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Village In Westchester Appoints First Female Police Chief Village In Westchester Appoints First Female Police Chief
Village In Westchester Appoints First Female Police Chief A village in Westchester has appointed its first female police chief. The Village of Mamaroneck’s Board of Trustees announced that Lt. Sandra DiRuzza was named as the village’s Provisional Police Chief.  DiRuzza succeeds current Village of Mamaroneck Police Chief Christopher Leahy, who is retiring after a 30-year-career in law enforcement. DiRuzza will be the only woman leading a Westchester police department. Her appointment will be provisional until she takes a civil service exam. DiRuzza began working in the Village of Mamaroneck Police Department in 2004 and quickly rose through …

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by Kathy Reakes
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Four Teens Caught With Loaded Handguns After Chase, Crash In Westchester Four Teens Caught With Loaded Handguns After Chase, Crash In Westchester
Four Teens Caught With Loaded Handguns After Chase, Crash In Westchester Four teenagers were busted with loaded handguns in Westchester after attempting to flee from officers and crashing, police said. Officers from the Mamaroneck Police Department responded at approximately 7:40 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 19 to Grant Terrace, where there was a report of a suspicious vehicle and a man who had urinated on the street. Upon arrival, the officers found the vehicle, and while questioning four teens inside, the driver proceeded to speed away, launching a chase with police. Police said that after committing multiple traffic violations, the teen driver crashed on Mamarone…

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by Zak Failla
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Vehicle Burglaries On Rise, Mamaroneck Police Chief Says Vehicle Burglaries On Rise, Mamaroneck Police Chief Says
Vehicle Burglaries On Rise, Mamaroneck Police Chief Says Police are warning Mamaroneck residents of a recent uptick in the number of vehicle burglaries throughout the region. Police Chief Christopher Leahy said officers are on the lookout for any suspicious activity, but added that residents can help as well by taking a few proactive steps. Park your car in a well-lit area Make sure your vehicle is locked Make sure your vehicle alarm is activated Make sure your key/key fob is not left in the vehicle Do not leave any personal or valuable belongings in plain view As always, if you see something, say something, Leahy added. If you notice suspiciou…

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by Kathy Reakes