Car Fire Kills Man Outside Westchester Municipal Building: Police Car Fire Kills Man Outside Westchester Municipal Building: Police
Car Fire Kills Man Outside Westchester Municipal Building: Police An 82-year-old man died in a fiery crash outside of a municipal building Friday evening, Feb. 7 in Westchester. Police received multiple 911 calls for a motor vehicle fire with an occupant trapped in the back of the municipal building parking lot on Maple Avenue around 5:45 p.m. in Hastings on Hudson, Chief David A Dosin said. Officers and fire chiefs from the Hastings-on-Hudson Fire Department attempted to remove the driver from the vehicle utilizing fire extinguishers but were unsuccessful. Additional fire trucks arrived on the scene and extinguished the fire. Ultimately, the opera…
Two 16-Year-Olds Stabbed Dead In Yonkers, 17-Year-Old In Custody: Police Two 16-Year-Olds Stabbed Dead In Yonkers, 17-Year-Old In Custody: Police
Two 16-Year-Olds Stabbed Dead In Yonkers, 17-Year-Old In Custody: Police A Yonkers teenager has been charged with murder after a double stabbing left two 16-year-old boys dead, police said. Officers responded to a report of a dispute at 136 Lake Avenue around 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6, according to the Yonkers Police Sgt. Robert Spink. When they arrived, officers found the two victims outside the location with stab wounds. The victims were immediately taken to area hospitals, where both succumbed to their injuries shortly after arrival, officials said. Detectives from the Major Case Squad, Digital Forensics Unit, and Crime Scene Unit quickly launched an invest…
Complaints Lead To Narcotics Raid: 6 Nabbed At Hudson Valley Apartment, Police Say Complaints Lead To Narcotics Raid: 6 Nabbed At Hudson Valley Apartment, Police Say
Complaints Lead To Narcotics Raid: 6 Nabbed At Hudson Valley Apartment, Police Say Authorities in Dutchess County took six people into custody and seized narcotics and firearms after raiding an apartment suspected of drug activity, police announced. On Wednesday, Feb. 5, the City of Poughkeepsie Police Department executed a search warrant at 641 Main St., Apt. 4, following an investigation sparked by community complaints, according to the department.  During the operation—conducted by the Poughkeepsie SWAT Team, the Detective Division’s Neighborhood Recovery Unit, the Patrol Division, and the New York State Police—officers found 12 people inside the small apartment.&…
Car Stolen From Gas Station While Owner Was In Store In Hudson Valley: Police Car Stolen From Gas Station While Owner Was In Store In Hudson Valley: Police
Car Stolen From Gas Station While Owner Was In Store In Hudson Valley: Police A man accused of stealing a vehicle from a Dutchess County gas station while its owner was in the store was apprehended after officers located the car and found him inside, police announced.  The theft happened around 7 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6, when patrol officers responded to the Gulf Station at 531 Main St. in the City of Poughkeepsie for a report of a stolen vehicle. According to police, the car was taken while the owner was inside the store, and the suspect had already fled the area. Officers canvassed the surrounding streets but were initially unable to locate the stolen car. Ho…
Teen, 15, Found Dead: 2 Nabbed After Discovery Of Body In Westchester, Police Say (UPDATE) Teen, 15, Found Dead: 2 Nabbed After Discovery Of Body In Westchester, Police Say (UPDATE)
Teen, 15, Found Dead: 2 Nabbed After Discovery Of Body In Westchester, Police Say (Update) Authorities have charged two people in connection to the death of 15-year-old Jonson Temaj, a high school student who was found unresponsive on a sidewalk in Westchester, police announced.  New Rochelle Police announced Friday, Feb. 7, that two people have been charged in connection with Temaj's death after his body was found on Thursday, Feb. 6 at the intersection of Washington Avenue and Charles Street in New Rochelle, as Daily Voice reported.  The suspects are:  Hugo Perez-Gabriel, 32, of New Rochelle, who is charged with concealment of a human corpse and endan…
Luxury SUV Targeted In Overnight Home Burglary In Westchester Neighborhood Luxury SUV Targeted In Overnight Home Burglary In Westchester Neighborhood
Luxury SUV Targeted In Overnight Home Burglary In Westchester Neighborhood Authorities in Westchester County are investigating a home burglary in which suspects broke in to steal a high-end SUV, police announced.  The incident happened in Eastchester on Greystone Circle in the southern part of town, the Eastchester Police Department announced on Friday, Feb. 7. Investigators believe the suspects entered the home during the overnight hours in an attempt to locate the keys to a luxury SUV parked in the driveway. Police said the burglary is similar to two other recent incidents in a neighboring village, in which Range Rovers were stolen during the late-night an…
2 Killed In Stabbing Outside Pizzeria In Yonkers, Police Say 2 Killed In Stabbing Outside Pizzeria In Yonkers, Police Say
2 Killed In Stabbing Outside Pizzeria In Yonkers, Police Say A violent dispute outside a Westchester pizza shop turned deadly after two men were stabbed multiple times, authorities said.  The incident happened around 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6, when Yonkers Police responded to reports of a fight outside Mickey’s Pizzeria at 136 Lake Ave. in Yonkers, according to Yonkers Police Sgt. Robert Spink. Upon arrival, officers found two men suffering from multiple knife wounds. Both were rushed to an area hospital in critical condition but later died from their injuries.  Preliminary investigations suggest that a fight between a small group of peop…
Man Accused Of Lying About Stolen Porsche To Officers In Westchester: Police Man Accused Of Lying About Stolen Porsche To Officers In Westchester: Police
Man Accused Of Lying About Stolen Porsche To Officers In Westchester: Police A Westchester County man is facing charges after allegedly filing a false police report about his luxury car being stolen, authorities said. Jerry Giovinazzo, age 51, of Yorktown, was arrested for falsely reporting an incident in the third degree, a misdemeanor, the Yorktown Police Department announced on Thursday, Feb. 6.  The investigation began on Wednesday, Jan. 15, when an officer responded to a report of a stolen 2020 Porsche Panamera from Giovinazzo’s driveway. The officer found no signs of forced entry and confirmed that Giovinazzo was still in possession of both sets of keys, …
Person Jumps From Bear Mountain Bridge (DEVELOPING) Person Jumps From Bear Mountain Bridge (DEVELOPING)
Person Jumps From Bear Mountain Bridge (Developing) Authorities responded to the Bear Mountain Bridge in the Hudson Valley after a person jumped off the structure early in the morning.  The incident happened on Friday, Feb. 7 at around 3:45 a.m., when a person leaped from the bridge, according to New York State Police.  Authorities are still at the bridge, police said, adding that more information is not yet available.  The structure connects Bear Mountain State Park in Orange County to the town of Cortlandt in Westchester County.  This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 
Alert Issued For Missing Girl, 12, In Hudson Valley Alert Issued For Missing Girl, 12, In Hudson Valley
Alert Issued For Missing Girl, 12, In Hudson Valley Authorities in Dutchess County are searching for a missing 12-year-old girl.  In an announcement on Thursday, Feb. 6, the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department said they are searching for Miamor Rivera, who went missing on Saturday, Jan. 25.  Rivera is described as White, 5-foot-3, and 133 pounds with black hair and brown eyes.  She was last seen wearing a black hoodie, black sweatpants, and clear-framed glasses. She may travel to Schenectady, authorities said.  Anyone with information is asked to call Town of Poughkeepsie Police at 845-485-3666.  Click the Face…
Vehicle Lands On Side On Icy Route 9 In Westchester Vehicle Lands On Side On Icy Route 9 In Westchester
Vehicle Lands On Side On Icy Route 9 In Westchester Icy road conditions in Northern Westchester caused a rollover crash, firefighters said.  The crash happened on Thursday, Feb. 6 at around 7:15 a.m., when a vehicle landed on its side on northbound Route 9 in Croton-on-Hudson, according to the village's fire department.  The driver declined any medical treatment, firefighters said. The response took around 45 minutes in total. "More winter weather may hit our area in the upcoming weekend. As a reminder, if you don’t absolutely have to drive in snow and ice, don’t," the department wrote in a social media post. 
Bloods Killer Wanted In Yonkers Murder Captured After Hiding In Aunt's CT Apartment: Cops Bloods Killer Wanted In Yonkers Murder Captured After Hiding In Aunt's CT Apartment: Cops
Bloods Killer Wanted In Yonkers Murder Captured After Hiding In Aunt's CT Apartment: Cops A 19-year-old Bloods gangster wanted for an August murder in Yonkers, NY was tracked down and arrested inside a Stamford, CT apartment this week, authorities said. Kelvin Mitchell was taken into custody at his aunt's apartment on Atlantic Street apartment following the execution of a search warrant on Wednesday, Feb. 5, Stamford Police Capt. Richard Conklin said. Mitchell was wanted on a fully extraditable warrant for the killing of Daquan Glenn in Yonkers on Aug. 26, 2024, Conklin said. He faces charges of second-degree murder, second-degree attempted murder, second-degree assault, an…
Martial Arts Instructor Sexually Abused Children Over Several Years In Hudson Valley: Police Martial Arts Instructor Sexually Abused Children Over Several Years In Hudson Valley: Police
Martial Arts Instructor Sexually Abused Children Over Several Years In Hudson Valley: Police A Dutchess County martial arts instructor has been arrested for allegedly sexually abusing multiple children over the course of several years, authorities announced.  Tyler G. Leclerc, age 28, of Hyde Park, was taken into custody on Wednesday, Feb. 5, New York State Police said on Thursday, Feb. 6.  According to authorities, the Bureau of Criminal Investigation at the State Police Poughkeepsie barracks first received a report of child sexual abuse on Friday, Jan. 31. Their investigation uncovered evidence that Leclerc had victimized multiple children over an extended period, police said. F…
Duo Uses 3D Printer To Make 'Ghost Guns' In Westchester, Police Say Duo Uses 3D Printer To Make 'Ghost Guns' In Westchester, Police Say
Duo Uses 3D Printer To Make 'Ghost Guns' In Westchester, Police Say Two Northern Westchester residents are facing serious charges after authorities discovered an illegal weapons manufacturing operation involving 3D-printed firearms, police announced. Nicholas Pinnetti, 46, and Brooke Ahern, 42, both of Hillside Avenue in Goldens Bridge, were arrested earlier this week following an investigation by the Westchester County Police Narcotics Unit with assistance from the Lewisboro Police Department, the county announced on Thursday, Feb. 6. A search warrant executed at their home around 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 4, led to the seizure of seven “ghost guns”, a quant…
Car Flips On I-684 In Westchester Car Flips On I-684 In Westchester
Car Flips On I-684 In Westchester Firefighters rushed to Interstate 684 in Northern Westchester after a car overturned amid snowy conditions, causing injuries.  The crash happened on Thursday, Feb. 6 at around 10:30 a.m., when a car flipped on I-684 North near Exit 5 in Katonah, according to 511NY and the Katonah Fire Department. Arriving first responders soon rescued the driver from the vehicle, who was then taken to Westchester Medical Center.  Fire crews stayed at the scene for a short amount of time to help tow trucks and manage traffic. 
Fight Between Armed Teens In Westchester: Officers Seize Gun Used, Police Say Fight Between Armed Teens In Westchester: Officers Seize Gun Used, Police Say
Fight Between Armed Teens In Westchester: Officers Seize Gun Used, Police Say Police subdued a group of armed teenagers after a fight broke out in a Westchester County neighborhood, authorities said. The incident happened in Ossining on Tuesday night, Feb. 4, when officers responded to a report of a fight in progress on Broad Avenue, according to the Ossining Police Department. Upon arrival, officers encountered multiple suspects, aged 15 to 19, who attempted to flee. Police managed to apprehend them and recovered a loaded handgun that one of the suspects had brandished during the altercation, officials said. Authorities emphasized that the fight was not a random ac…
ID Released Of 15-Year-Old HS Student Found Dead At Westchester Intersection (UPDATE) ID Released Of 15-Year-Old HS Student Found Dead At Westchester Intersection (UPDATE)
ID Released Of 15-Year-Old HS Student Found Dead At Westchester Intersection (Update) This story has been updated.  A 15-year-old boy was found unresponsive at an intersection in Westchester County, prompting a police investigation. New, updated report - 2 Charged In Jonson Temaj's Death In New Rochelle: Police The incident happened early Thursday, Feb. 6, around 6:15 a.m., when New Rochelle Police responded to the area of Charles Street and Washington Avenue for a report of an unresponsive person, New Rochelle Police Captain J. Collins Coyne said. Upon arrival, officers found unresponsive 15-year-old Jonson Temaj. They attempted to render aid before he was trans…
Driver Hospitalized After Car Slides Into Woods In Hudson Valley Driver Hospitalized After Car Slides Into Woods In Hudson Valley
Driver Hospitalized After Car Slides Into Woods In Hudson Valley Slippery roads amid snowy conditions on Thursday, Feb. 6 led to multiple crashes in Putnam County, including a vehicle that veered off the road and into the woods, first responders said.  The crash happened at around 7:15 a.m. when the Mahopac Falls Volunteer Fire Department and Carmel VAC were dispatched to Hitchcock Hill Road for a single-vehicle accident. Upon arrival, crews found the vehicle off the roadway and into the trees. EMS personnel assessed the driver at the scene before transporting them to a hospital for further evaluation, the fire department said. Shortly after, emerg…
Wanted: Police Seek Hudson Valley Man At Large Wanted: Police Seek Hudson Valley Man At Large
Wanted: Police Seek Hudson Valley Man At Large Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a Dutchess County man wanted on felony charges. New York State Police have issued an arrest warrant for Robert J. Brown, a resident of Wappingers Falls, in connection with criminal possession of stolen property, police announced on Wednesday, Feb. 5 at around 4 p.m.  Anyone who has information on Brown’s whereabouts or has been in contact with him is urged to call Troop K Communications at (845) 677-7300 or SP Wappinger at (845) 298-0952 and refer to case No. NY2400913866.  Police assured that all sources will remain c…
Police Deny ICE Activity Amid Social Media Rumors In Westchester Village Police Deny ICE Activity Amid Social Media Rumors In Westchester Village
Police Deny ICE Activity Amid Social Media Rumors In Westchester Village Police in a Westchester County village are pushing back against social media speculation about potential immigration enforcement activity.  The Port Chester Police Department issued a statement on social media on Wednesday, Feb. 5 in which they denied claims that US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) would be conducting operations in the village on Thursday, Feb. 6.  The rumors, which allegedly originated from an overheard conversation in a local deli, were later amplified in a Facebook post, police said.  "We have no credible information concerning this response or h…
Scammers Claim Relatives Are in Trouble Over Phone Calls In Hudson Valley, Police Say Scammers Claim Relatives Are in Trouble Over Phone Calls In Hudson Valley, Police Say
Scammers Claim Relatives Are in Trouble Over Phone Calls In Hudson Valley, Police Say Authorities in Dutchess County are urging residents to stay vigilant as scammers increasingly target unsuspecting victims and claim their loved ones are in trouble.  The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office issued a public warning on Wednesday, Feb. 5 about an increasing number of phone scams, many of which prey on emotions by falsely claiming a loved one has been hurt or arrested. Scammers often impersonate law enforcement officials or relatives, pressuring victims into sending money immediately.  One of the latest scams reported involves fraudsters calling victims and claiming that …
Early Morning Shooting Leaves Victim Hospitalized In Westchester Early Morning Shooting Leaves Victim Hospitalized In Westchester
Early Morning Shooting Leaves Victim Hospitalized In Westchester Authorities in Mount Vernon are investigating a shooting that left one person injured early Tuesday, Feb. 4. According to the Mount Vernon Police Department, officers responded to a report of shots fired around 3 a.m. at 129 South 4th Ave. Upon arrival, they discovered a victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the right forearm.  The victim was transported to Jacobi Medical Center, where he was treated for his injuries. Detectives are currently working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. No arrests have been announced at this time. Authorities are urging anyone …
Vehicle Hits Victim, Drives Away In Yonkers Vehicle Hits Victim, Drives Away In Yonkers
Vehicle Hits Victim, Drives Away In Yonkers Authorities are searching for a driver who hit a victim in Westchester and drove off, causing injuries.  The crash happened on Tuesday, Feb. 4 at around 3 p.m., when a light gray SUV hit a person walking in the area of Riverdale Avenue and Pier Street in Yonkers, according to Yonkers Police Sgt. Robert Spink.  The victim reported minor pain to their leg, Spink said, adding that the driver left the scene.  This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 
Fender Bender Leads To DWI Charge For 71-Year-Old In Westchester: Police Fender Bender Leads To DWI Charge For 71-Year-Old In Westchester: Police
Fender Bender Leads To DWI Charge For 71-Year-Old In Westchester: Police A 71-year-old Putnam County man is facing charges for allegedly driving while intoxicated in Northern Westchester following a crash, police announced. Gary Shames, of Mahopac, was arrested following an investigation into a possible motor vehicle crash in Yorktown on Friday, Jan. 31, around 6:20 p.m., the Yorktown Police Department said on Monday, Feb. 3. Authorities responded to the area of Route 6 and Windsor Road for the reported crash. Upon arrival, officers identified Shames as the driver of the involved vehicle and determined he had been operating the car while intoxicated, police said…
Rescuers Lift Fallen Horses To Safety After Slips On Ice In Hudson Valley Rescuers Lift Fallen Horses To Safety After Slips On Ice In Hudson Valley
Rescuers Lift Fallen Horses To Safety After Slips On Ice In Hudson Valley Two horses, including a cherished rescue named Hitch, were safely rescued after slipping on ice and becoming unable to stand in the Hudson Valley, thanks to the efforts of first responders and a dedicated veterinarian. New, updated report - Cherished Horse Euthanized After Fall On Ice In Hudson Valley: 'Will Be Remembered' (UPDATE) The incident happened in Dutchess County on Monday, Feb. 3, when the Stanford Fire Company requested assistance from the Patterson Fire Department and the Putnam County Technical Rescue Team to help rescue the fallen animals at 13 Hands Equine Rescue, Inc. i…
Blaze Damages Highway Dept Equipment In Hudson Valley: Water Restrictions Issued Blaze Damages Highway Dept Equipment In Hudson Valley: Water Restrictions Issued
Blaze Damages Highway Dept Equipment In Hudson Valley: Water Restrictions Issued A massive fire at a Dutchess County village's highway department building early Monday, Feb. 3, caused extensive damage and prompted officials to ask residents to limit water usage, according to village officials. The fire broke out overnight in the village of Millerton, heavily impacting both the Highway and Water Departments. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The Millerton Fire Department, with assistance from several neighboring agencies, worked quickly to contain the blaze. In the wake of the fire, the village has urged residents and businesses to restrict water usage due to damag…
Dump Truck Catches On Fire, Impacts Traffic On I-84 In Hudson Valley Dump Truck Catches On Fire, Impacts Traffic On I-84 In Hudson Valley
Dump Truck Catches On Fire, Impacts Traffic On I-84 In Hudson Valley A dump truck fire on Interstate 84 caused major traffic disruptions in Putnam County on Monday morning, Feb. 3, as multiple fire departments responded to battle the flames.  According to the Carmel Fire Department, emergency dispatchers began receiving reports of the fire at 8:35 a.m. The incident occurred in the westbound lanes under the Interstate 684 bridge in Southeast.  The Brewster Fire Department and New York State Police were the first to be dispatched, with Brewster’s fire chief later requesting mutual aid.  Thankfully, no injuries were reported, though traffic in t…
29-Year-Old Man Breaks Into Ex's Home, Rapes, Strangles Victim In White Plains: Police 29-Year-Old Man Breaks Into Ex's Home, Rapes, Strangles Victim In White Plains: Police
29-Year-Old Man Breaks Into Ex's Home, Rapes, Strangles Victim In White Plains: Police A 29-year-old man faces a long list of charges after breaking into his ex-partner's home in Westchester and forcibly raping and strangling them, police said.  White Plains resident Diego Fernandez Quintero was arrested on Saturday, Feb. 1 in connection with an incident at a residence in the city, White Plains Police Captain James Spencer announced on Monday, Feb. 3. According to Spencer, Quintero broke into his ex's home and raped and strangled them.  He is now charged with:  First-degree rape; First-degree burglary; Second-degree strangulation; Second-degree unl…
Lithium-Ion Battery Sparks Fire Outside Home In Westchester Lithium-Ion Battery Sparks Fire Outside Home In Westchester
Lithium-Ion Battery Sparks Fire Outside Home In Westchester A lithium-ion battery caused a fire outside a Westchester residence early Sunday morning, Feb. 2, prompting firefighters to issue safety warnings about the potential hazards of these increasingly common power sources.  The Peekskill Fire Department responded just after 3 a.m. to a report of a burning scooter outside a home. When crews arrived, they confirmed an active fire with flames up against the structure. Using pressurized water fire extinguishers, firefighters quickly controlled the blaze before it could spread to the building. Upon closer inspection, firefighters determined the …
Vehicles Crash Into Poles, Rocks, Hydrants Amid Snowstorm In Hudson Valley (VIDEO) Vehicles Crash Into Poles, Rocks, Hydrants Amid Snowstorm In Hudson Valley (VIDEO)
Vehicles Crash Into Poles, Rocks, Hydrants Amid Snowstorm In Hudson Valley (Video) Snowy and slippery conditions on Rockland County roads caused numerous vehicles to lose control and crash on Sunday night, Feb. 2.  The crashes occurred during a weather system that arrived in Rockland at around 6 p.m. on Sunday and brought around an inch of snow.  One such incident happened in Airmont near South Monsey Road and Saddle River Road, where a vehicle slid off the road and struck rocks. The car was eventually safely removed, The Monsey Scoop reported.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Monsey Scoop (…
Teen Storms Home, Attacks Victim With Kids Inside Before Returning In Hudson Valley:  Police Teen Storms Home, Attacks Victim With Kids Inside Before Returning In Hudson Valley:  Police
Teen Storms Home, Attacks Victim With Kids Inside Before Returning In Hudson Valley: Police A 17-year-old Hudson Valley resident was apprehended after forcing his way into a Dutchess County apartment, attacking a resident, and later returning to the scene while ignoring officers, police said.  The incident happened around 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 2, at the Tompkins Terrace apartment complex in Beacon, according to the City of Beacon Police Department.  A woman at the scene told officers that the suspect, who also lives in the complex and was known to her, had forced his way into her apartment and assaulted her adult son with his 4- and 5-year-old children inside, the de…