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Violent Night: 2 Injured In Separate Albany Shootings Hours Apart Violent Night: 2 Injured In Separate Albany Shootings Hours Apart
Man, Woman Injured In Separate Albany Shootings Two people were injured in separate shootings in the region that occurred hours apart. Both incidents happened in Albany, with the first shooting reported shortly after 7 p.m. Thursday, April 25, in the city’s West Hill neighborhood, near Clinton Avenue and Quail Street. Albany Police said a 21-year-old man walked into the emergency department at Albany Medical Center Hospital suffering from gunshot wounds to his upper thigh and hand. He was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. The victim told police that he had been outside with a group of people when he was shot. No other informat…
New Update: Officer Released From Hospital Following Deadly Shooting In Albany New Update: Officer Released From Hospital Following Deadly Shooting In Albany
Injured Albany Officer Jonathan Damphier Out Of Hospital A week after being shot in an ambush attack in which the suspect then killed himself, a police officer in the region is back home with his family. Albany Police officer Jonathan Damphier was released from Albany Medical Center Hospital on Wednesday, April 24, the agency announced. Cameras were rolling as Damphier emerged from the hospital in a wheelchair accompanied by Albany Police Chief Eric Hawkins. He received a round of applause from the dozens of law enforcement members gathered outside before being helped into a waiting ambulance. Officers applaud as Albany Police Officer Jonat…
New Details: Suspect Killed Himself After Shooting Albany Officer, Chief Says New Details: Suspect Killed Himself After Shooting Albany Officer, Chief Says
Suspect In Albany Officer Shooting Killed Himself: Police New details have emerged following a police shooting in the region that left the suspect dead and the officer hospitalized. The incident happened at around 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 17, in Albany’s Pine Hills neighborhood, just yards from the College of Saint Rose campus. Albany Police said an officer was “ambushed” near the intersection of North Main and Western avenues after catching up to a vehicle that had fled a traffic stop for speeding. Earlier Report: Albany Cop Hurt, Suspect Killed Near College Of Saint Rose As the officer approached the parked car, now unoccupied, the s…
Cop Wounded, Suspect Killed During 'Ambush' Shootout Near College In Albany Cop Wounded, Suspect Killed During 'Ambush' Shootout Near College In Albany
Albany Cop Hurt, Suspect Killed Near College Of Saint Rose A police officer is recovering following a chase and shootout in the region that left the suspect dead. The incident happened at around 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 17, in Albany’s Pine Hills neighborhood, just yards from the College of Saint Rose campus. Albany Police Chief Eric Hawkins said an officer was “ambushed” near the intersection of North Main and Western avenues after catching up to a vehicle that had fled a traffic stop for speeding. As the officer approached the parked car, now unoccupied, the suspect appeared from behind it and shot the officer. He fired back, hitting the susp…
Shooting Victim Takes Self To Hospital After Early-Morning Robbery In Albany Shooting Victim Takes Self To Hospital After Early-Morning Robbery In Albany
Shooting Victim Takes Self To Hospital After Early-Morning Robbery In Albany Police in the region are asking for help following an early-morning shooting that sent a man to the hospital. The Albany County incident happened shortly before 4 a.m. Saturday, April 13, in Albany’s West Hill neighborhood. Police said a 41-year-old man walked into the emergency room at Albany Medical Center Hospital with a gunshot wound to the knee. The wound was not considered life-threatening. The victim told investigators that he was shot during a robbery on First Street between Henry Johnson Boulevard and Lexington Avenue. No suspects had been arrested as of Monday afternoon, April 1…
Ex-Nurse Who Stole Dying Cancer Patient's Ring At Albany Hospital Sentenced To Jail Ex-Nurse Who Stole Dying Cancer Patient's Ring At Albany Hospital Sentenced To Jail
Ex-Nurse Who Stole Dying Cancer Patient's Ring At Albany Hospital Sentenced To Jail A former emergency room employee at a hospital in the region will spend months in jail after confessing that she stole a dying cancer patient’s ring. Albany County resident Caitlin Mullaney, age 36, of Slingerlands, was sentenced to six months behind bars in Albany County Court on Monday, March 25. It followed her guilty plea to one count of fourth-degree grand larceny. Earlier Report: ER Worker Steals Cancer Patient's Ring At Capital Region Hospital, Police Say Albany Police said Mullaney was working as a patient care technician at Albany Medical Center Hospital on July 17, 2023,…
3-Year-Old Boy Shot Inside Albany Home 3-Year-Old Boy Shot Inside Albany Home
3-Year-Old Boy Shot Inside Albany Home A toddler is recovering after being shot inside a home in the region. Albany Police said officers were called to Albany Medical Center Hospital at around 4:10 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, for a 3-year-old boy suffering from a gunshot wound. Investigators determined that the boy was with relatives inside a home near Lark Drive and Manning Boulevard when a firearm was discharged inside the residence, striking him in the upper shoulder area. The child was conscious and alert when he arrived at the hospital, police said. His condition was not made public. Albany Police said the incident is under i…
Man Beat Friend To Death During Fight At Albany Home, DA Says Man Beat Friend To Death During Fight At Albany Home, DA Says
Man Beat Friend To Death During Fight At Albany Home, DA Says Prosecutors have filed formal charges against a man accused of beating his friend to death during a fight in the region. Albany resident Keron Payne, age 34, was arraigned on one count of second-degree murder and one count of first-degree manslaughter in Albany County Court on Monday, March 25. Police were called at around 10:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23, for an unconscious man inside an Albany residence on Clinton Avenue near Henry Johnson Boulevard. Earlier Report: 30-Year-Old Man Killed In Fight With Friend At Albany Home, Police Say The victim, identified as 30-year-old Jieshi Will…
19-Year-Old ATVer Drags Trooper 200 Yards While Fleeing In Sand Lake, Police Say 19-Year-Old ATVer Drags Trooper 200 Yards While Fleeing In Sand Lake, Police Say
19-Year-Old ATVer Drags Trooper 200 Yards While Fleeing In Sand Lake, Police Say A 19-year-old man is accused of injuring a New York State Police trooper in the region while attempting to flee on an ATV. The Rensselaer County incident happened at around 5 p.m. Friday, March 1, in Sand Lake on Johnny Cake Lane. State Police said the trooper stopped Joseph Dominy, of Averill Park, for illegally operating an ATV. Dominy was reportedly uncooperative and attempted to drive away. The trooper became trapped under the vehicle and was dragged approximately 200 yards before getting unstuck. They were taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital for serious but non-life-threatening…
Driver Killed In Head-On Colonie Crash That Injured Second Motorist Driver Killed In Head-On Colonie Crash That Injured Second Motorist
Driver Killed In Head-On Colonie Crash That Injured Second Motorist A head-on crash on a busy roadway in the region left one man dead and another motorist injured during the morning commute. The Albany County wreck happened at around 8 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28 in Colonie, on State Route 9 near Old Loudon Road. Colonie Police said a Subaru was heading northbound on State Route 9 when the driver crossed over the median and struck a southbound Volkswagen head on. Following the collision, the Subaru ended up on its side in a ditch. The driver, 52-year-old Ak Ahmed, of Colonie, was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police. The driver of the Volkswagen,…
30-Year-Old Man Killed In Fight With Friend At Albany Home, Police Say 30-Year-Old Man Killed In Fight With Friend At Albany Home, Police Say
30-Year-Old Man Killed In Fight With Friend At Albany Home, Police Say A homicide investigation is underway after a 30-year-old man suffered fatal injuries during a fight at a home in the region. Albany Police were called at around 10:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23, for an unconscious man inside a residence on Clinton Avenue near Henry Johnson Boulevard. The victim, identified as 30-year-old Jieshi Williams, was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital and later died from blunt force trauma injuries. According to investigators, Williams and his girlfriend were at a gathering with another couple when he got into a physical fight with the other man. Detectives did not…
34-Year-Old Shot To Death Near Albany Park After Repeated Fights, Police Say 34-Year-Old Shot To Death Near Albany Park After Repeated Fights, Police Say
34-Year-Old Shot To Death Near Albany Park After Repeated Fights, Police Say Police are seeking tips after a man was shot to death near a park in the region. The killing happened at around 10 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 7, near Albany’s Bleecker Stadium, near Ontario and First streets. Albany Police said officers were called about a shooting and found evidence consistent with gunfire when they arrived. As detectives were investigating the incident, they learned that a 34-year-old gunshot victim had been dropped off at Albany Medical Center Hospital. The victim, identified by police as Ashad Cooper, was pronounced dead a short time later. According to investigators, Coop…
Gunman Nabbed In Killing Of Albany 23-Year-Old Who Testified Against Abusive BF, Police Say Gunman Nabbed In Killing Of Albany 23-Year-Old Who Testified Against Abusive BF, Police Say
Gunman Nabbed In Killing Of Albany 23-Year-Old Who Testified Against Abusive BF, Police Say Police have arrested a suspect in the killing of a 23-year-old New York woman who was shot to death on Christmas morning after cooperating in her boyfriend’s attempted murder trial. Michael Varlack, age 36, of Albany was arraigned on murder and related charges in Albany County Court on Wednesday, Jan. 17, in the death of Sky Lemmons-Dixon. The young woman was found inside her State Street residence on Monday morning, Dec. 25, with a single gunshot wound to her head, according to Albany Police. Earlier Report: 'A Woman With Dreams': Albany 23-Year-Old Shot To Death After Testifying A…
From Victim To Defendant: 13-Year-Old Charged In Connection To Albany Shootings From Victim To Defendant: 13-Year-Old Charged In Connection To Albany Shootings
From Victim To Defendant: 13-Year-Old Charged In Connection To Albany Shootings A 13-year-old boy who was injured in a shooting in the region is now charged in connection to the attack as well as a second shooting. Emergency crews in Albany were at around 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5, for a shooting in the city’s Arbor Hill neighborhood, near Henry Johnson Boulevard. When they arrived, they found a 13-year-old boy suffering from a gunshot wound to his leg, according to Albany Police. He was treated at the scene by medics and was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. An investigation by the agency’s Children and Family Service Unit dete…
14-Year-Old Shot In Albany, Search On For Suspect 14-Year-Old Shot In Albany, Search On For Suspect
14-Year-Old Shot In Albany, Search On For Suspect A teenager is recovering after being shot in the region. Police in Albany were called just before 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5, for a shooting in the city’s Arbor Hill neighborhood, near Henry Johnson Boulevard and 3rd Street. When officers arrived, they found a 14-year-old boy with a gunshot wound to his leg. He was treated at the scene by medics and was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Investigators believe the teen was shot by an acquaintance after the two got into a fight, police said. No suspects had been arrested as of Monday, Jan. 8. Anyone wi…
'A Woman With Dreams': Albany 23-Year-Old Shot To Death After Testifying Against BF: Report 'A Woman With Dreams': Albany 23-Year-Old Shot To Death After Testifying Against BF: Report
'A Woman With Dreams': Albany 23-Year-Old Shot To Death After Testifying Against BF: Report A 23-year-old New York woman was shot to death on Christmas morning after warning prosecutors that she was being threatened for cooperating in her boyfriend’s attempted murder trial, Albany station CBS 6 reports. See New Update: Gunman Nabbed In Killing Of Albany 23-Year-Old Who Testified Against Abusive BF, Police Say Sky Lemmons-Dixon, of Albany, suffered a single gunshot wound to the head inside a residence on State Street Monday morning, Dec. 25, according to Albany Police. She spent over a week at Albany Medical Center Hospital before finally succumbing to her injuries on Tuesday…
Christmas Shooting: 23-Year-Old Dies Week After Attack At Albany Home Christmas Shooting: 23-Year-Old Dies Week After Attack At Albany Home
Christmas Shooting: 23-Year-Old Dies Week After Attack At Albany Home A 23-year-old woman has died following a Christmas Day shooting at a home in the region. The incident happened at around 10:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 25 in Albany, at a residence on State Street. Albany Police said Sky Lemmons-Dixon was found inside with a single gunshot wound to her head. She spent days at Albany Medical Center Hospital before finally succumbing to her injuries, the department announced Tuesday, Jan. 2. No suspects have been arrested and police did not speculate on a possible motive for the killing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Albany Police Department at …
Suspect Nabbed In Shooting That Killed 32-Year-Old Near Albany Home Suspect Nabbed In Shooting That Killed 32-Year-Old Near Albany Home
Suspect Nabbed In Shooting That Killed 32-Year-Old Near Albany Home A suspect is behind bars in connection with a deadly shooting in the region that claimed the life of a 32-year-old man. The incident happened at around 3 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, in Albany’s West Hill neighborhood, on Judson Street near First Street. When officers arrived, they found Elijah Thompson with a gunshot wound to his chest. Earlier Report: ID Released For Victim Killed In Early-Morning Shooting Outside Albany Home He was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital where he was pronounced dead, according to Albany Police. On Wednesday, Dec. 6, detectives announced that Dario …
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…
14-Year-Old Accidentally Shoots Self At Rensselaer Apartment Complex 14-Year-Old Accidentally Shoots Self At Rensselaer Apartment Complex
14-Year-Old Accidentally Shoots Self At Rensselaer Apartment Complex A 14-year-old boy is recovering after apparently shooting himself at an apartment complex in the region. The Rensselaer County incident happened Sunday, Nov. 26, in Rensselaer, at the Kinwood Apartments located on Chase Drive. According to Rensselaer Police, the boy walked into Albany Medical Center Hospital at around 7:45 p.m. with an apparent gunshot wound. A preliminary investigation found that he had accidentally shot himself. Investigators did not elaborate on the nature of the boy’s injuries or say what type of gun was involved. “This appears to be an isolated incident and we do no…
ID Released For Victim Killed In Early-Morning Shooting Outside Albany Home ID Released For Victim Killed In Early-Morning Shooting Outside Albany Home
ID Released For Victim Killed In Early-Morning Shooting Outside Albany Home Authorities have identified a man who was killed in an early-morning shooting outside a home in the region. The incident happened at around 3 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, in Albany’s West Hill neighborhood, on Judson Street near First Street. When officers arrived, they found a man with a gunshot wound to his chest.  He was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital where he was pronounced dead, according to Albany Police. On Monday, Nov. 13, investigators identified the victim as 32-year-old Elijah Thompson. No suspects had been arrested as of Monday evening and police did not speculate on…
Deadly Weekend: 2 Men Killed In Separate Crashes On Colonie Roadways Deadly Weekend: 2 Men Killed In Separate Crashes On Colonie Roadways
Deadly Weekend: 2 Men Killed In Separate Crashes On Colonie Roadways Two men are dead following separate crashes involving pedestrians in the region. The first incident happened in Albany County just before midnight Saturday, Nov. 11, in Colonie on Central Avenue. A man walked into the roadway near Fuller Road and was struck by a Ford F-150 truck that was driving westbound, according to Colonie Police. The victim, identified as 49-year-old David Herskind, was pronounced dead at the scene. A 48-year-old Albany man who was driving the truck remained at the scene and is cooperating with police. Emergency crews in Colonie were called again shortly before midn…
Suspect Nabbed In Late-Night Stabbing Near Albany Park Suspect Nabbed In Late-Night Stabbing Near Albany Park
Suspect Nabbed In Late-Night Stabbing Near Albany Park Police have arrested a suspect in an overnight stabbing attack near a park in the region. The incident happened at around 2:15 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, in Albany near Central Avenue and Henry Johnson Boulevard, steps from Townsend Park. When officers arrived, they found a 42-year-old man suffering from a stab wound to his lower back, according to Albany Police. He was taken by ambulance to Albany Medical Center Hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries. An investigation pointed to 33-year-old Teyona Lewis, of Troy, as the culprit, according to police. Lewis was arrested a sho…
ER Worker Steals Cancer Patient's Ring At Albany Hospital, Police Say ER Worker Steals Cancer Patient's Ring At Albany Hospital, Police Say
ER Worker Steals Cancer Patient's Ring At Albany Hospital, Police Say An emergency room employee is accused of stealing a cancer patient’s ring as the woman slept at a hospital in the region. Albany County resident Caitlin Mullaney, age 36, of Slingerlands, was arrested Friday, Aug. 4, on suspicion of grand larceny. According to Albany Police, Mullaney was working as a patient care technician at Albany Medical Center Hospital on Monday, July 17, when she approached a 75-year-old female patient who was sleeping on a stretcher. Moments later, she removed the woman’s ring and took it, police said. Mullaney was arraigned Friday in Albany City Criminal Court and…
New Update: 17-Year-Old Charged In Fatal Shooting Of Man In Albany New Update: 17-Year-Old Charged In Fatal Shooting Of Man In Albany
New Update: 17-Year-Old Charged In Fatal Shooting Of Man In Albany A teenager has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a 21-year-old man in the region. The shooting happened at around 7:15 p.m. Saturday, July 22, in Albany, near Morton Avenue and Elizabeth Street. When officers arrived, they found Naheim Burbridge, of Albany, with at least one gunshot wound to the torso, Albany Police said. Earlier Report: 21-Year-Old Shot To Death In Albany Was Looking Forward To 'Brighter Future' After HS Burbridge was transported by ambulance to Albany Medical Center Hospital where he was pronounced dead. On Tuesday, July 25, police announced t…
21-Year-Old Shot To Death In Albany Was Looking Forward To 'Brighter Future' After HS 21-Year-Old Shot To Death In Albany Was Looking Forward To 'Brighter Future' After HS
21-Year-Old Shot To Death In Albany Was Looking Forward To 'Brighter Future' After HS Police are investigating a shooting in the region that claimed the life of a 21-year-old man. Emergency crews were called at around 7:15 p.m. Saturday, July 22, to a shooting in Albany, on Morton Avenue near Elizabeth Street. When officers arrived, they found Naheim Burbridge, of Albany, with at least one gunshot wound to the torso, Albany Police said. Burbridge was transported by ambulance to Albany Medical Center Hospital where he was pronounced dead. Police did not speculate on a possible motive in the killing and no suspects had been arrested as of Monday, July 24. There were no othe…
Deadly Week: 3 Men Killed In Separate Albany Shootings Deadly Week: 3 Men Killed In Separate Albany Shootings
Deadly Week: 3 Men Killed In Separate Albany Shootings Three men are dead following a week of gun violence in the region. Albany Police officers were called at around 12:45 a.m. Sunday, June 25, with reports of a shooting near Myrtle Avenue and Philip Street, one block east of the governor’s mansion. When emergency crews arrived, they found 28-year-old Deandre Morrison, of Albany, suffering from a gunshot wound to his torso. Morrison was taken by ambulance to Albany Medical Center Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, according to police. A little over an hour later, just after 2 a.m., officers learned of another shooting in the Pine Hills …
Man Killed In Two-Vehicle Crash In Colonie Man Killed In Two-Vehicle Crash In Colonie
Man Killed In Two-Vehicle Crash In Colonie A 74-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a two-vehicle crash in the region. The Albany County wreck happened at around 1:40 p.m. Friday, June 9, in Colonie, on Crescent Road near Fonda Road. According to Colonie Police, Alexander Ortiz, age 74, of Hannacroix in Greene County, was driving his motorcycle eastbound on Crescent Road when he crossed into the oncoming lane. He then collided with a Nissan Altima and was ejected from the bike. The 21-year-old driver of the Nissan, who was not injured, called 911 and attempted to render aid to Ortiz, but he was ultimately pronounced dead at Albany…
Barbershop Shooting: Support Rising For Albany 'Safe Haven' Targeted In Drive-By Killing Worker Barbershop Shooting: Support Rising For Albany 'Safe Haven' Targeted In Drive-By Killing Worker
Barbershop Shooting: Support Rising For Albany 'Safe Haven' Targeted In Drive-By Killing Worker The community is rallying around a barber shop in the region that was targeted in a drive-by shooting that killed an employee and left two others hospitalized, including a young child. Police in Albany were called at around 2:45 p.m. Sunday, May 13, with reports of shots fired at the Village Barber & Beauty, located on Second Avenue near Slingerland Street. When officers arrived, they found three victims suffering from gunshot wounds inside the business, including Tyrone Staley, a 47-year-old employee who was hit in his torso and shoulder. Earlier Report: Employee Killed, 2 Other…
Employee Killed, 2 Others Injured, Including Child, In Shooting At Albany Barber Shop Employee Killed, 2 Others Injured, Including Child, In Shooting At Albany Barber Shop
Employee Killed, 2 Others Injured, Including Child, In Shooting At Albany Barber Shop A 47-year-old employee was killed and two others were injured, including a young child, when a gunman opened fire at a barber shop in the region. The shooting happened at around 2:45 p.m. Saturday, May 13, in Albany, at the Village Barber & Beauty on Second Avenue near Slingerland Street, according to Albany Police. When officers arrived they found three victims suffering from gunshot wounds inside the business, including the employee, who had been shot in his torso and shoulder. He was taken by ambulance to Albany Medical Center Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Owner Reginal…
Gunman Who Killed Father Of 2, Security Guard In Albany Gets 25 Years Gunman Who Killed Father Of 2, Security Guard In Albany Gets 25 Years
Gunman Who Killed Father Of 2, Security Guard In Albany Gets 25 Years More than a year after a 35-year-old security guard and father of two from the region was shot to death, his killer is heading to prison. Albany County resident Sean Pacheco, age 40, of Watervliet, was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison in Albany County Court on Wednesday, April 19. Earlier Report: Gunman Pleads Guilty In Shooting Death Of Security Guard, Father Of 2 In Albany It followed his guilty plea to multiple charges, including second-degree murder, in the November 2021 killing of John Welcome in Albany. Welcome was found suffering from a gunshot wound to his torso at aro…