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Politics
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…
Police & Fire
State Police Warn Communities Of Larcenies From Vehicles In Somers Area
With the warm weather, there has been an uptick in burglars breaking into parked cars overnight, said police. New York State Police officials have been investigating several reported larcenies from vehicles in Westchester in recent days, officials said. The larcenies were centered around Somers and Northern Westchester, they noted. In response to the larcenies, State Police in Westchester issued a handful of tips to help homeowners avoid getting robbed: Do not leave your vehicle unlocked. Remove your keys from your vehicle, including spare keys. Do not leave valuables in your vehicl…
News
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…
Lifestyle
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…
Police & Fire
Alert Issued For Man, Woman Accused Of Stealing From Vehicles In Area
See anything? Police in Hyde Park are asking local residents who may have seen something to alert investigators after a man and woman allegedly broke into several cars and stole items out of local cars in the area of Mansion Drive. Investigators noted that residents should lock their doors at night in an effort to curtail thefts from vehicles. Anyone with information regarding the recent rash of thievery has been asked to call the Hyde Park Police Department by calling (845) 229-9340.
Lifestyle
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…
Police & Fire
Multiple Thefts From Unlocked Vehicles Reported In Brookfield
Police investigators in Brookfield are cautioning local residents to be more vigilant in locking their car doors overnight following a recent rash of break-ins of unlocked vehicles. The Brookfield Police Department issued an alert this week after receiving multiple reports of thefts from unlocked vehicles throughout the town over the past few days. The thefts come on the heels of two cars being stolen in nearby Newtown. Investigators noted that the break-ins have not been limited to any one section of the town, and it has been prevalent throughout Brookfield. “We would like to strongly urg…
Police & Fire
State Police In Somers Investigating Spike In Larcenies From Vehicles
State Police from the Somers barracks are investigating an increased number of larcenies from vehicles in Westchester. These crimes are occurring in multiple Westchester residential neighborhoods and are facilitated by residents who leave valuables inside vehicles and fail to secure their vehicles, police said. State Police are advising advise residents to always lock their vehicles and never store valuable property in them. Anyone with information regarding the recent vehicle break-ins is asked to contact State Police in Somers by calling (914) 769-2600.
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