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Shooting At Party In Region Kills 35-Year-Old Man, Injures Woman Shooting At Party In Region Kills 35-Year-Old Man, Injures Woman
Shooting At Party In Region Kills 35-Year-Old Man, Injures Woman A gunman is still on the loose following a shooting in the Capital District that killed a 35-year-old man and left a woman injured. 911 calls started coming in at around 3:15 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 4, with reports of a shooting at an entertainment venue in downtown Albany, located on Madison Avenue. Arriving officers found Fareed Sanders, of Albany, inside of the building suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the torso, Albany Police said. He was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital in serious condition and later died from his injuries, according to police. A second victim, a 28-year-o…

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by Michael Mashburn
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24-Year-Old Killed In Singe-Vehicle Crash In Region 24-Year-Old Killed In Singe-Vehicle Crash In Region
24-Year-Old Killed In Singe-Vehicle Crash In Region A 24-year-old man has died following a single-vehicle crash in the Capital District. The wreck happened in Greene County at around 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, in the town of Hunter, State police said. Investigators determined that Luke Niosi, of Coxsackie, was riding a 2022 Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle westbound on State Route 23A when he crossed the center line and struck a guardrail. Paramedics transported Niosi to Columbia Memorial Hospital, but he was pronounced dead in the ambulance, police said. No other vehicles were involved in the wreck and there were no other injuries reported. Ac…

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
Jail Inmate In Region Busted With ‘Large Amount' Of Drugs, Police Say Jail Inmate In Region Busted With ‘Large Amount' Of Drugs, Police Say
Jail Inmate In Region Busted With ‘Large Amount' Of Drugs, Police Say A man from the Capital District who was already behind bars is facing additional charges after he was allegedly caught with drugs. Rensselaer County jail inmate Tyrone Harris, age 32, of Troy, was arrested following an investigation by a correctional officer on Thursday, Aug. 18, sheriff’s officials said. Officers said they found Harris in possession of a “large amount of narcotics.” Harris, who was being housed at the facility on unrelated charges and a parole revocation, was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance and possession of prison contraband. He was expected t…

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
Woman Busted For DWI In Region At Over 3 Times Legal Limit, Police Say Woman Busted For DWI In Region At Over 3 Times Legal Limit, Police Say
Woman Busted For DWI In Region At Over 3 Times Legal Limit, Police Say A woman had a blood alcohol concentration of more than three times the legal limit when she was busted driving drunk in the Capital District, authorities said. State Police in Albany County first made contact with 36-year-old Mary Mazur, of Troy, just after 1 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 13, when they stopped to assist her disabled vehicle on I-787 in Menands. Troopers discovered that Mazur did not have a valid driver’s license and testing revealed her blood alcohol concentration was 0.26 percent, police said. She was arrested for aggravated DWI and unlicensed operator. While in custody, police sa…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Naked Intruder Awakens Couple In Region, Sexually Assaults Woman, Cops Say Naked Intruder Awakens Couple In Region, Sexually Assaults Woman, Cops Say
Naked Intruder Awakens Couple In Region, Sexually Assaults Woman, Cops Say A husband and wife from the Capital District were awakened by a naked intruder trying to sexually assault them, authorities said. The Saratoga County residents told police they were sleeping in their Stillwater home on Thursday, Aug. 4, when they awoke to find a fully nude man who they do not know attempting to sexually abuse the woman as she lay sleeping next to her husband. The victim and her husband were able to chase the intruder away before calling 911, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies located the man, identified as Stillwater resident Nicholas Lesson, …

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
Suspect Punched Victim Unconscious During Robbery In Region, Police Say Suspect Punched Victim Unconscious During Robbery In Region, Police Say
Suspect Punched Victim Unconscious During Robbery In Region, Police Say A 23-year-old Capital District man remains hospitalized in the intensive care unit after police said he was attacked during a robbery. Albany Police said the incident occurred shortly after 3 a.m. Saturday, July 30, near South Pearl and Schuyler streets. Officers were initially called with reports of a man with a weapon. When they arrived they found the victim, identified as an Albany resident, unconscious and appearing to be having a seizure, police said. Medics treated the man at the scene before he was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital and admitted to the ICU. Investigators quic…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Police Investigating After Multiple Dead Dogs Found Near Trail In Region Police Investigating After Multiple Dead Dogs Found Near Trail In Region
Police Investigating After Multiple Dead Dogs Found Near Trail In Region Authorities are investigating after several deceased dogs were found near a Capital District biking trail. A passerby found the three dogs at around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 27, near the Uncle Sam Bike Path just north of Ingalls Avenue, a Troy Police spokesperson confirmed to Daily Voice. Investigators determined that all three animals died due to canine parvovirus (CPV), known more commonly as “parvo.” CPV is a highly contagious viral disease of dogs that typically causes acute gastrointestinal illness in puppies but can also affect older dogs. Troy Police detectives are working with an…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Soldier From Region Made Terroristic Threats At Army National Guard Base, Cops Say Soldier From Region Made Terroristic Threats At Army National Guard Base, Cops Say
Soldier From Region Made Terroristic Threats At Army National Guard Base, Cops Say An Army National Guard soldier in Upstate New York is facing charges after allegedly threatening violence at a military base in the Capital District. New York State Police said they began investigating after a concerned soldier from the Army National Guard Base in Latham contacted them on Saturday, July 23. Troopers determined that Thomas Greene, age 20, of Colonie, had made a terroristic threat while on the base and arrested him. State Police did not initially reveal Greene’s connection to the base, but an agency spokesperson later confirmed that he is a soldier. Investigators also sear…

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
Four Apprehended After Attack Leaves Woman Unconscious In Region Four Apprehended After Attack Leaves Woman Unconscious In Region
Four Apprehended After Attack Leaves Woman Unconscious In Region Four suspects are behind bars after police said they beat a woman unconscious in the Capital District. Firefighters in Albany found the 43-year-old victim at around 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 19, lying unresponsive on a sidewalk on Lexington Avenue near Orange Street. Albany Police learned that the woman had gotten into an altercation with a group of people who kicked and punched her several times in the body and face. The attack left her with several injuries and she eventually lost consciousness, police said. Medics treated the woman at the scene before she was rushed to Albany Medical Cen…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Police Nab Man In Child Luring Case In Region Police Nab Man In Child Luring Case In Region
Police Nab Man In Child Luring Case In Region Police have arrested a man who allegedly tried luring a young girl into his vehicle near a Capital District school. Earlier report: Police Warn Of Man Attempting To Lure Kids In 'Foul' Smelling Truck In Scotia In Schenectady County, the Scotia Police Department announced that Craig Bemis was arrested Saturday, July 16, following numerous tips from the community. It came one day after Scotia Police issued an alert saying that a girl had reported a suspicious man in a pickup truck who had allegedly approached her and offered her a ride as she walked to school. Scotia Police Chief Danie…

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
Trapped Elderly Woman Rescued After Tree Falls On Home During Severe Storm In Region Trapped Elderly Woman Rescued After Tree Falls On Home During Severe Storm In Region
Trapped Elderly Woman Rescued After Tree Falls On Home During Severe Storm In Region An elderly woman from the Capital District has a whole host of public agencies to thank for rescuing her after a downed tree trapped her inside her home during a storm. Washington County resident Penelope Perry, age 75, was at her Fort Edward home on North River Road at around 3:45 p.m. Tuesday, July 12, when severe winds sent a large tree crashing through her roof. The fallen tree left Perry pinned down on the home’s second floor, covered in roof debris, according to the Washington County Department of Public Safety. First on the scene were New York State Police, the Fort Edward Fire Dep…

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
Police Seek Tips After Woman Fatally Shot In Region Police Seek Tips After Woman Fatally Shot In Region
Police Seek Tips After Woman Fatally Shot In Region Police are investigating after a woman was fatally shot in the Capital District. Officers found the 27-year-old victim at around 1:30 p.m. Sunday, July 3, after getting reports of shots fired near North Pearl Street and Livingston Avenue, according to Albany Police. She had been shot multiple times in the torso, police said. Medics treated the woman at the scene, but she later died at Albany Medical Center Hospital, police said. So far investigators have not released the woman’s name and no suspects have been arrested. It's unclear what may have led up to the shooting. Anyone with infor…

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by Michael Mashburn
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'Put The Knife Down': Body Cam Shows Attack On Officer In Region, Shooting 'Put The Knife Down': Body Cam Shows Attack On Officer In Region, Shooting
'Put The Knife Down': Body Cam Shows Attack On Officer In Region, Shooting A police officer is recovering after a suspect allegedly stabbed him with a knife during an attempted arrest in the Capital District. Albany Police responded to a home near Franklin and Bassett streets at around 11:30 a.m. Monday, June 20, for a reported domestic dispute, according to police. When officers arrived, they determined that the male suspect had an outstanding warrant and attempted to arrest the man, police said. As officers tried handcuffing the suspect, he allegedly drew a knife from his pocket and slashed the officer's arm, according to police. Officer-worn body camera foot…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Man Admits To Fatally Shooting Grocery Worker In Region Man Admits To Fatally Shooting Grocery Worker In Region
Man Admits To Fatally Shooting Grocery Worker In Region The man accused of gunning down a Capital District grocery worker has confessed to the killing. Rensselaer County resident Jhajuan Sabb, age 22, of Troy, pleaded guilty to manslaughter and assault charges Tuesday, June 14, in the death of Sharaf Addailam. The 35-year-old was killed May 21, 2021 in Albany’s West Hill neighborhood when Sabb fired a handgun toward a group of people standing outside of Mr. Sam Food Market on First Street, according to the Albany County District Attorney. Four other people were injured in the shooting. Sabb is expected to get 35 years in prison when he’s sent…

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
Schools Placed On Lockout After Shooting At Historic Estate In Region Schools Placed On Lockout After Shooting At Historic Estate In Region
Schools Placed On Lockout After Shooting At Historic Estate In Region A suspect is behind bars after a shooting in the Capital District that forced several schools into a lockout. In Columbia County, crews in the town of Clermont were called to Woods Road on Friday, June 10, after reports of a shooting, according to New York State Police. Arriving officers found one victim with injuries who was taken to a local hospital for treatment, police said. The extent of their injuries is unclear. State troopers and Columbia County Sheriff’s deputies were able to find and arrest the alleged shooter a short time later. Investigators are still working to determine what…

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by Michael Mashburn
Business
Popular Anchor/Reporter Leanne DeRosa Leaving WRGB CBS6 Albany Popular Anchor/Reporter Leanne DeRosa Leaving WRGB CBS6 Albany
Popular Anchor/Reporter Leanne DeRosa Leaving Wrgb CBS6 Albany After covering the Capital District for nearly five years, CBS6 reporter and anchor Leanne DeRosa is saying goodbye to TV news. In a Facebook post Wednesday, June 1, DeRosa said she had accepted another opportunity that fell into her lap and felt right. “It’s a bittersweet move," DeRosa said. “I’m SO THANKFUL for the opportunity to work at the first TV station in the country, with extremely talented coworkers, and I’m thankful to have met so many great people and tell great stories across the beautiful Capital Region!” A native of northern New Jersey, DeRosa joined the CBS6 team in August…

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by Michael Mashburn
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New York Man Claims $1 Million Lottery Prize New York Man Claims $1 Million Lottery Prize
New York Man Claims $1 Million Lottery Prize A man from the Capital District has claimed a $1 million New York Lottery prize. Albany County resident Daniel Foster, of Watervliet, claimed a top prize from the lottery's "Strike it Rich" scratch-off game, NY Lottery announced on Wednesday, May 18. He received his prize as a single, lump-sum payment of $546,840 after required withholdings, the lottery said. NY Lottery reported that the ticket was purchased at Cumberland Farms, which is located at 211 Troy-Schenectady Road in Latham.

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by Nicole Valinote
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Groundbreaking CBS6 Reporter Ken Screven Dies Groundbreaking CBS6 Reporter Ken Screven Dies
Groundbreaking CBS6 Reporter Ken Screven Dies Longtime CBS6-WRGB reporter Ken Screven has died, the station reports. The first Black man to work as a reporter for a Capital District television station, Screven, who was 72, joined the CBS6 team in 1977. “As a Black man on TV in Albany in the early 70's, Ken was a trailblazer with a conscience. He even profiled his own family history in the deep south where his great grandfather was a slave,” the outlet said. After retiring in 2011, Screven found more success writing a popular blog for the Albany Times Union, where he “denounced racism, bias, and bigotry in their many forms,” according …

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by Michael Mashburn
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Man Stabbed To Death In Capital District Man Stabbed To Death In Capital District
Man Stabbed To Death In Capital District A man has died following a stabbing attack in the Capital District. Police were called to an Albany home on Washington Avenue near Partridge Street just after 10 p.m. Monday, May 16, with reports of a stabbing. When they arrived they found Tyrome Wallace, age 31, suffering from stab wounds, police said. He was transported to Albany Medical Center Hospital where he later died. Investigators say the attack happened inside the home and involved individuals who knew one another. So far police have not made an arrest. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Albany Police Detective Di…

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by Michael Mashburn
Business
Liana Bonavita Leaving News10 After Decade In Capital District Liana Bonavita Leaving News10 After Decade In Capital District
Liana Bonavita Leaving News10 After Decade In Capital District After covering sports in the Capital District for a decade, News10 ABC sports director Liana Bonavita is saying goodbye to TV news. In a post on WTEN’s website Thursday, May 12, Bonavita said she had accepted a position at Northwestern Mutual that will allow her to spend more time with family and satisfy another passion of hers – helping people. “If you’re thinking, ‘Wow, that’s a big change,’ I get it," Bonavita said. "I thought so too at first, but the more I’ve learned about my new role as a financial representative, the more I’ve realized that much of what I pride myself on as the …

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
Alert Issued For Missing Teen From Region Alert Issued For Missing Teen From Region
Alert Issued For Missing Teen From Region Police are asking for help in locating a missing teen from the Capital District. Shuandy Pineda-Garcia, age 15, is believed to be in the Albany area, according to Saratoga Springs Police. Garcia is Hispanic and speaks Spanish, police said. She’s described as 4-feet-5-inches tall weighing 120 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. It's not known what clothing she had on when she was last seen, police said. Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or the Saratoga Springs Police Department at 518-584-1800. Share this story by clicking on the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily V…

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by Michael Mashburn