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CT Man Accused Of Stealing Property, Cars From Residential Facility CT Man Accused Of Stealing Property, Cars From Residential Facility
CT Man Accused Of Stealing Property, Cars From Residential Facility A 30-year-old Connecticut man faces several charges after allegedly stealing from an elderly residential facility in New York, police said.  New London County resident David Durlach of Waterford, age 30, was arrested on Friday, Dec. 1 following a long-term investigation into burglaries at a Westchester County elderly residential facility located in Greenburgh. According to the department, between Monday, Oct. 2, and Thursday, Nov. 30, Durlach allegedly entered several apartments at the facility and stole property such as negotiable instruments and motor vehicles, Greenbu…
CT Man Steals His Own Mercedes Benz, Caught Driving It: Police CT Man Steals His Own Mercedes Benz, Caught Driving It: Police
CT Man Steals His Own Mercedes Benz, Caught Driving It: Police A Connecticut man faces charges after he was caught driving his vehicle in Westchester which he had stolen from a repossession yard, police said.  The incident happened on Friday, July 21 around 10:15 a.m., when Westchester County Police were notified that a stolen Mercedes Benz SUV was driving in White Plains.  According to authorities, an officer soon found the vehicle a short time later and pulled it over in Greenburgh. The driver then showed the officer paperwork indicating that he owned the car. However, when the officer checked with the North Branford Police Department in N…
Duo Lead Police On Multi-State Chase In Stolen Vehicle Starting In Fairfield County: Police Duo Lead Police On Multi-State Chase In Stolen Vehicle Starting In Fairfield County: Police
Duo Lead Police On Multi-State Chase In Stolen Vehicle Starting In Fairfield County: Police Two men face charges after stealing a vehicle and leading authorities on a multi-state chase that started in Fairfield County and finally ended in Westchester, police said.  The incident started on Wednesday, March 22 around 6 p.m., when police in Stamford tried stopping a 2019 Range Rover that was stolen from Florham Park, New Jersey, according to Westchester County Police Spokesman Kieran O'Leary.  The vehicle then fled from authorities on Interstate 95 and crossed the border into Westchester, where Stamford Police ended their chase.  From there, the stolen …
Woman Sentenced For Burglarizing Homes In Three Counties While Families Were At Funerals Woman Sentenced For Burglarizing Homes In Three Counties While Families Were At Funerals
Woman Sentenced For Burglarizing Homes In Three Counties While Families Were At Funerals A 30-year-old woman who targeted grieving families in the Hudson Valley will spend more than a decade behind bars after being found guilty of burglarizing multiple homes in the region. In October, Bronx resident Latonia Stewart was found guilty of six counts of burglary and criminal possession of stolen property following a weeklong trial for a rash of New York and Connecticut burglaries in Westchester, Fairfield, and Putnam counties between the winter of 2017 and spring 2018. Prosecutors said that Stewart, known as "The Obit Bandit," would search through posted obituaries to find times wh…
Woman Found Guilty Of Burglarizing Fairfield County Homes During Funerals Woman Found Guilty Of Burglarizing Fairfield County Homes During Funerals
Woman Found Guilty Of Burglarizing Fairfield County Homes During Funerals A 30-year-old woman was found guilty by a jury of burglarizing homes that she targeted while families were attending the funeral services of loved ones in several area homes. Bronx resident Latonia Stewart was found guilty of six counts of burglary and criminal possession of stolen property following a weeklong trial for a rash of burglaries in Westchester, Fairfield, and Putnam counties between the winter of 2017 and spring 2018. Westchester County District Attorney Mimi Rocah said that between December 2017 and May 2018, Stewart burglarized the homes of six Westchester County residents in…
Police, Family Still Search For College Student From Westchester Who Disappeared A Decade Ago Police, Family Still Search For College Student From Westchester Who Disappeared A Decade Ago
Police, Family Still Search For College Student From Westchester Who Disappeared A Decade Ago It's been 10 years since a young woman from New York was last seen after leaving the apartment of an acquaintance. On Friday, June 3, 2011, at approximately 4:30 am, Westchester County resident Lauren Spierer, a native of Greenburgh and a then 20-year-old Indiana University student, left the apartment of an acquaintance on the 200 block of West 11th Street in Bloomington, Indiana. She was headed home to her apartment at 9th and College, but she never arrived, said the Bloomington Police. "Since Lauren was reported missing to BPD later that afternoon, we've worked with the FBI and other la…
Suspect Apprehended After Police Sergeant Stabbed During 'Unprovoked' Attack In Westchester Suspect Apprehended After Police Sergeant Stabbed During 'Unprovoked' Attack In Westchester
Suspect Apprehended After Police Sergeant Stabbed During 'Unprovoked' Attack In Westchester A police sergeant is recovering at home after being stabbed during an unprovoked attack by a local Westchester County resident who has been apprehended. The attack took place around 1:26 p.m., Thursday, May 20 in Dobbs Ferry. The Dobbs Ferry Police sergeant, whose name has not been released, was assisting Con Edison with a traffic detail on Beacon Hill Drive, said Dobbs Ferry PD Chief Manuel Guevara. The sergeant was able to make an "officer needs assistance" call to the department and report that he had been assaulted by a man wielding "possibly" a knife, according to Guevara. …
DNA Testing To Be Done In Nationally Known 'Fatal Attraction' Case In Westchester DNA Testing To Be Done In Nationally Known 'Fatal Attraction' Case In Westchester
DNA Testing To Be Done In Nationally Known 'Fatal Attraction' Case In Westchester Westchester County prosecutors have given the green light for DNA testing on evidence linked to the 1992 conviction of Carolyn Warmus in the “Fatal Attraction” killing of her lover’s wife. Two years ago, Warmus, a former school teacher in Westchester, was granted parole following her conviction for her alleged role in the famed 1989 fatal shooting of Greenburgh resident Betty Jeanne Solomon, the wife of Warmus' lover, Paul Solomon, nine times in the back. Warmus was sentenced to a term of 25 years to life in prison. Earlier story - Convicted Westchester 'Fatal Attraction' Killer Carolyn …
It's A Bear Fact: More Sightings Reported, Including One Taking Stroll At A Cemetery It's A Bear Fact: More Sightings Reported, Including One Taking Stroll At A Cemetery
It's A Bear Fact: More Sightings Reported, Including One Taking Stroll At A Cemetery They're here, there - everywhere. At least it seems that way. After all, in the span of just a few days, there have been more than a half dozen reported black bear sightings in the area. Including at a golf course. And now, even a cemetery. Police in Westchester responded on Friday, June 12 as a bear strolled through St. Mary's Cemetery in Rye Brook. (See first image above.) On Sunday morning, June 14, a Northern Westchester family observed a pair of bears on the front lawn. (See second images above.) On Thursday, June 11, a large black bear was spotted at the Maple Moor Golf Cour…
Fairfield County Residents Charged With DWI In Memorial Day Weekend Stops Fairfield County Residents Charged With DWI In Memorial Day Weekend Stops
Fairfield County Residents Charged With DWI In Memorial Day Weekend Stops More than two dozen area residents were among those busted by New York State Police for alleged impaired driving over the holiday weekend. Local residents charged:  Westchester County On May 22, the State Police from Cortlandt arrested Ricardo L. Figueroa, 34, of Croton-on-Hudson, for DWAI Drugs, and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, a felony. He was traveling on State Route 9 in the city of Peekskill, when he was stopped for a violation of the vehicle and traffic law. Investigation revealed he was under the influence of drugs, and in possession of approximately 0.6 gr…
'Murder Hornet': Westchester Town Begins Preparing Now For Possible Arrival 'Murder Hornet': Westchester Town Begins Preparing Now For Possible Arrival
'Murder Hornet': Westchester Town Begins Preparing Now For Possible Arrival A Westchester County town is “preparing for the next threat” as so-called “murder hornets” have been confirmed in Washington State. Greenburgh Supervisor Paul Feiner said on Wednesday morning, May 6 that the town is "stockpiling epinephrine and other medications" after the Asian giant hornet was spotted in the United States for the first time, prompting fears the insects could make their way to New York. Earlier story - Vicious Giant Hornets With Venomous Sting Spotted For First Time In US According to Feiner, “instead of waiting, the Town of Greenburgh EMS is preparing.” "Beyond its si…
COVID-19: Here's The Latest Update On Westchester Cases By Municipality COVID-19: Here's The Latest Update On Westchester Cases By Municipality
Covid-19: Here's The Latest Update On Westchester Cases By Municipality There were 21 new deaths ties to novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Westchester in the past 24 hours as the death toll creeps toward 1,000.Westchester County Executive George Latimer announced that there have now been 28,245 positive COVID-19 cases as of Tuesday, April 28, with 8,054 still active. There have now been a total of 983 Westchester residents who died since the outbreak began 59 days ago. Latimer said that there are still 868 Westchester residents still hospitalized with COVID-19, while the hospitalization rate for COVID-19 continues to hold relatively steady at 10.5 percent.  …
COVID-19: Panic Buying Sparks Call To Action From Town Supervisor In Westchester COVID-19: Panic Buying Sparks Call To Action From Town Supervisor In Westchester
Covid-19: Panic Buying Sparks Call To Action From Town Supervisor In Westchester The outbreak of the novel strain of the coronavirus (COVID-19) has led to "panic buying" as consumers have been racing to stores to stock up on staples. Many supermarkets have begun restricting the sale of certain goods and have sold out supplies of several items, including hand sanitizer, bleach and toilet paper. The issue has been occurring across the country, and many parts of the world, including in Europe and Australia. With fear overtaking facts when it comes to COVID-19, there's no end in sight. In fact, in some cases, fights have broken out over parking lot spaces or the few d…
Nearly Two Dozen Modell's Stores Slated For Closure Nearly Two Dozen Modell's Stores Slated For Closure
Nearly Two Dozen Modell's Stores Slated For Closure With online shopping leading to the demise of many traditional brick-and-mortar retailers, Modell’s Sporting Goods announced it will be closing nearly two dozen East Coast stores in an attempt to save the entire company. Eight Modell’s locations will be closing in New York - including one on Long Island - though the Hudson Valley avoided the chopping block.  The move comes so the retailer can avoid filing for bankruptcy as soon as Sunday, March 1, according to reports. Modell’s didn’t announce which Long Island location would be closing, and no closing dates or start of closing sales …
Two From Danbury Charged With Drunk Driving In NY Stops Two From Danbury Charged With Drunk Driving In NY Stops
Two From Danbury Charged With Drunk Driving In NY Stops New York State Police troopers were busy over the weekend, removing 22 allegedly impaired drivers - including 18 from the area - from Hudson Valley roadways. Local drivers facing charges include: Westchester County On Saturday, December 7, State Police from Wappinger arrested Angel A. Onofre Quezada, 21, of Peekskill, for DWI with a prior conviction within ten years, a class E felony. He was traveling on Dayton Lane in the city of Peekskill, when he was stopped for a violation of the vehicle and traffic law. Investigation revealed he was under the influence of alcohol, and was subseque…
Woman Indicted For Allegedly Burglarizing Area Homes During Funerals Woman Indicted For Allegedly Burglarizing Area Homes During Funerals
Woman Indicted For Allegedly Burglarizing Area Homes During Funerals A 27-year-old woman is facing a host of charges after being arraigned on a 22-count indictment by a grand jury following a rash of home burglaries of families who were attending funeral services. Bronx resident Latonia Shelecia Stewart has been charged for her role in a series of residential burglaries of homes in Westchester, Fairfield and Putnam counties between the fall of 2017 and spring 2018. Stewart has been charged with:  Six counts of Burglary in the Second Degree, a class C felony; Five counts of Grand Larceny in the Third Degree, a class D felony; One count of Grand Larceny…
Suspect Shot, Killed At Westchester Motel Was Wanted In Connecticut Suspect Shot, Killed At Westchester Motel Was Wanted In Connecticut
Suspect Shot, Killed At Westchester Motel Was Wanted In Connecticut This story has been updated. The identities of the suspect shot and killed, along with two others arrested, in the officer-involved shooting during a raid by the FBI and police at a motel in Westchester overnight, have been released. The suspect, who was pronounced dead at Westchester County Medical Center, was sought in connection with more than one investigation in Connecticut and elsewhere, according to the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office. He was identified as 42-year-old Samuel Galberth of West Haven, Connecticut. A second man, 55-year-old Darryl Donell Henry of New …
Three Fairfield County Residents Charged With DWI In NY State Police Stops Three Fairfield County Residents Charged With DWI In NY State Police Stops
Three Fairfield County Residents Charged With DWI In NY State Police Stops New York State Police troopers were busy over Memorial Day Weekend, removing more than two dozen motorists for alleged impaired driving in the Hudson Valley. The 27 area residents charged over the weekend include: Westchester County On Saturday, May 25, State Police from Brewster arrested Lawrence C. Marquez, 27, of South Salem, for DWI. He was traveling on State Route 9 in Croton-on-Hudson, when he was stopped for a violation of the vehicle and traffic law. The investigation revealed he was under the influence of alcohol, and was subsequently arrested. On Saturday, May 25, State Police f…
Lane Closure On Saw Mill Parkway Stretch To Last Through End Of June Lane Closure On Saw Mill Parkway Stretch To Last Through End Of June
Lane Closure On Saw Mill Parkway Stretch To Last Through End Of June Motorists are advised that a long-term right lane closure is expected to continue on a stretch of the Saw Mill River Parkway through the end of June. The closure is northbound between Exit 17 (Ashford Avenue) and Exit 21 (eastbound and westbound NY Route 119) in the Town of Greenburgh villages of Dobbs Ferry and Ardsley while crews perform construction activities. Motorists should anticipate delays and plan accordingly until approximately June 28. Drivers are asked to use caution when traveling through the work zone area and pay particular attention to all traffic control devices, inc…
Danbury Woman Charged With Driving Under Influence In NY Stop Danbury Woman Charged With Driving Under Influence In NY Stop
Danbury Woman Charged With Driving Under Influence In NY Stop New York State Police troopers in the Hudson Valley were busy over the weekend, busting 17 allegedly impaired drivers for DWI. Local residents charged include: Westchester County On Sunday, May 12, State Police troopers from Cortlandt arrested Manuel A. Valle, 50, of Peekskill, for Aggravated DWI. He was traveling on Welcher Avenue in Peekskill, when he was stopped for a violation of the vehicle and traffic law. Investigation revealed he was under the influence of alcohol, and was subsequently arrested. On Sunday, May 12, State Police troopers from Cortlandt arrested Jared A. Malfer, 34…
Convicted 'Fatal Attraction' Killer Warmus Granted Parole Convicted 'Fatal Attraction' Killer Warmus Granted Parole
Convicted 'Fatal Attraction' Killer Warmus Granted Parole In a case that attracted national attention and which has been chronicled in two movies, the former Westchester school teacher who killed her lover’s wife in the notorious 1989 "Fatal Attraction" slaying has been granted parole. Carolyn Warmus, now 55, was sentenced to 25 years to life in 1992 for fatally shooting Greenburgh resident Betty Jeanne Solomon, the wife of Warmus' lover, Paul Solomon, nine times in the back. Warmus is scheduled to be released from the Bedford Hills Correctional Facility as early as June 10,  the state Department of Corrections announced Friday, May 3. …
Monthslong Lane Closures Scheduled On Saw Mill River Parkway Monthslong Lane Closures Scheduled On Saw Mill River Parkway
Monthslong Lane Closures Scheduled On Saw Mill River Parkway There will be lane closures and potential delays for motorists on the Saw Mill River Parkway for the next two months in Westchester. The New York State Department of Transportation announced that the right lane closures will be on the northbound parkway between exit 17 (Ashford Avenue) and exit 21 (Route 119). There will also be single-lane closures on the Saw Mill River Parkway southbound between exit 18 (Cyrus Field Road) and exit 21. There will also be a ramp closure at exit 7A (Saw Mill River Parkway northbound) on I-87, while contractors continue construction work in the area. Accordi…
CT Man Busted For Second DWI With BAC Double The Legal Limit CT Man Busted For Second DWI With BAC Double The Legal Limit
CT Man Busted For Second DWI With BAC Double The Legal Limit A Connecticut man living in Westchester was busted for his second DWI in less than two years after being caught swerving on a busy Scarsdale road during an early morning drive, police said. An officer from the Scarsdale Police Department stopped Torrington resident Jose David Felix Orozco shortly before 7 a.m. on Saturday, March 9, when his Jeep was spotted swerving and repeatedly crossing over the double yellow line. During the traffic stop, officers spoke with Orozco, 34, who stated that he had several shots hours earlier in White Plains. The officer said that there was the smell of alcoh…
I-287 Stop In Westchester Leads To DWI Charge For Fairfield Man I-287 Stop In Westchester Leads To DWI Charge For Fairfield Man
I-287 Stop In Westchester Leads To DWI Charge For Fairfield Man A Town of Fairfield man is facing multiple charges after police conducted a traffic stop on I-287 in Westchester. The incident occurred on Sunday, Feb. 3 at around 1:20 a.m. State Police stopped a vehicle on I-287 in the town of Greenburgh for numerous vehicle and traffic violations. During the stop, the driver, 58-year-old James A. Cheney of Fairfield appeared to be intoxicated and gave police probable cause to search the vehicle. Police discovered approximately 34 grams of marijuana during the search. Cheney was arrested, transported and processed at SP Tarrytown where his BAC was found …
Danbury Woman Charged With DWI In Putnam County Stop Danbury Woman Charged With DWI In Putnam County Stop
Danbury Woman Charged With DWI In Putnam County Stop New York State Police troopers busted more than a dozen motorists who were allegedly driving while impaired over the weekend in the Hudson Valley. The local residents charged were: Westchester County On Saturday, Dec. 1, State Police from Hawthorne arrested John D. Fuller, 59, of Cortlandt, for DWI, and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, both misdemeanors. He was traveling on the Sprain Brook Parkway in Greenburgh when he was found sleeping on the Parkway. The investigation revealed that he was impaired by alcohol, and he was subsequently arrested. On Sunday, Dec. 2, Stat…
Danbury, New Fairfield Residents Charged With DWI In NY Danbury, New Fairfield Residents Charged With DWI In NY
Danbury, New Fairfield Residents Charged With DWI In NY More than two dozen motorists were busted by New York State Police troopers this past week as law enforcement agencies in the Hudson Valley continue a nationwide crackdown on drunk, drugged and distracted driving. Local motorists charged: Westchester County On Friday, Oct. 5, State Police from Hawthorne arrested Joanne P. Holmes, 40, of White Plains, for DWI. She was traveling on the Sprain Brook Parkway in Greenburgh, when she was involved in a one-car motor vehicle crash. Investigation revealed that she was impaired by alcohol, and was subsequently arrested. On Saturday, Oct. 6, State P…
Two From Fairfield County Nabbed For Impaired Driving In NY Two From Fairfield County Nabbed For Impaired Driving In NY
Two From Fairfield County Nabbed For Impaired Driving In NY With local and state police agencies cracking down on drunk, drugged and distracted driving, several local residents were among nearly two dozen in the area who found themselves on the wrong side of the law. As part of the STOP-DWI crackdown, State Police troopers busted several motorists for driving while intoxicated as they attempt to stop motorists from drinking and driving in the area. Police said that during the enforcement, drivers can expect a number of sobriety checkpoints and DWI patrols. Troopers will also be looking for motorists who are using their phones and other electronic de…
Dannon To Move Into New $30M Westchester Headquarters Dannon To Move Into New $30M Westchester Headquarters
Dannon To Move Into New $30M Westchester Headquarters The finishing touches are being put on the new Danone company building in White Plains, and next month some 400 employees will be moving from their current Greenburgh location to the new digs. "It's a fabulous space," Michael Neuwirth, a spokesman for Dannon. "It's going to be an exciting move." The owner of Dannon yogurts, Evian water, and other food products, the company announced Thursday that the new $30 million headquarters are almost complete and all should be ready in June. The new 85,000-square-foot building, located in the "The Premises," on Maple Ave…
Not Over Yet: Treacherous Travel With Downed Trees, Slick Roads In Area Not Over Yet: Treacherous Travel With Downed Trees, Slick Roads In Area
Not Over Yet: Treacherous Travel With Downed Trees, Slick Roads In Area It's not over yet. The Nor'easter tearing through the area has left thousands without power, hundreds of downed trees and power lines and numerous road closures, resulting in treacherous travel that will continue through Saturday morning. In the Hudson Valley, an 11-year-old boy was killed Friday afternoon when a tree crashed through a home amid the storm in Putnam County. One town in the area, Greenburgh, had 13 downed tree incidents as of late Friday afternoon. A total of 70,000 were left without power early Friday afternoon in Dutchess County, making it what a Central Hudson spokesman …
Danbury Motorist Charged With DWI In Southeast Stop Danbury Motorist Charged With DWI In Southeast Stop
Danbury Motorist Charged With DWI In Southeast Stop Nearly two dozen area motorists were among those busted by State and local law enforcement agencies have made a concerted effort to curtail impaired drivers in the Hudson Valley as part of a drinking and driving crackdown throughout the state. New York State Police troopers conducted a special detail over the extended President’s Day weekend looking for impaired drivers as they continue their STOP-DWI crackdown. In total, 30 motorists were busted during the detail. Area residents arrested were:  Friday, Feb. 16: State Police from Somers arrested Vladimir Rusnak, 43, of Mount Kisco, for D…
Danbury Drivers Among Those Charged With DWI During Weekend Stops Danbury Drivers Among Those Charged With DWI During Weekend Stops
Danbury Drivers Among Those Charged With DWI During Weekend Stops More than a dozen Hudson Valley motorists were among those busted by New York State Police troopers over the weekend for driving while impaired on local roadways. Since the holiday season, New York State Police and local law enforcement agencies were “out in full force” to curtail impaired drivers in the region. Among those arrested include: Friday, Jan. 19: State police from Poughkeepsie arrested Poughkeepsie resident Steven Vollaro, 38, on Vassar Road in Poughkeepsie for driving while ability impaired by drugs and drug possession. State police from Hawthorne arrested Tarrytown residen…