, where a 13-year-old student allegedly stabbed another student during a violent hallway attack. The assailant has been charged with attempted murder, assault, and criminal possession of a weapon.
Weekly Safety Report: Robbery, Disturbance, Larcenies, and Attorney Arrest in Riverhead, New York
This week in Riverhead, New York, there were several incidents reported to the police. These incidents include a robbery at an apartment complex, various disturbances and thefts, and an arrest of an attorney for stealing from parties in a real estate transaction.
Weekly Safety Report: Fire Destroys Home, Urgent Search for Missing Teen in Seaford
Two incidents occurred in Seaford, New York this week. The first incident involved a fire that destroyed a home on Parkview Avenue. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire is under investigation. The second incident is a missing person case involving a 15-year-old named Elijah Major. He was last seen at his residence in Seaford, and the police are seeking information from the public to locate him.
Weekly Safety Report: Domestic Dispute and Vandalism Incidents in Boonville, New York
This week in Boonville, New York, two incidents occurred that required police intervention. In the first incident, a local resident was arrested following a domestic dispute. The individual is facing charges of criminal mischief and disobeying a court order. The second incident involved vandalism at a local park, where two male juveniles were issued appearance tickets for stealing a sign and damaging trash receptacles.
Weekly Safety Report: Dog Jailbreak and Aggravated DWI Incident in Niagara Falls, NY
This week in Niagara Falls, New York, two incidents occurred that required police intervention. In the first incident, a dog named Bugsy managed to escape from her kennel at the Niagara SPCA, gaining attention on social media and resulting in a field trip and involvement of a Niagara County Sheriff's deputy. However, Bugsy is still in need of a permanent home. The second incident involved a woman named Claudia E. Charette, who was arrested for aggravated driving while intoxicated after her car collided with a New York State Police vehicle. Charette refused to take field sobriety tests.
Weekly Safety Report: Drug Transaction, Scam Bust, School Bus Collision, and DWI Arrests hit Ithaca
This week in Ithaca, New York, several incidents occurred that require attention in the weekly safety report. These incidents include a drug transaction resulting in the arrest of an individual, an Uber driver assisting in the bust of a scam targeting an elderly couple, a school bus collision with a tree branch causing a broken window but no injuries, and a significant increase in DWI arrests in the past six months.
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