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Six teens injured in Albany shooting
Six teens were shot at a large gathering in Albany late Thursday into Friday morning, police said. Officers went to a home on the 600 block of Myrtle Avenue around 12:15 a.m. They found evidence of gunfire in the back, they said. Everyone had left the scene. Five victims showed...
Man seriously injures hand with fireworks in Schenectady
The Schenectady Police Department is investigating after a 43-year-old man seriously injured his hand due to fireworks. Police said the incident happened around 8:45 a.m. on Thursday in the Hamilton Hill neighborhood.
Street fight in Troy turns violent in altercations with police
TROY, N.Y. (WNYT) – A street fight that broke out in Troy Friday morning turned violent after altercations with police. Troy Police say they responded to a call of a street fight on 8th Street near the intersection of Hoosick Street just after 3 a.m. Friday. In video obtained...
Troy man accused of having guns, drugs
A Troy man is accused of possessing guns and drugs. Police searched a residence on 2nd Street near Madison Street in South Troy on Tuesday. Officers also stopped a vehicle nearby. The driver of that vehicle, Nashier N. Clayton, had two illegal guns and cocaine, heroin and fentanyl, Troy Police...
Colonie Area Weekly Police Blotter July 3- UPS driver charged with DWI after returning vehicle
A UPS Driver returning his vehicle to the business was arrested for DWI after a manager allegedly saw an open container of alcohol in the vehicle. The post Colonie Area Weekly Police Blotter July 3- UPS driver charged with DWI after returning vehicle first appeared on Spotlight News.
Alleged burglar caught in basement of Brunswick home
State Police didn’t have to go far to find an alleged burglar. Yasmin M. Vasquez, 25, was found in the basement of a Brunswick home Tuesday and arrested. Vasquez forcibly entered the home that day and the day before, then damaged items inside, police said. Police found a burglary...
36 Years After Waitress Found Bludgeoned To Death In Northumberland, Her Killer Remains Free
The 28-year-old Saratoga County resident's body was found in the town of Northumberland, on the side of Putnam Road just east of Jacob Drive, by a passing truck driver on the morning of July 6, 1988. It came hours after Devizzio’s father reported her missing to the Saratoga Springs Police...
Troy officer caught on video, appears to throw a punch at a disabled man, police respond
TROY, N.Y. (WRGB) — Cell phone and security video shows what appears to be a Troy police officer punching a man. The said video was filmed by a concerned neighbor, who claims the man is disabled and was punched by the officer -- unprovoked. They also explain that the incident happened Thursday night, following a dispute over fireworks.
Schenectady Police warn of rise in scams targeting seniors
The Schenectady Police Department is reporting an increase in scams targeting seniors. In most cases, the victim initially was contacted by computer and told they owe money to resolve an issue or that they have won a vehicle and need to pay for the taxes, according to police. The scammer...
Albany man faces gun, robbery charges
An 18-year-old Albany man is facing weapon and robbery charges. Eric Chapman was arrested around 3:30 p.m. Wednesday in the area of Clinton Avenue and Quail Street for allegedly having a loaded handgun. In addition, Chapman has been charged in connection with a robbery on May 31 in the 100 block of Central Avenue, Albany Police said.
Man Struck, Killed By Amtrak Train In Schodack
The Rensselaer County incident happened in the town of Schodack, along River Road, just before 9 a.m. Friday, July 5. New York State Police an Amtrak train stopped and called emergency services after striking a pedestrian. Authorities located the man and pronounced him dead at the scene a short time later.
Local groups gather in hopes to help end violence
ALBANY, NY (WRGB) — Dozens gathered in Albany Saturday, providing comfort and looking for solutions for those who have lost loved ones due to violence. This comes after a violent few days in the Capital Region. The message of the day: we need to do something about this. Parents...
Green Island family loses home of 30 years to fire
GREEN ISLAND, N.Y. (WRGB) — A Green Island home is destroyed after a devastating fire Thursday night. The family has lived in this house for nearly 30 years. The fire that tore through their home is still under investigation, and the fire chief says it's too early to know what happened.
Missing man with Alzheimer's found safe
UPDATE: The Saratoga County Sheriff says that Robert has been located and is safe. The Saratoga County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help in locating a missing elderly man. According to a social media post, Robert Crofut left his home in Moreau at around 10:00. He is described as...
Thank you for your exemplary service w/ Photo Gallery
The annual Bethlehem Police Department awards ceremony recognized the exceptional service of its individuals in an afternoon ceremony at Elm Ave Park. The post Thank you for your exemplary service w/ Photo Gallery first appeared on Spotlight News.
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