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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…
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…
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…