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Man Murders 48-Year-Old Found Inside Albany Home, Police Say Man Murders 48-Year-Old Found Inside Albany Home, Police Say
Man Murders 48-Year-Old Found Inside Albany Home, Police Say A 44-year-old man has been charged with murder in connection with another man’s death at a home in the region. Albany Police were called at around 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 14, for a welfare check at a residence on Rose Court. The caller told dispatchers that a man at the home, 48-year-old Justin Bishop, hadn’t been heard from since the day prior. When they entered the house, officers found Bishop dead. He had suffered multiple cuts to his head and neck area, according to police. On Monday, Jan. 15, detectives announced that they arrested and charged Ashley Heshmat with second-degree murder…
Man Stabs 33-Year-Old Near Shuttered Church In Albany, Runs From Cops, Police Say Man Stabs 33-Year-Old Near Shuttered Church In Albany, Runs From Cops, Police Say
Man Stabs 33-Year-Old Near Shuttered Church In Albany, Runs From Cops, Police Say A 49-year-old man is facing charges after allegedly stabbing another man multiple times near a shuttered church in the region. Emergency crews in Albany were called at around 9:45 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28, for a stabbing near Central Avenue and Robin Street. The incident happened just steps from the Blessed Hope Worship Center, which is now listed as permanently closed. Officers found a 33-year-old man suffering from stab wounds to his back and torso, according to Albany Police. He was transported to Albany Medical Center Hospital with what were described as non-life-threatening injuries. A…
Customer Punches Pizza Driver, Steals Food Over Delivery Fee In Albany, Police Say Customer Punches Pizza Driver, Steals Food Over Delivery Fee In Albany, Police Say
Customer Punches Pizza Driver, Steals Food Over Delivery Fee In Albany, Police Say A suspect has been arrested in a violent robbery involving a pizza delivery driver in the region. Nasir Shabazz, age 27, of Albany, was taken into custody Wednesday, Oct. 4, for allegedly attacking a female Domino’s delivery driver in August 2023. According to Albany Police, the victim delivered pizza to Shabazz’ home near North Pearl Street and Livingston Avenue just before midnight on Tuesday, Aug. 29. When she informed him of the delivery fee, he allegedly punched the woman in the face several times and stole the food. The victim suffered pain and swelling in her face. Shabazz was ch…
Man Holds Woman Captive, Fires Gun Inside Albany Home, Police Say Man Holds Woman Captive, Fires Gun Inside Albany Home, Police Say
Man Holds Woman Captive, Fires Gun Inside Albany Home, Police Say A domestic violence call in the region ended with a 37-year-old man in handcuffs accused of holding a woman against her will and threatening her with a loaded gun. The incident happened shortly before 8 a.m. Tuesday, July 18, in Albany, at a home on Clinton Avenue near Henry Johnson Boulevard, according to Albany Police. After arriving at the home to investigate reports of a domestic disturbance, officers learned that a woman inside had been held against her will by 37-year-old Mallah Dickson, police said. Dickson also fired a single shot from an illegally possessed handgun inside the home…
22-Year-Old Nabbed After Firing Gun Near Albany School, Running From Cops: Police 22-Year-Old Nabbed After Firing Gun Near Albany School, Running From Cops: Police
22-Year-Old Nabbed After Firing Gun Near Albany School, Running From Cops: Police A 22-year-old man with a history of weapons charges is accused of firing a gun near an elementary school in the region and then attempting to flee police, authorities said. Officers in Albany weren’t far away when they heard several gunshots on Sheridan Avenue near Robin Street at around 10:45 a.m. Monday, May 8, according to Albany Police. The location is mere yards from Sheridan Preparatory Academy, where classes were in session at the time. When officers arrived, they spotted a man who took off running when he saw officers. As he was running, the man threw a loaded .40 caliber handgun u…
Update: Woman Who Abandoned Cat Next To Trash Cans In Albany Caught, Police Say Update: Woman Who Abandoned Cat Next To Trash Cans In Albany Caught, Police Say
Update: Woman Who Abandoned Cat Next To Trash Cans In Albany Caught, Police Say A woman who was allegedly seen on surveillance footage abandoning a cat next to garbage cans in the region is now facing animal cruelty charges. Albany resident Lisa Lindo, age 30, was arrested Wednesday, March 8, according to Albany Police. It came one day after the department released video of the incident, which happened on Friday, Jan. 27. The footage shows a woman placing a duffel bag style carrier with a female cat inside next to garbage cans on Sherman Street near Henry Johnson Boulevard. Police said the cat was left without food or water. Video of the incident can be viewed here.…
37-Year-Old Charged In Man’s Shooting Death In Albany 37-Year-Old Charged In Man’s Shooting Death In Albany
37-Year-Old Charged In Man’s Shooting Death In Albany A suspect is behind bars days after a 39-year-old man from the region was found shot to death in broad daylight. Kerdel Young, of Albany, was arrested for second-degree murder Tuesday, Feb. 14, in connection to the death of 39-year-old Anthony Dias, according to Albany Police. Earlier Report: ID Released For 39-Year-Old Killed In Daytime Shooting In Albany Officers were called at around 3:15 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, with reports of shots fired in the West Hill neighborhood, near Sherman and Quail streets.  When they arrived, they found Dias, of Watervliet, lying outside suffering…
Starved, Dehydrated, Semi-Conscious: Albany Man Charged In Dog's Abuse Starved, Dehydrated, Semi-Conscious: Albany Man Charged In Dog's Abuse
Starved, Dehydrated, Semi-Conscious: Albany Man Charged In Dog's Abuse Veterinary workers immediately knew something was wrong when a 6-year-old female pit bull arrived at an animal hospital in the region severely underweight and semi-conscious. The dog arrived at the Capital District Veterinary Hospital in Latham on Thursday, Jan. 12, where staff determined she was hypothermic, dehydrated, and suffering from multiple puncture wounds, according to Albany Police. Employees contacted the department’s Special Operations Unit, whose members investigate animal cruelty complaints. Investigators determined that the dog’s owner, 24-year-old Tahir Jeffers, of Albany,…
Cats Left In Frigid Car For Days By Albany Teen, Police Say Cats Left In Frigid Car For Days By Albany Teen, Police Say
Cats Left In Frigid Car For Days By Albany Teen, Police Say An 18-year-old woman from the region is facing animal cruelty charges after allegedly leaving two cats locked in a car for days during frigid overnight temperatures, authorities said. Yemeena Anderson, of Albany, was arrested following an investigation by the Albany Police Special Operations Unit. Investigators said it was around 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 10, when Anderson left a six-month old male kitten and a one-year-old female cat locked inside her car on Lexington Avenue and Terminal Street. The animals spent several days inside the vehicle, “despite frigid temperatures.” police said.…
Neglected Dog Found In Albany Was Left Locked Up, Severely Underweight, Police Say Neglected Dog Found In Albany Was Left Locked Up, Severely Underweight, Police Say
Neglected Dog Found In Albany Was Left Locked Up, Severely Underweight, Police Say By the time help arrived for a neglected dog found in the region, authorities said the animal was severely underweight and was suffering from multiple open sores on his body, including all four paws. The dog’s owner, 37-year-old Albany resident Robert Simmons, was arrested for animal cruelty Thursday, Dec. 22, following an investigation by Albany Police. Officers were initially contacted a week prior with a complaint from a veterinarian about a malnourished mixed-breed dog that had been brought to their office. Investigators learned that a City of Albany employee had seen the dog on the ne…
Kids As Young As 7 Shown In Child Pornography Found In Albany Home, Police Say Kids As Young As 7 Shown In Child Pornography Found In Albany Home, Police Say
Kids As Young As 7 Shown In Child Pornography Found In Albany Home, Police Say A 27-year-old man from the region is behind bars, accused of possessing child pornography. Albany Police began investigating Calvin Cross on Friday, Dec. 9, after receiving a tip that he had child pornography at his home on Picotte Drive, according to police. Detectives with the department’s Children and Family Services Unit subsequently discovered multiple images and videos in Cross' home depicting children between the ages of 7 and 12 engaging in sexual activity, police said. Cross was arrested on Tuesday, Dec. 13, on one count of possession of obscene sexual performance by a child.…
Robbers Hit 2 Banks In Albany, Police Seeking Tips Robbers Hit 2 Banks In Albany, Police Seeking Tips
Robbers Hit 2 Banks In Albany, Police Seeking Tips Police are asking for tips after robbers hit two different banks in the region on Friday, Dec. 9. Albany Police were first called at around 9:20 a.m. with reports of a robbery at the SEFCU located on Clinton Avenue. Employees told police that a man had approached the counter, passed a note implying that he had a weapon, and demanded cash. The teller complied and the suspect fled with an undisclosed amount of cash, police said. Investigators described the suspect as a Black man wearing dark colored clothing. Nearly 35 minutes later, Albany Police were alerted to another robbery, this ti…
After Assaulting GF, Albany Man Tried To Distract Cops With Bogus Shooting Call, Police Say After Assaulting GF, Albany Man Tried To Distract Cops With Bogus Shooting Call, Police Say
After Assaulting GF, Albany Man Tried To Distract Cops With Bogus Shooting Call, Police Say A 30-year-old man from the region is facing charges after allegedly assaulting his girlfriend and then trying to throw police off his trail by calling 911 to report a phony shooting, authorities said. Albany Police were called at around 11 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, with reports of a domestic altercation at an apartment near Colonie and Lark streets. When officers arrived, a woman told police that her boyfriend, Bilal Turner, of Albany, had grabbed her by the throat and choked her before leaving the home, Albany Police said. He also stomped on her foot with his boot, causing her to suffer a de…
2 Charged In Separate Animal Cruelty Investigations, Including Dog's Death, In Albany 2 Charged In Separate Animal Cruelty Investigations, Including Dog's Death, In Albany
2 Charged In Separate Animal Cruelty Investigations, Including Dog's Death, In Albany Two people are facing charges following separate animal cruelty investigations in the region, including one involving a dog that died.  Albany resident Elisa Sumner, age 27, was arrested Tuesday, Nov. 1, after police looked into the death of her two-year-old German Shepherd at her Spring Street home in August 2022. Albany Police determined that Sumner had failed to provide the animal with enough food and medical care. The dog was found suffering from malnutrition and severe bite wounds to its head and ears, which, combined with a lack of care, ultimately led to the animal’s death, pol…
Man Points Loaded Gun At 2 Women Inside Home In Albany, Police Say Man Points Loaded Gun At 2 Women Inside Home In Albany, Police Say
Man Points Loaded Gun At 2 Women Inside Home In Albany, Police Say A man is facing charges after allegedly pointing a loaded handgun at two women during an altercation at a home in the region. Albany police responded to an apartment complex near Park Avenue and Quail Street at around noon on Sunday, Sept. 18, after getting reports of a man inside with a gun. When officers arrived, they found several people inside the apartment and witnessed one person throw a loaded handgun out of a window, police said. Investigators determined that 56-year-old Ike Weems, of Albany, had threatened two women inside the unit by pointing the weapon at them. There were no r…
Victim In Sword Attack In Albany Is 2004 School Shooter, Report Says Victim In Sword Attack In Albany Is 2004 School Shooter, Report Says
Victim In Sword Attack In Albany Is 2004 School Shooter, Report Says A man who was brutally attacked with a sword at a New York homeless shelter has been identified as the gunman in a 2004 shooting at an upstate high school, according to News10 in Albany. Police said a 34-year-old man suffered severe injuries when another man struck him several times with a sword at the Capital Connections Drop-In Center in Albany on Monday, Aug. 29. The victim was identified by News 10 as 34-year-old Jon Romano, who served 15 years in prison for attempted murder after opening fire at Columbia High School in East Greenbush in February 2004. In that incident, Romano fired …
Man Accused Of Fatally Stabbing Roommate During Altercation In Albany Man Accused Of Fatally Stabbing Roommate During Altercation In Albany
Man Accused Of Fatally Stabbing Roommate During Altercation In Albany A man is behind bars after an altercation between roommates ended with a man being stabbed to death in the Capital District, according to police. Albany Police were called just after 1 a.m. Friday, Aug. 12, with reports of a stabbing at a home near Clinton Street and Third Avenue. When officers arrived, they found 56-year-old Rodney McClean unresponsive inside the home, suffering from multiple stab wounds to his torso, police said. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators determined that McClean’s roommate, 59-year-old Jimmie Lee Allen, had stabbed him during an altercation, acco…
Man Stabs Roommate During Altercation In Albany, Police Say Man Stabs Roommate During Altercation In Albany, Police Say
Man Stabs Roommate During Altercation In Albany, Police Say A 40-year-old Capital District man is hospitalized with serious injuries after police said he was stabbed by his roommate. Albany Police officers were called at around 11 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 7, with reports of a stabbing near Second and Alden avenues. Arriving officers found the victim suffering from serious injuries to his abdomen, police said. He was treated by medics at the scene before being transported to Albany Medical Center Hospital, where he remains in critical condition. Investigators determined that the victim had been stabbed by his 49-year-old roommate, Harvey Forrest, of Alban…
Suspect Punched Victim Unconscious During Robbery In Albany, Police Say Suspect Punched Victim Unconscious During Robbery In Albany, Police Say
Suspect Punched Victim Unconscious During Robbery In Albany, Police Say A 23-year-old Capital District man remains hospitalized in the intensive care unit after police said he was attacked during a robbery. Albany Police said the incident occurred shortly after 3 a.m. Saturday, July 30, near South Pearl and Schuyler streets. Officers were initially called with reports of a man with a weapon. When they arrived they found the victim, identified as an Albany resident, unconscious and appearing to be having a seizure, police said. Medics treated the man at the scene before he was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital and admitted to the ICU. Investigators quic…
Guns, Ammo Found After Man Shoots Through Albany Neighbor's Ceiling: Cops Guns, Ammo Found After Man Shoots Through Albany Neighbor's Ceiling: Cops
Guns, Ammo Found After Man Shoots Through Albany Neighbor's Ceiling: Cops A Capital District man is accused of firing a handgun through a floor and into his neighbor’s apartment. Albany Police were called around 11 a.m. Monday, June 20, to a home on Madison Avenue near Robin Street. The resident told investigators that he found a bullet hole in the ceiling of his basement apartment that appeared to come from the unit directly above his, police said. Investigators determined that the upstairs neighbor had fired a single shot from a handgun into his floor the previous evening, according to police. The bullet traveled through the victim’s ceiling and into his floo…
Man Charged In Fatal Stabbing Of Popular Chef In Albany Man Charged In Fatal Stabbing Of Popular Chef In Albany
Man Charged In Fatal Stabbing Of Popular Chef In Albany Police have arrested a man accused of fatally stabbing an up-and-coming chef in the Capital District. Marquis Jackson, age 34, of Albany, was charged with second-degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon, Albany Police said. Investigators believe Jackson stabbed 31-year-old Tyrome Wallace multiple times during an altercation inside a home on Washington Avenue Monday night, May 16. Wallace later died at Albany Medical Center Hospital. Jackson was arraigned Wednesday, May 18, in Albany City Criminal Court and was being held at the Albany County jail. RIP Tyrome Wallace So sa…
Man Accused Of Shooting Albany Woman Through Window Arrested Man Accused Of Shooting Albany Woman Through Window Arrested
Man Accused Of Shooting Albany Woman Through Window Arrested Police say they've nabbed the man suspected of shooting a 60-year-old Albany woman through her own window. Raheem Hines, age 44, of Albany, was arrested Monday, May 16, according to authorities. Investigators said at the time of his arrest Hines had a loaded 9mm handgun, Albany Police said. His capture came nearly a week after the victim was found suffering from a gunshot wound to her abdomen inside her home on Partridge Street near Madison Avenue. She was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries, police said. Investigators said Hines walked …
Children's Hospital Donations Among $1M Stolen By Albany Club Member Children's Hospital Donations Among $1M Stolen By Albany Club Member
Children's Hospital Donations Among $1M Stolen By Albany Club Member Among the nearly $1 million that was allegedly stolen by an Albany club member were donations to a children’s hospital, Albany Police said. Officers arrested 38-year-old Kenneth Frodyma, of Feura Bush in New Scotland, Thursday, May 5. Investigators said between September 2019 and December 2021, he stole more than $900,000 from the Polish American Citizen’s Club, located on Commerce Avenue in Albany. Some of the money had specifically been allocated for the club’s annual donation to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, police said. Frodyma served as the club’s financial secretary and made multipl…