Weekly Safety Report: Kidnapping, Legal Dispute, and Shootout Raise Concerns in Saratoga County, New York

This week in Saratoga County, New York, several incidents occurred that raised concerns about safety in the area. These incidents include the kidnapping of a 9-year-old girl from a campground, a legal dispute over the use of certain words in a murder trial, and a shootout in downtown Saratoga Springs. While these incidents are alarming, it is important to remain calm and gather the facts to ensure the safety of the community.

` Pure torture ' : Family of 9-year-old girl kidnapped from NY campground and held captive for days speaks out

New York Post12-22-2023

Summary: A 9-year-old girl was abducted from Moreau Lake State Park during a family camping trip. The child went missing while riding her bike, causing widespread concern. After several days, the ordeal came to an end, and the family is now trying to help the child resume her normal life.

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• ` Pure torture ' : Family of 9-year-old girl kidnapped from NY campground and held captive for days speaks out

Defense attorneys reiterate request that Gillis should n't be called victim

WNYT12-19-2023

Summary: Defense attorneys for Kevin Monahan, accused of shooting and killing a woman in his driveway, are requesting that the words "victim" or "perpetrator" not be used during the trial. They argue that these words imply a crime has been committed. Monahan is charged with second-degree murder for allegedly killing Kaylin Gillis, who was a passenger in a vehicle that mistakenly entered his driveway.

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• Defense attorneys reiterate request that Gillis should n't be called victim

Utica man gets no jail time in Saratoga Springs shootout

WNYT12-19-2023

Summary: A man from Utica engaged in a shootout with another individual in downtown Saratoga Springs. The incident, captured on video surveillance, involved both men firing guns. The Utica man, Alex Colon, pleaded guilty and received a one-year conditional discharge. If he stays out of trouble, he will not face any jail time.

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• Utica man gets no jail time in Saratoga Springs shootout

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