Weekly Safety Report: Christmas Fire and Stolen Car Incident Raise Concerns in Washington County, New York

This week in Washington County, New York, two incidents occurred that raised concerns about safety. The first incident involved a Christmas fire in Cossayuna, which destroyed a home, multiple structures, and several cars. The fire was believed to be accidental, and thankfully, everyone inside the house escaped safely. The second incident took place in Greenwich, where two men were arrested for stealing a car and attempting to flee on foot. They were apprehended after driving recklessly, hitting a police car and a signpost. The stolen SUV was traced back to Suffolk County, New York.

Christmas fire destroys home , cars in Cossayuna

WNYT12-27-2023

A Christmas fire in Cossayuna destroyed a home, multiple structures, and several cars on Ferguson Road. The fire was believed to have started accidentally and is currently under investigation. Fortunately, everyone inside the house managed to escape safely, and no injuries were reported. The American Red Cross is providing assistance to the affected individuals.

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Greenwich police : 2 men arrested for allegedly stealing a car and attempting to flee on foot

News 1212-26-2023

Greenwich police arrested two men who stole an SUV and attempted to escape on foot. The suspects manipulated a blue mailbox and drove down a sidewalk before colliding with a police car and a signpost. Despite their efforts to evade capture, the police apprehended them. The stolen SUV was traced back to Suffolk County, New York.

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• Greenwich police : 2 men arrested for allegedly stealing a car and attempting to flee on foot

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