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New Update: Fatal Northern Westchester Shooting Victim ID'd, Suspect Caught New Update: Fatal Northern Westchester Shooting Victim ID'd, Suspect Caught
New Update: Fatal Northern Westchester Shooting Victim ID'd, Suspect Caught Authorities have located a suspect in a fatal shooting that left a 53-year-old man dead in Northern Westchester.  The arrest stemmed from a fatal shooting that happened on Sunday, May 21 just after 7:30 p.m., when police responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Sherman Avenue and McKinley Street in Peekskill, according to Peekskill Police Lt. Adam Renwick.  Earlier Report - Shooting Leaves Victim Hospitalized In Peekskill: 'Not Random Act,' Police Say When officers arrived at the scene, they found 53-year-old Ernest Wilson of Peekskill with numerous…
Shooting Leaves Victim Hospitalized In Peekskill: 'Not Random Act,' Police Say Shooting Leaves Victim Hospitalized In Peekskill: 'Not Random Act,' Police Say
Shooting Leaves Victim Hospitalized In Peekskill: 'Not Random Act,' Police Say New, updated report: New Update: Fatal Shooting Victim ID'd, Suspect Caught In Peekskill Authorities are searching for the suspect in a shooting that left one victim hospitalized with multiple gunshot wounds in Northern Westchester.  The incident happened on Sunday, May 21 just after 7:30 p.m., when officers responded to the area of Sherman Avenue and McKinley Street in Peekskill for a report of shots fired, according to Peekskill Police.  Once they arrived at the scene, police found a 53-year-old victim with numerous gunshot wounds in the area of Welcher Avenue an…
19-Year-Old Suspect Nabbed After Broad-Daylight Shooting In Northern Westchester 19-Year-Old Suspect Nabbed After Broad-Daylight Shooting In Northern Westchester
19-Year-Old Suspect Nabbed After Broad-Daylight Shooting In Northern Westchester A teenage suspect is in custody after a shooting in Northern Westchester. Just before noontime on Wednesday, Nov. 9, officers responded to a report of shots fired in Peekskill on Central Avenue near Washington Street. Officers at arriving at the scene found a 31-year-old Peekskill resident lying on the sidewalk after being shot in the upper leg, the Peekskill Police Department. Life-saving measures were performed on the victim, who was rushed to Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla in unstable condition, according to police.  At the crime scene, a discarded loaded firearm was …
Black Bear Spotted On Busy Roadway In Northern Westchester Black Bear Spotted On Busy Roadway In Northern Westchester
Black Bear Spotted On Busy Roadway In Northern Westchester Some Northern Westchester residents welcomed an unexpected visitor to the neighborhood when a black bear was spotted making the rounds in the area. The Peekskill Police Department issued an alert that there was a reported black bear sighting this week in the area of Welcher Avenue and Washington Street. While taking in the sights, the bear did not approach anyone or cause any disturbances. Police cautioned that “if you happen to spot a bear please do not approach or disturb it.” Anyone who requires assistance can reach out to the Peekskill Police Department by calling (914) 737-8000. The …
Police Investigating Theft Of Wallet With $1K From Unlocked Vehicle In Northern Westchester Police Investigating Theft Of Wallet With $1K From Unlocked Vehicle In Northern Westchester
Police Investigating Theft Of Wallet With $1K From Unlocked Vehicle In Northern Westchester Police are investigating a theft from an unlocked vehicle in Northern Westchester. Officers responded to Washington Street in Peekskill for a report of a robbery around 7:30 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 28, said Peekskill Police Lt. Jack Galusha. After a brief interview with the victim police found that a wallet with approximately $1,000 had been taken from inside the unlocked vehicle, Galusha said. The suspect fled east on South Street and was not caught. Galusha said the department is actively investigating the case. Anyone with information should contact the Peekskill Police at 914-737-80…
Man Killed While Walking Along Roadway In Northern Westchester Man Killed While Walking Along Roadway In Northern Westchester
Man Killed While Walking Along Roadway In Northern Westchester A 78-year-old man was struck and killed by a vehicle while he was walking on a roadway in Northern Westchester. The incident took place around 3:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 29, when William O’Connor was walking in the area of Washington and Requa streets, said Peekskill Police Lt. Jack Galusha. O'Connor, of Peekskill, reportedly suffered a serious head wound and was unresponsive when police arrived on the scene.  He was rushed to Westchester Medical Center where he died several hours later, Galusha said. The driver of the vehicle remained on the scene. As of late Tuesday, Dec. 31…
Fire Breaks Out At Northern Westchester Apartment Building Fire Breaks Out At Northern Westchester Apartment Building
Fire Breaks Out At Northern Westchester Apartment Building Firefighters were dispatched to a Westchester apartment building shortly before noon after a fire broke out. Crews responded to the two-story building in Peekskill on Washington Street at approximately 11:45 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 15 where there was a report of a working fire in the building. While firefighters battle the blaze, the area and roadway are temporarily shut down. No other information was immediately available.  This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Woman Charged With DWAI After One-Car Crash In Northern Westchester Woman Charged With DWAI After One-Car Crash In Northern Westchester
Woman Charged With Dwai After One-Car Crash In Northern Westchester A Westchester woman who was in possession of crack cocaine was among 16 drivers in the Hudson Valley busted for alleged impaired driving over the weekend. Troopers from the New York State Police barrack in Cortlandt were called to Washington Street in Peekskill, where there was a report of a one-car crash. While investigating the crash, it was determined that the driver, Mount Vernon resident Normajean Wilke, 43, was under the influence of drugs and in possession of crack cocaine and she was arrested. Wilke was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance and driving while un…
Nine Northern Westchester Residents Charged With DWI By State Police Nine Northern Westchester Residents Charged With DWI By State Police
Nine Northern Westchester Residents Charged With DWI By State Police More than 30 motorists were busted by New York State Police troopers as law enforcement agencies in the Hudson Valley continue a nationwide crackdown on drunk, drugged and distracted driving. A total of 18 of those charged were from the region: Westchester County On Friday, Oct. 12, State Police from Somers arrested Edwin P. Loja Cabrera, 21, of Ossining, for DWI. He was traveling on Route 100 in Somers, when he was involved in a motor vehicle crash. Investigation revealed that he was impaired by alcohol, and was subsequently arrested. On Friday, Oct 12, State Police from Cortlandt arrest…
Police Search For BMW In Northern Westchester Pedestrian Hit-Run Police Search For BMW In Northern Westchester Pedestrian Hit-Run
Police Search For BMW In Northern Westchester Pedestrian Hit-Run Police are searching for a black BMW with Connecticut license plates that struck a pedestrian and fled the area in Peekskill. The incident occurred around 9 a.m. Thursday at Washington and Franklin streets. Peekskill police are not releasing any further information, including the condition of the person struck, other than the incident is under investigation. This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.