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New Survey Reveals Percentage Of NYers Who Fear They'll Be Victims Of Gun Violence New Survey Reveals Percentage Of NYers Who Fear They'll Be Victims Of Gun Violence
New Survey Reveals Percentage Of NYers Who Fear They'll Be Victims Of Gun Violence Just days after Gov. Andrew Cuomo declared a “disaster emergency," due to the rise in gun violence, a new survey shows New Yorkers are just as worried. The survey, conducted by SafeWise, polled over 5,000 Americans in their annual State of Safety survey which focuses on crime, their feelings about crime, and their overall feeling of safety and security. Survey results showed that New Yorkers were the most worried residents in the U.S. when it comes to violence and becoming a victim of balance. The survey also found that 73 percent of residents worried about gun violence on a daily bas…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Holiday Patrols In Commercial Areas Help Reduced Crime In Orange County Town, Police Say Holiday Patrols In Commercial Areas Help Reduced Crime In Orange County Town, Police Say
Holiday Patrols In Commercial Areas Help Reduced Crime In Orange County Town, Police Say Police in an Orange County town are pointing to increased patrols as the reason for a low number of crimes in the commercial areas during the holiday season. The New Windsor Police Department conducted holiday patrols in the commercial areas of town during the month of December 2020, said Deputy Chief Michael Farbent. This increased patrol initiative consisted of uniformed officers in marked police cars, as well as less obvious patrols of detectives in unmarked police cars.  The patrols occurred in and around the Vails Gate commercial area, as well as other strip mall a…

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Newburgh Police Offer Tips For Preventing Thefts From Vehicles During Crime Uptick Newburgh Police Offer Tips For Preventing Thefts From Vehicles During Crime Uptick
Newburgh Police Offer Tips For Preventing Thefts From Vehicles During Crime Uptick City of Newburgh Police are warning residents of an uptick in the number of thefts from vehicle. The majority of the larcenies are happening overnight and the one trend seems to be that they had not been locked, said Newburgh Police Det. Sgt. Joseph Rutigliano. In an effort to slow, or stop the larcenies, the department is reminding residents to lock their vehicles, and remove anything of value, including key fobs which allow the thieves to steal the vehicle.  " If a thief can see something of value, even loose change, the likelihood of a break-in is increased," Rutigli…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Thefts From Vehicles Under Investigation In Wallkill Thefts From Vehicles Under Investigation In Wallkill
Thefts From Vehicles Under Investigation In Wallkill Police in Wallkill are encouraging and urging local residents to lock their doors at night following a series of thefts from unlocked cars in the area. Investigators from the Town of Wallkill Police Department are looking into a series of thefts from vehicles that were left parked and unlocked overnight in Scotchtown from Sept. 21 through Sept. 23. They’ve also released a surveillance photo of a suspect in a gray sedan that may have been involved in a vehicle break-in on Sept. 25 near the Schutt Road Extension. “We encourage residents to ensure that their vehicles are parked with the doors …

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
This Hudson Valley Locale Ranks As No. 1 Safest Spot In Nation This Hudson Valley Locale Ranks As No. 1 Safest Spot In Nation
This Hudson Valley Locale Ranks As No. 1 Safest Spot In Nation According to this newly released crime data analysis by Safewise, nine communities in Westchester County, two in Putnam County and three in Orange County are the safest in New York state and among the "Top 100" safest places to live in the entire United States. Safewise analyzed the most recent FBI crime report and put together this resource, which not only lists the 100 safest cities in America but also provides insight into crime trends across the nation. The town of Lewisboro was ranked the "Safest City in America" for a third consecutive year.  "Their collabora…

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by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
Skimmers Stealing Credit Card Numbers At Gas Stations, Secret Service Says Skimmers Stealing Credit Card Numbers At Gas Stations, Secret Service Says
Skimmers Stealing Credit Card Numbers At Gas Stations, Secret Service Says With tens of millions of Americans traveling this July 4th week, the government is warning about a surge in crime at gas stations.The Secret Service issued an alert about a scam involving devices hidden inside the gas pump to steal credit card numbers. Secret Service agents are participating in a nationwide initiative to locate and recover illegal credit card skimming devices from fueling stations Operations are being conducted at locations across 21 states and involving 36 Secret Service field offices with agents inspecting pumps for illegal skimming devices. Skim…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
Car Break-Ins Under Investigation In Wallkill Car Break-Ins Under Investigation In Wallkill
Car Break-Ins Under Investigation In Wallkill Police in Wallkill have launched an investigation into a series of recent auto-break-ins in Scotchtown. The Wallkill Police Department announced this week that they have launched the investigation following several residents who have reported auto larcenies overnight, with property being removed from the vehicles. Police officials said that they are “urging residents to secure their vehicles and to keep valuables out of sight.” Anyone that sees anything suspicious or who has information regarding the rash of break-ins has been asked to contact investigators at the Wallkill Police Department…

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by Zak Failla
News
Fighting Crime In Rockland? There's Now A 'Tip411' App For That Fighting Crime In Rockland? There's Now A 'Tip411' App For That
Fighting Crime In Rockland? There's Now A 'Tip411' App For That The Rockland County District Attorney's Office has created a new app allowing people to anonymously text tips and information.  The technology removes all identifying information before the police see it so there is no way to identify the sender.  The app also allows photos and videos to be sent and to have messages responded to in real time.  Rockland County District Attorney Thomas P. Zugibe, was joined by several local police chiefs to unveil the new app at a Tuesday, Jan. 23 news conference. The new text and social media-based tip line -- tip411 -- allows anyone with a smartphone, tab…

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by Jon Craig
News
Rockland DA Zugibe Will Run For State Supreme Court Rockland DA Zugibe Will Run For State Supreme Court
Rockland DA Zugibe Will Run For State Supreme Court Rockland District Attorney Thomas Zugibe would love to wrap up his career as a judge on the state Supreme Court, and announced Thursday that's just what he plans to do. Zugibe, 64, the county's district attorney for the past 10 years, will seek one of six judgeships up for grabs in Nov. 6, election, he announced before a ballroom full of supporters at the Nyack Seaport. With nearly four decades involved in the state legal system, Zubgie said he is seeking the unexpired term for Justice Thomas Walsh's Rockland-based seat, which has nine years remaining.  He cited his long legal background, …

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Know Something? Rockland Launches Anonymous Web Tipline Know Something? Rockland Launches Anonymous Web Tipline
Know Something? Rockland Launches Anonymous Web Tipline For residents aware of a crime, or crimes taking place, but don't want to get involved, there is a new text and social media-based tip line that allows for a quick, totally anonymous connection to local police. Rolled out on Tuesday by Rockland County District Attorney Thomas P. Zugibe, local police chiefs, the system -- tip411 -- allows anyone with a smartphone, tablet, standard cell phone or computer to anonymously text a tip to their local police department. The app is available for download for free via the Google Play Store, iTunes App Store, or by visiting the Rockland County District…

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by Kathy Reakes