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Beekman Fire Department

Two Dead, Two Critical Following Dispute Between Neighbors In Area Two Dead, Two Critical Following Dispute Between Neighbors In Area
Two Dead, Two Critical Following Dispute Between Neighbors In Area Two people are dead and another two are critically wounded following a dispute between Hudson Valley neighbors. The incident took place around 11 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 29, at 174 Walnut Drive in the town of Beekman in Dutchess County. Sheriff's deputies responded to the home for a report of an active disturbance in which a man was stabbing other people, according to Captain John Watterson of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office. A preliminary investigation has revealed that Willem C. Salcius, age 32, of Beekman, started an altercation with neighbors, during which he stabbed thre…
Fire Rips Through Home In East Fishkill Fire Rips Through Home In East Fishkill
Fire Rips Through Home In East Fishkill An East Fishkill family lost everything in a fire that ravaged the home on Queen Anne Lane. The fire, which started around 5:30 p.m., Thursday, May 16, was first reported as a tractor fire, but when East Fishkill firefighters arrived on scene they found the 3,500-square-foot home was engulfed in smoke and flames, said department officials. The fire reportedly destroyed about 90 percent of the home, but the two residents were able to escape unharmed, said a GoFundMe account set up to help the homeowners. The GoFundMe page is attempting to raise money for the family to replace some of their …
Family Pets Killed In Beekman House Fire Family Pets Killed In Beekman House Fire
Family Pets Killed In Beekman House Fire A family lost several pets after a fire ravaged a Beekman home while nobody was home. The fire began around 6 p.m. Monday, March 4, at 65 Pleasant Ridge Road, said Beekman Fire Chief Greg Rayburn. Rayburn said the dogs and cats perished, most likely from smoke inhalation, the chief said. He was not sure of the number of animals. Beekman firefighters were on the scene of the fire until after 12:30 a.m., he added. A cause of the fire is under investigation. The home received extensive damage from smoke and water, he added.  Beekman was assisted on the scene by East Fishkill, LaGr…