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Impaired Driver Knocks Fire Hydrant Into Dobbs Ferry Home Impaired Driver Knocks Fire Hydrant Into Dobbs Ferry Home
Impaired Driver Knocks Fire Hydrant Into Dobbs Ferry Home An impaired driver faces charges after crashing into a fire hydrant and sending it into a Westchester residence, police said. The incident happened on Saturday, April 27 just before 5 p.m., when a single-car crash occurred at the intersection of Ashford Avenue and Storm Street in Dobbs Ferry, according to the village's police department.  Arriving officers soon found a gray 2019 Audi SUV resting on the front lawn of an Ashford Avenue residence, police said. According to the department, it was soon determined that the Audi had been traveling westbound on Ashford Avenue before failing t…
1 Airlifted In Overnight Manchester Township Crash 1 Airlifted In Overnight Manchester Township Crash
1 Airlifted In Overnight Manchester Township Crash An overnight crash on a Manchester Township street sent one person to the hospital, officials confirmed. A spokesperson for the township's police department said only that the crash happened on Lacey Road, sending one person to the hospital by medevac. Preliminary information suggests the crash happened at 3 a.m. and may involve a young adult. Police said a more detailed release is expected to be issued.
Yes, We Know There Was An Earthquake, Don't Call 9-1-1: Police Yes, We Know There Was An Earthquake, Don't Call 9-1-1: Police
Yes, We Know There Was An Earthquake, Don't Call 9-1-1: Police We all felt the 4.8 earthquake that shook up North Jersey on Friday, April 5. Police departments throughout the Garden State are asking people to not call 911 unless there is an emergency. UPDATE: Confirmed 4.8 Earthquake originating in Lebanon, NJ ... Posted by Parsippany Police Department on Friday, April 5, 2024 ParamusALERT: The USGS is reporting an earthquake in the area of northern NJ. Please only call 911 if you have a police, fire or medical emergency. Posted by Paramus Police Department on Friday, April 5, 2024 Posted by Bridgewater Police Department - NJ on&nb…
Body Found In Garage After Fire, Philadelphia Police Say Body Found In Garage After Fire, Philadelphia Police Say
Body Found In Garage After Fire, Philadelphia Police Say One person is dead after a garage caught fire in southwest Philadelphia early on Thursday, March 21, authorities say. Police and firefighters were called to the 7600 block of Este Avenue in the city's Eastwick neighborhood just before 1:30 a.m., PPD said. After the flames were extinguished firefighters found the victim's body inside the garage, according to police.  They were pronounced dead at the scene. Officials did not report their name.  The Fire Marshal is investigating, police added. 
1-Year-Old East Hartford Boy Killed By Family Dogs 1-Year-Old East Hartford Boy Killed By Family Dogs
1-Year-Old East Hartford Boy Killed By Family Dogs A 1-year-old Connecticut boy died after being attacked by two family dogs. The incident took place in East Hartford in a home on Fuller Avenue around 3 p.m., Wednesday, March 13. According to East Hartford Police Officer Marc Caruso, officers responded to the home where they found the boy had been bitten several times by a dog. The police and fire department personnel on the scene performed lifesaving measures, and the child was transported to the hospital by ASM, Caruso said. The boy later died at the hospital, he added. Caruso said one dog was the main aggressor, but two dogs have been…
Montco Man Chased Victim With Lawnmower Blade, Authorities Say Montco Man Chased Victim With Lawnmower Blade, Authorities Say
Montco Man Chased Victim With Lawnmower Blade, Authorities Say Police in Ambler Borough say an area resident chased down another while brandishing a lawnmower blade as a weapon.  Evergicio Gonzalez, 34, is charged with aggravated assault, simple assault, and possessing an instrument of crime, the department said.  A woman called 911 around 9 p.m. on Sept. 18 and told dispatchers Gonzalez was armed with a machete and threatening to kill her husband, according to police.  Authorities said the blade was actually from a mower, and alleged that Gonzalez chased the victim with the weapon before throwing it and nearly hitting a child.  G…
Unanimous Choice For New Mahwah Police Chief Respected For His Professionalism, Expertise Unanimous Choice For New Mahwah Police Chief Respected For His Professionalism, Expertise
Unanimous Choice For New Mahwah Police Chief Respected For His Professionalism, Expertise A highly decorated and widely respected law enforcement veteran was unanimously approved as Mahwah's new police chief Monday night. Timothy O'Hara was chosen by Mayor Jim Wysocki as the 9th police chief in Mahwah's nearly 80-year-history. The Township Council approved the appointment of O'Hara at the June 19 public meeting to succeed four-year Police Chief Stephen Jaffe, whose retirement becomes effective July 1. The vote was 7-0. Wysocki said O'Hara is an excellent choice because of his professionalism, among other strengths. The mayor should know -- he's a retired police township polic…
Dog Rescued From Sewer In New Rochelle: 'Sweet Boy' Now Up for Adoption Dog Rescued From Sewer In New Rochelle: 'Sweet Boy' Now Up for Adoption
Dog Rescued From Sewer In New Rochelle: 'Sweet Boy' Now Up for Adoption A dog who somehow became lost in the sewers of Westchester is now up for adoption after he was rescued by police officers.  The dog, named Leonardo, was rescued from a sewer pipe in New Rochelle late at night after officers from the city's police department noticed that he was underground, the Humane Society of Westchester at New Rochelle said in a social media post on Saturday, April 8.  After finding Leonardo, officers managed to coax him out by sharing their dinner with him. Once he was back above ground, police discovered that he was wearing a harness and leash but had no ID or microch…
48-Year-Old Yonkers Police Detective Dies Suddenly 48-Year-Old Yonkers Police Detective Dies Suddenly
48-Year-Old Yonkers Police Detective Dies Suddenly A 48-year-old member of a police department in Westchester has died suddenly. The detective, a 16-year veteran with the Yonkers PD, died on Sunday afternoon, Feb. 19 in New York City after he apparently suffered a medical event while operating a motor vehicle in New York City, according to preliminary indications, the department announced Monday morning, Feb. 20. His identity is being withheld pending family notifications, according to the Yonkers PD/ “Our city is mourning a tragedy," Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano said in a statement. "This detective was known and loved by many in the…
Missing Levittown Woman 'In Considerable Danger': Police Missing Levittown Woman 'In Considerable Danger': Police
Missing Levittown Woman 'In Considerable Danger': Police A Bucks County woman is missing, and authorities say she may be "in considerable danger."  Alyce Schorle, 74, was last seen on Thursday, Jan. 26 at about 10:15 p.m. near the Galilee Pavilion on Penn Valley Road in Falls Township, police said in a statement.  Investigators said Alyce typically uses a walker but left it at home. They have also expressed concerns about her mental state.  "She expressed thoughts of self-harm and is believed to be in considerable danger, given her age and environmental conditions," said Falls police.  Alyce is 5-foot-5 and weighs about…
Serial Rapist Convicted Of 13-Year-Old Girl's Sex Assault In Delco: Police Serial Rapist Convicted Of 13-Year-Old Girl's Sex Assault In Delco: Police
Serial Rapist Convicted Of 13-Year-Old Girl's Sex Assault In Delco: Police A Delaware County man is guilty of the rape of a 13-year-old girl, authorities say. Haralambos Giannopoulos, 38, of Nether Providence Township, was convicted of indecent assault and corruption of a minor following four hours of jury deliberation on Thursday, Nov. 17, police said in a statement.  His victim, now 19, took the stand to give emotional testimony during the three-day trial. “I am extremely pleased with the verdict, which is the result of many hours of hard work on a very sensitive case,” said township police Chief David Splain. According to investigators, Giannopoulos was …
66 Residents Evacuated Due To Burst Pipe At Reading Senior Living Facility 66 Residents Evacuated Due To Burst Pipe At Reading Senior Living Facility
66 Residents Evacuated Due To Burst Pipe At Reading Senior Living Facility 66 residents needed to be evacuated after a burst pipe at a senior living facility in Reading, authorities said.  Police and fire departments responded to a report of a pipe burst at The Residence at Pear Street, located at 75 Pearl Street, around 11:53 a.m. on Monday, June 27, both departments said in a release.  While no injuries were reported, power was cut to the building and residents were said to still being evacuated as of 5:30 p.m., the release said.  The facility is notifying family members of residents and working to find alternative living accommodations for those…
SEE ANYTHING? Arson Suspects Threw Incendiary Device Into Central Jersey Dumpster SEE ANYTHING? Arson Suspects Threw Incendiary Device Into Central Jersey Dumpster
SEE Anything? Arson Suspects Threw Incendiary Device Into Central Jersey Dumpster Police seek the public's help locating four men who threw an incendiary device into a dumpster. On Sunday, June 5, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the four arson suspects drove into the parking lot of Blonder Tongue, Old Bridge police said. The incendiary device caused a fire which required a response by the police and fire department.  If you know any of these four people, contact Detective Spinola at (732) 721-5600 x 3181 or aspinola@oldbridge.com
NOT TODAY, PAL: Fair Lawn Senior Turns Tables On 'Grandparent Scam' Artists NOT TODAY, PAL: Fair Lawn Senior Turns Tables On 'Grandparent Scam' Artists
NOT Today, PAL: Fair Lawn Senior Turns Tables On 'Grandparent Scam' Artists Not everyone falls for the "grandchild in trouble" scam. A Fair Lawn senior citizen who’d been targeted by scammers quickly figured out what was what and immediately called police. Detective Chris O’Shaughnessy responded to the Barry Place home after someone claiming to be a lawyer called a resident there and asked for $11,000 bail to get the would-be victim's granddaughter out of jail, Sgt. Brian Metzler said. A woman was waiting outside to pick up the money, the caller said. O’Shaughnessy found the woman, 21-year-old Destiny Gonzalez of New York, NY, “whose story would keep changing dur…
Apparent Murder-Suicide Under Investigation In Mount Vernon Apparent Murder-Suicide Under Investigation In Mount Vernon
Apparent Murder-Suicide Under Investigation In Mount Vernon An apparent early morning domestic murder-suicide is under investigation in Westchester. It happened around 5:50 a.m. Sunday, June 5 in Mount Vernon on South 14th Ave. When officers arrived at the scene, they found two people dead from gunshot wounds, police said. Three minors were located at a family member's home, said authorities.  Upon arrival, two persons were located, deceased, from apparent gunshot wounds, authorities said.  Three minors, who were in the home at the time, have been re-located to a nearby residence with family members. Anyone that may have information a…
NJ Officer Recently Suspended For Sexual Harassment Was Among 2 Who Sued Chief: Report NJ Officer Recently Suspended For Sexual Harassment Was Among 2 Who Sued Chief: Report
NJ Officer Recently Suspended For Sexual Harassment Was Among 2 Who Sued Chief: Report A Central Jersey police officer who filed a discrimination lawsuit against his department's chief had been suspended less than two months earlier on sexual harassment allegations, NJ Advance Media reported, citing court documents. Officer Alan Barboiu was suspended without pay for 45 days, after a surveillance video showed him inappropriately touching a dispatcher, the outlet says citing Piscataway's township spokesman Gene Wilk. In a suit filed a suit last January, Barbou accuses Chief Thomas Mosier of mocking his accent, and creating a fake paper trail to have him fire…
Manchester Tanker Truck Tailspins, Fuel Unloads Manchester Tanker Truck Tailspins, Fuel Unloads
Manchester Tanker Truck Tailspins, Fuel Unloads A tanker truck disrupted the flow of fuel on Route 37 near Farm Street on the Jersey Shore, authorities said. The report came in at 3:33 p.m. saying that the tanker was leaking gasoline and possible exposure was involved, initial reports said. An employee at Mavis Discount Tire, on the East side of Route 37 said that business was without internet and cellphone, but had electric power, according to the Asbury Park Press. A mile away, the Police Department's lines were also down, app.com said.  A woman driving a disabled sedan that struck two deer in the eastern lanes of the route got o…
Police Seek ID For Driver Who Repeatedly Approached Middle School Girl At Parsippany Bus Stop Police Seek ID For Driver Who Repeatedly Approached Middle School Girl At Parsippany Bus Stop
Police Seek ID For Driver Who Repeatedly Approached Middle School Girl At Parsippany Bus Stop Police are seeking the public’s help identifying a vehicle driven by a man they say repeatedly approached a middle school girl standing at a Parsippany bus stop. A white man in his 60s with gray hair and a mustache was behind the wheel of the sedan pictured above when he passed a girl standing at a bus stop in the Intervale area and called her “pretty” Tuesday morning, Parsippany police said citing a Brooklawn Middle School resource officer. The girl told officers that the same vehicle — a blue sedan — had traveled past the area a few times within the past week, police said. “Keeping our c…
'Pillar Of The Community' Mourned By Police In York County 'Pillar Of The Community' Mourned By Police In York County
'Pillar Of The Community' Mourned By Police In York County A volunteer with the Newberry Township police has died. The passing of Carole Gosnell Canonico, 75, of Goldsboro, was announced by the NTPD on Monday. Canonico was described as a pillar of the community who "dedicated over 15 years to volunteering at NTPD and in that time assisted with clerical work, special events, holiday decorating and most importantly, her support of our officers." She died in her sleep last Wednesday night. She will be greatly missed by all of the staff at NTPD. "She saw the good in everything and everyone….she’d be the woman who’d show up to a street fight with san…
SEEN HER? Swatara Police Search For Missing 14-Year-Old Girl SEEN HER? Swatara Police Search For Missing 14-Year-Old Girl
Seen HER? Swatara Police Search For Missing 14-Year-Old Girl Police in Swatara Township are searching for 14-year-old Debora Roldan. Police say Debora was last seen leaving her home around 7 p.m. last night. Anyone with information regarding her whereabouts is asked to contact the police department at 717-564-2550 or call 911 immediately.
COVID-19: Here Are New Groups Who Can Now Get Vaccines In NY COVID-19: Here Are New Groups Who Can Now Get Vaccines In NY
Covid-19: Here Are New Groups Who Can Now Get Vaccines In NY New groups of New Yorkers are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine - though it could be some time until they are able to “get the needle into their arms.” Beginning on Monday, Jan. 11, New York entered “phase 1B” of the state’s vaccination program, which will permit new groups to receive the oft-talked about vaccine. In phase 1B, first responders, corrections officers, teachers, transit workers, and the general population over the age of 75 are eligible to receive their first doses. A total of 3.2 million New Yorkers are eligible to be vaccinated in phase 1B, including: 870,000…
COVID-19: Here Are Number Of Sites Enrolled To Administer Vaccine On Long Island COVID-19: Here Are Number Of Sites Enrolled To Administer Vaccine On Long Island
Covid-19: Here Are Number Of Sites Enrolled To Administer Vaccine On Long Island More than 100 COVID-19 vaccination sites have already been set up on Long Island, with hundreds more expected to be activated in the region as New York prepares to roll out the vaccine for the general public. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said that there are currently 105 vaccination sites active on Long Island, with a total of 713 expected by the time the vaccine is ready for wide dissemination. To date, 3,762 providers have applied and been approved by the state to serve as vaccination sites with 636 locations are now activated and permitted to begin vaccinating eligible New Yorke…
COVID-19: Here Are Number Of Sites Enrolled To Administer Vaccine In Hudson Valley COVID-19: Here Are Number Of Sites Enrolled To Administer Vaccine In Hudson Valley
Covid-19: Here Are Number Of Sites Enrolled To Administer Vaccine In Hudson Valley More than 100 COVID-19 vaccination sites have already been set up in the Hudson Valley, with hundreds more expected to be activated in the region as New York prepares to roll out the vaccine for the general public. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said that there are currently 105 vaccination sites active on Long Island, with a total of 713 expected by the time the vaccine is ready for wide dissemination. To date, 3,762 providers have applied and been approved by the state to serve as vaccination sites with 636 locations are now activated and permitted to begin vaccinating eligible New Yorkers, w…
SEEN HIM? South Jersey Man Missing Since October SEEN HIM? South Jersey Man Missing Since October
Seen HIM? South Jersey Man Missing Since October Authorities are seeking the public's help locating a South Jersey man missing since October. Bertrand Benoit, 24, was reported missing Oct. 15 out of Monroe Township (Gloucester County). Anyone who knows the whereabouts of Bertrand is urged to call Det. Kristyn Morris at (856) 728-9800 x577. Email tips to crimetips@monroetownshipnj.org, or call the police department's tip line at 856-875-2940.
COVID-19: LA Fitness Location In Fairfield County Reopens After Being Ordered To Close COVID-19: LA Fitness Location In Fairfield County Reopens After Being Ordered To Close
Covid-19: LA Fitness Location In Fairfield County Reopens After Being Ordered To Close An LA Fitness location in Fairfield County that was ordered to close after the city's health department said the business had numerous violations under the state's COVID-19 rules, has reopened.  The Norwalk gym was allowed to reopen on Friday, Dec. 4, after submitting a reopening plan to the city, according to City of Norwalk spokesperson Josh Morgan "Following the closure order, LA Fitness submitted a reopening plan that addressed the concerns of the Health Department and Police Department," Morgan said. "They were then allowed to reopen on Dec. 4."  Related Story: CO…
Parking Garage Sells For $1.1 Million In Fairfield County Parking Garage Sells For $1.1 Million In Fairfield County
Parking Garage Sells For $1.1 Million In Fairfield County A Bridgeport parking garage sold to a Southport real-estate firm for $1,100,000. According to Jon Angel, owner of real estate firm Angel Commercial, LLC, the 140-space, two-story parking garage at 95 Chapel Street, which was formerly owned by Geza Scap, was purchased on Monday, Sept. 21 by 38-2112th Street Partner, LLC of Amityville.  It is within walking distance of Superior Court, Bridgeport City Hall, Police Department, Downtown Cabaret Theater, Messiah Baptist Church, and apartment buildings, and is located less than a half a mile away from the Route 25 Connector, le…
Thieves Steal Two Luxury Cars From Locked Garages In Morris County Thieves Steal Two Luxury Cars From Locked Garages In Morris County
Thieves Steal Two Luxury Cars From Locked Garages In Morris County Two high-end vehicles were stolen from locked garages in Long Valley and Chester on Wednesday and Thursday, authorities said. In both incidents, the thieves accessed the garage using an opener left in an unlocked vehicle, police said. The thieves in the Chester burglary also turned on and moved a loaner vehicle that had been parked in front of the garage door because it was left unlocked with a key fob inside. “These criminals are very bold, dangerous, and may even be armed,” Chester Police said.  “It won't be long before these brazen criminals decide to enter a home in a neighborhoo…
Apartment Fire Breaks Out In Norwalk Apartment Fire Breaks Out In Norwalk
Apartment Fire Breaks Out In Norwalk Firefighters responding to a report of a car fire in Norwalk wound up getting more than they bargained for as an apartment fire displaced one person. The Norwalk Fire Department was advised of a reported pull station alarm with a car fire located at 289 Main Ave. at around 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, Todd M. Smith, Deputy Chief of the Norwalk FD said. The Command Car and the Rescue Company were at the intersection of Broad Street and Main Street with Engine 4 directly preceding and already having gone past the structure, Smith said.  Immediately upon arrival, the b…
NO JOKE: Maywood Resident Shows Up At Police HQ In Handcuffs NO JOKE: Maywood Resident Shows Up At Police HQ In Handcuffs
NO Joke: Maywood Resident Shows Up At Police HQ In Handcuffs Here's one you don't see every day: A Maywood man showed up at police headquarters in handcuffs on his own. The 47-year-old resident found the antique set in his house Tuesday night, Police Chief Terence Kenny said. He put the bracelets on, locked them, then broke the key as he tried to free himself, Kenney said. "We were satisfied with his explanation," the chief said. Police picked the lock and sent the man on his way with the jimmied cuffs. ****** TRIBUTE: Bergen County legend Dave Rivara made an impression on just about everyone he met, not just personally but also among the countle…
Prosecutor: Clifton Man Threatened New Paterson Police Chief Over His Race, Religion Prosecutor: Clifton Man Threatened New Paterson Police Chief Over His Race, Religion
Prosecutor: Clifton Man Threatened New Paterson Police Chief Over His Race, Religion UPDATE: Paterson’s first Muslim police chief wasn’t in the job long when he became the target of texted threats from a 28-year-old Clifton man because of what authorities said Monday are his race, religion and nationality. Stefan Keco was arrested and charged after being identified by Paterson detectives following the threats to Police Chief Ibrahim “Mike” Baycora, Public Safety Director Jerry Speziale Jr. said. Keco "sent threatening text messages to Chief Baycora with the purpose to intimidate him because of the chief's religion, race and national origin," Passaic County Prosecutor Camel…
Prosecutor: Clifton Man Threatened New Paterson Police Chief Over His Race, Religion Prosecutor: Clifton Man Threatened New Paterson Police Chief Over His Race, Religion
Prosecutor: Clifton Man Threatened New Paterson Police Chief Over His Race, Religion Paterson’s first Muslim police chief wasn’t in the job long when he became the target of texted threats from a 28-year-old Clifton man because of what authorities said are his race, religion and nationality. Stefan Keco was arrested and charged after being identified by Paterson detectives following the threats to Police Chief Ibrahim “Mike” Baycora, Public Safety Director Jerry Speziale Jr. said. Keco "sent threatening text messages to Chief Baycora with the purpose to intimidate him because of the chief's religion, race and national origin," Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes said …