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Suspects Arrested in Rockland County Massive Illegal Firearms Raid
Over the last few months, the Rockland County District Attorney's Office in conjunction with other law enforcement agencies have been investigating a major case regarding illegal firearms in Rockland County. Recently a raid was conducted by law enforcement and the raid proved to be abundantly successful. Rockland Illegal Firearms Investigation.
Self-Inflicted Gunshot Incident in New City Under Investigation
Clarkstown Police and other emergency personnel responded to a self-inflicted gunshot incident on West Burda Place earlier today. The victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, was transported to Nyack Hospital in critical condition by Nanuet EMS and Rockland Paramedics. Authorities have confirmed that an investigation is currently underway to...
Suspicious Incident Reported in Suffern Police Seek Public Assistance
On the evening of July 9th, the Suffern Police Department responded to a report of a suspicious incident involving an unknown male attempting to enter a vehicle. According to the report, the male was confronted by the vehicle’s owner, who yelled at him. The male reportedly apologized and then walked away from the scene.
Newburgh Man Killed in Accident at Popular Race Track
A drag race tragically turned fatal on Sunday claiming the life of a 57-year-old Newburgh, New York man. A weekend of racing at the Lebanon Valley Dragway ended tragically after 57-year-old William "Bill" Janke, 57, of Newburgh, NY died from injuries suffered Sunday during a sanctioned drag race at the popular race track.
Stabbing Incident in Spring Valley On North Myrtle Avenue; Victim in Critical Condition Investigation Underway
Emergency personnel are currently at the scene of a reported stabbing near 55 North Myrtle Avenue. The victim, found lying on the ground with apparent stab wounds, was swiftly transported by Spring Hill EMS and Rockland Paramedics to Good Samaritan Hospital in critical condition. Spring Valley Police, along with the...
Hit-and-Run Incident On College Road: Reversing Car Struck and Fled Scene
A hit-and-run incident occurred at College Road and Carlton Road. A car reversing out of a driveway was struck by another vehicle, which immediately fled the scene. The impact caused the reversing car to spin back into the driveway, crashing into some objects. Emergency personnel from Hatzolah EMS and officers...
ARMONK MAN INDICTED FOR ATTEMPTED AGGRAVATED MURDER OF NORTH CASTLE POLICE SERGEANT
Defendant allegedly attempted to stab the sergeant multiple times as police were taking him into custody; Second officer fired duty pistol twice to stop defendant. On July 16, Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah announced today that an Armonk man was indicted for the attempted murder of a North Castle police sergeant in May.
SPRING VALLEY: MVA Car Into A Tree at Route 59 and South Central Avenue
An MVA occurred involving a car crashing into a tree at the intersection of Route 59 and South Central Avenue. Emergency personnel, including Hatzolah EMS, the Spring Valley Police Department, and the Spring Valley Fire Department, promptly arrived at the scene. Injuries were reported.
Victim In Fatal Crash At Shopping Center In Westchester ID'd As HS Student
A local high school student has been identified as the victim of a fatal crash at a shopping center in Westchester County.The incident happened just after midnight on Saturday, July 13, in New Rochelle at the Horseshoe Shopping Center at 1062 Wilmot Road.Officers arrived on the scene and found…
24-Year-Old Man Nabbed For Mail Theft After Leading Officers On Chase In Westchester: Police
A 24-year-old man who was apprehended following a police chase is being accused of stealing mail in Westchester, including a $14,000 check, authorities announced. The events leading up to the man's arrest began on Wednesday, July 10 around 5:15 a.m., when a witness reported seeing three suspic…
New York State Police Say Orange County Man Died in Head-On Crash
State Police says that they are continuing to investigate a fatal three-way crash that claimed the life of a Hudson Valley man Thursday. The victim wasn't even involved in the initial crash either, according to a preliminary report. However, the impact from the first collision subsequently sent a semi-truck into the opposite lane, which then struck the victim's vehicle, says offcials.
Pine Bush Man Driving High Sentenced After Crash Paralyzed Teen
Orange County resident Chauncey Smith, age 23, of Pine Bush, was sentenced on Tuesday, July 16, to three to nine years in prison in connection with the Monday, August 14, 2023 crash, said Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler. The teenage victim, who was paralyzed as a result of...
Metro-North primarily responsible for fiery 2015 Valhalla crash that killed 6, jury finds
A Westchester County jury on Tuesday found Metro-North primarily liable for a fiery 2015 collision that resulted in the deaths of five passengers, bringing a civil case that had dragged on for nearly 10 years to its final stages. The amount of damages, if any, to be awarded to the passengers will be determined at another trial. ...
Driver Hospitalized After Striking Fire Hydrant On Northern Westchester Road
Several water mains had to be turned off after a driver hit a Northern Westchester fire hydrant while experiencing a medical emergency.The crash happened in Millwood on Saturday, July 13 just before 10:30 a.m., when a vehicle struck a hydrant near the intersection of Seven Bridges Road and Millwood…
Ramapo Police Officer Commended for Encouraging Local Youth at Lemonade Stand
On Sunday morning in Forshay, a Ramapo Police Officer made a heartwarming gesture that has been praised by the community. Officer Joseph Wassner of the Town of Ramapo Police Department took the time to encourage and support young entrepreneurs at a local lemonade stand. A passerby who witnessed the scene...
Dumpster Fire at Zeviler Beis Hamedrish On West Maple Avenue
Emergency personnel, including the Orangeburg Fire Department (Dept 11), are currently at the scene of a dumpster fire at the Zeviler Beis Hamedrish located on West Maple Avenue. The Orangeburg Fire Department is covering for the Monsey Fire Department (Dept 7) until 6 AM, as the members of the Monsey...
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