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CRIME & SAFETY
State Police arrest three people for allegedly driving drunk with children in the vehicle
State Police have arrested three people recently for allegedly driving while intoxicated with children in their vehicles. Andrew P. Smith, 36, of Troy, was stopped on Hoosick Street in Brunswick around 12:30 a.m. on July 21. He was taken to the State Police station, where he recorded a blood alcohol concentration of 0.27%. – over three times the legal limit. In addition, police said Smith’s license is revoked because of a previous DWI conviction.
Glens Falls Police: E-bikes running red lights cause two crashes
Glens Falls Police investigating two e-bike crashes. Glens Falls Police are investigating two crashes this week involving e-bikes. On July 23, an e-bike and SUV crashed at the intersection of Bay Street and Sanford Street just before 2:15 p.m., police said. The e-bike operator had serious injuries and was taken to Glens Falls Hospital and later Albany Medical Center. The victim’s condition is stable.
New York State Police Arrest Hudson Valley Man Twice in Less Than 24 Hours
This guy doesn't seem to take a hint. New York State Police say an Orange County man is facing a slew of charges, including grand larceny. Offcials say it all started with a traffic stop late Sunday night on one of the state's main routes. What transpired over the next...
Man sentenced for PPP loan fraud at Saratoga Springs restaurants
An Albany has been sentenced for allegedly defrauding a loan program for businesses struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic. Scott Solomon, 38, was sentenced to just over a year in prison and three years probation.
73-year-old Queensbury man accused of smuggling drugs into jail
WASHINGTON COUNTY, N.Y. (WRGB) — A 73-year-old Queensbury man is accused of introducing narcotics into the correctional facility. According to the Washington County sheriff's office, an investigation determined that Keith D. Powell introduced narcotics into Washington County Jail during his visit there on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Powell was...
Defendant admits to rape charge – one day after refusing plea because of media coverage
A defendant who declined to admit to a rape charge Thursday because of a camera in court pleaded guilty Friday – after a judge denied NewsChannel 13’s request for media access. Siatar K. Creech, 36, formerly of Northumberland, admitted in Saratoga County Court to having sex with a...
Salem police seek suspect in locker room theft
SALEM — Police in Salem are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect in connection with a locker room theft at the local Icenter. The suspect is believed to have violated the sanctity of the locker room, and authorities are keen to hold him responsible. Officer...
Edinburg Man Draws Prison Time In Gun, Drug Case
An Edinburg man was sentenced to over 6 years in prison for selling “ghost guns” and meth. WNYT reports 40 year old Christopher Montano previously admitted that between August and October 2019, he and Michael Castelluccio conspired to build and sell guns without serial numbers made from component parts ordered online.
South Glens Falls woman indicted on arson charge
A South Glens Falls woman has been indicted for allegedly setting clothes on fire with a blowtorch during a domestic incident. The fire took place on Second Street around 6:40 a.m. on March 2. Desirae L. Sauter, 39, had set a pile of a man’s clothing on fire in the bedroom. Sauter put it out before police arrived. The floor and window blinds were damaged, police said.
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