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Purses, Laptops Stolen From Vehicles At Trail Parking Lot In Region Purses, Laptops Stolen From Vehicles At Trail Parking Lot In Region
Purses, Laptops Stolen From Vehicles At Trail Parking Lot In Region Authorities in Northern Westchester are investigating several car break-ins that happened at a trailway parking lot.  The incidents happened on Wednesday, Feb. 7 between 4 and 4:30 p.m. in Yorktown at the North County Trailway parking lot on Route 118, according to Yorktown Police. According to the department, the suspects involved forced their way into three locked vehicles and stole several items, including purses and laptops.  The thefts are now under investigation, police said. The department also warned residents to remove valuables from their unoccupied vehicles to av…
Suspect Nabbed Stealing Cooking Oil From Restaurants In Region, Police Say Suspect Nabbed Stealing Cooking Oil From Restaurants In Region, Police Say
Suspect Nabbed Stealing Cooking Oil From Restaurants In Region, Police Say This story has been updated. Over the past several weekends, numerous restaurants in the Hudson Valley had reported thefts of used cooking oil from their businesses.  The incidents occurred in Rockland County at different locations throughout Ramapo. The Ramapo Police Investigations Division said they identified a vehicle used in the crimes and a pattern of activity. On Saturday, Dec. 9, detectives conducted surveillance and spotted the vehicle enter the town. The vehicle was followed to a business in Monsey where the suspect emptied an oil container. Detectives arrested the man wit…
Former Officer Avoids Prison Time After Stealing From Charity For Autistic Children In Region Former Officer Avoids Prison Time After Stealing From Charity For Autistic Children In Region
Former Officer Avoids Prison Time After Stealing From Charity For Autistic Children In Region A former police officer and co-founder of a Westchester-based charity for autistic children has been sentenced after stealing $24,000 from his own organization named after his son, officials announced.  New Rochelle resident Christopher Greco, age 52, was sentenced to a one-year conditional discharge for stealing from Christopher’s Voice, Inc., a New Rochelle-based charity for autistic children that he co-founded, Westchester County District Attorney Miriam Rocah announced on Friday, Dec. 3. Earlier Report - Former Police Officer Steals $24K From New Rochelle Charity Fo…
Former Ulster County Finance Director Pleads Guilty To Theft Of $95K From Recreation Center Former Ulster County Finance Director Pleads Guilty To Theft Of $95K From Recreation Center
Former Ulster County Finance Director Pleads Guilty To Theft Of $95K From Recreation Center A former Hudson Valley finance director has pleaded guilty to the theft of tens of thousands of dollars from a local non-profit for his private use. Former Ulster County Finance Director Burton Gulnick, Jr., entered the plea on Tuesday, Oct. 10, said Ulster County District Attorney David Clegg. Following a lengthy investigation by the New York State Police, Gulnick was arrested in June and charged with felonies in connection with theft from the Hurley Recreation Center, a not-for-profit organization that provides summer activities and programs for families, including a children’s summer cam…
Facebook Marketplace Gone Wrong: Teen Accused In 6 Separate iPhone Thefts In Region Facebook Marketplace Gone Wrong: Teen Accused In 6 Separate iPhone Thefts In Region
Facebook Marketplace Gone Wrong: Teen Accused In 6 Separate iPhone Thefts In Region A 17-year-old boy is facing charges in connection with a string of thefts in the region stemming from online classifieds. The Albany teen is accused of stealing at least six iPhones after arranging to meet the victims on Facebook Marketplace, according to Albany Police. On six separate occasions between August and September 2023, police responded to several calls where the victims agreed to meet the suspect at a specified location to sell an iPhone or iPad they had posted for sale online. When the teen arrived, he took the items and then fled, according to police. Nobody was injured dur…
$50K Theft Spree: 28-Year-Old Who Stole Merchandise From Area Mall Lands In Prison $50K Theft Spree: 28-Year-Old Who Stole Merchandise From Area Mall Lands In Prison
$50K Theft Spree: 28-Year-Old Who Stole Merchandise From Area Mall Lands In Prison A 28-year-old man will spend years in prison after admitting to a string of thefts at a shopping mall in the region. Pashton Rifiqie, of Schenectady, was sentenced to four to 12 years behind bars in Albany County Court on Thursday, Sept. 7. It followed his guilty plea to a felony charge of possessing stolen property. According to prosecutors, Rifiqie stole a total of $9,000 worth of merchandise from the Colonie Center Mall after targeting mall kiosks on three different occasions in June 2022. Police later found him with over $50,000 worth of stolen property in February 2023. In addition …
Suspect Nabbed In String Of Arsons, Thefts In Region Suspect Nabbed In String Of Arsons, Thefts In Region
Suspect Nabbed In String Of Arsons, Thefts In Region A man is behind bars in connection with a string of arsons and thefts in the region. The majority of incidents occurred overnight Tuesday, June 20, in Rensselaer County, in Troy’s Lansingburgh neighborhood, according to Troy Police. Four separate fires were reportedly set inside vehicles. Several belongings were also stolen from the cars. Earlier Report: String Of Overnight Car Fires In Troy Under Investigation No buildings were involved and there were no reports of injuries. On Tuesday, Aug. 15, police announced that 44-year-old George Leque, of Troy, was arrested after being ide…
Know Her? Woman Steals $350 From Bank Using 'Sleight Hand' Technique In Region: Police Know Her? Woman Steals $350 From Bank Using 'Sleight Hand' Technique In Region: Police
Know Her? Woman Steals $350 From Bank Using 'Sleight Hand' Technique In Region: Police Authorities in the Hudson Valley are searching for a woman who used a "sleight of hand" technique to steal over $300 during a transaction with a bank teller.  The suspect allegedly used the technique during a transaction with a bank teller in Dutchess County at the Bank of Millbrook in Pine Plains at 2971 East Church St., state police announced on Thursday, July 20.  Authorities released images taken from surveillance footage depicting the suspect during the transaction.  A total of $350 was stolen during the incident, police said.  Anyone with any information reg…
Home Builder In Region Defrauded Multiple Contractors, Police Say Home Builder In Region Defrauded Multiple Contractors, Police Say
Home Builder In Region Defrauded Multiple Contractors, Police Say A home builder in the region is accused of failing to pay contractors for their work, in one case knowingly issuing a bad check, authorities said. Aaron Godlewski, age 31, of Altamont, was arrested Tuesday, June 13, on suspicion of fraud and other charges, according to New York State Police. Troopers were initially contacted in early May 2023 by a contractor who claimed he was issued a bad check by Godlewski, who was acting as a home builder and general contractor for Godlewski Builders LLC. Investigators determined that Godlewski had been hired by multiple people in New Scotland, Altamont…
Information Sought: Suspect Steals From Walmart In Region, Police Say Information Sought: Suspect Steals From Walmart In Region, Police Say
Information Sought: Suspect Steals From Walmart In Region, Police Say Police are asking for help from the public in identifying a man who allegedly stole from a Walmart in Northern Westchester.  The suspect allegedly stole from the Walmart located in Mohegan Lake at 3133 East Main Street (US Route 6), according to an announcement by New York State Police from Tuesday, March 14.  Authorities released surveillance images of the suspect, who is seen wearing a black hooded jacket, khakis, white shoes, and carrying a Nike backpack.  More details about what the man stole were not released.  Anyone with information regarding the identity of the…
Ulster County Finance Commissioner Accused Of Stealing Funds Ulster County Finance Commissioner Accused Of Stealing Funds
Ulster County Finance Commissioner Accused Of Stealing Funds An investigation is underway after a former commissioner of finance in the Hudson Valley was accused of allegedly stealing funds from a recreation association he oversaw. Ulster County Commissioner of Finance Burt Gulnick,  who also served as treasurer of the Hurley Recreation Association, was removed immediately, according to association officials. "We are deeply saddened by these recent events and we will continue to keep the interests of our members and families first during this transitional time," they added. The association offers recreational opportunities of all kinds for children…
NY Duo Nabbed After 500 Gallons Of Cooking Oil Stolen From Restaurant, Police NY Duo Nabbed After 500 Gallons Of Cooking Oil Stolen From Restaurant, Police
NY Duo Nabbed After 500 Gallons Of Cooking Oil Stolen From Restaurant, Police Two New York men have been arrested for allegedly stealing more than 500 gallons of used cooking oil at a Connecticut restaurant. The men, both from Westchester County, were stopped in Litchfield County in Harwinton around 5:45 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 12. According to Connecticut State Police, the duo, identified as Yonkers residents Jeyson Santiago, age 25, and Isaac Then, age 25, were stopped after troopers received a 911 call regarding a suspicious vehicle parked near a restaurant in Harwinton. Troopers located the vehicle fleeing the scene, but were able to stop it on Route 8. Troopers de…
18-Year-Old Charged With Stealing $1K Worth Of Silver From Store In Region: Police 18-Year-Old Charged With Stealing $1K Worth Of Silver From Store In Region: Police
18-Year-Old Charged With Stealing $1K Worth Of Silver From Store In Region: Police An 18-year-old is being charged in the theft of over $1,000 worth of sterling silver from a Northern Westchester consignment store, police said. Ben Cassuto of Ossining, is accused of stealing the items from the Penny Pincher Boutique in Bedford Hills at 184 Harris Rd. on Wednesday, Oct. 26, according to Bedford Police Lt. Jeff Gulick.  Gulick said that Cassuto was identified through video surveillance, license plate reader technology, and witness accounts and that he turned himself in on Friday, Nov. 11.  Cassuto is scheduled to appear in Bedford Court on Wed…
Duo Steal Money From Woman At Bank In Region: Police Duo Steal Money From Woman At Bank In Region: Police
Duo Steal Money From Woman At Bank In Region: Police Police are searching for a duo accused of stealing an envelope of money from a woman at a bank in Westchester County.  On Monday, Nov. 7 around 11:30 a.m., shortly after a woman made a withdrawal at the Chase Bank in Greenburgh at 409 Tarrytown Rd. (Route 119), she was approached in her vehicle by a Hispanic man and woman who were holding money that they claimed the woman had dropped, police said.  The woman then got out of her car to inspect the money that the duo had claimed was on the ground, and when she got back in her vehicle, she noticed that the envelope containing her wit…
Police Chase Man In Region After He Tries To Steal From Target A Second Time Police Chase Man In Region After He Tries To Steal From Target A Second Time
Police Chase Man In Region After He Tries To Steal From Target A Second Time A man led police on a foot chase after trying to steal electronics from a Target in Westchester County for the second time in two days.  On Wednesday, Oct. 26, around 3 p.m., Port Chester Police responded to a Target at 495 Boston Post Road (Route 1) after employees recognized a man who had stolen over $5,000 of electronics the day before, police said.  After arriving, police saw the man try to remove electronics from display before he stopped when he realized store security was watching him, according to police.  When the man then tried to leave the store, he was stopped by…
Suspect Emerges After Bird Feeder Stolen From Home In Region Twice In A Week Suspect Emerges After Bird Feeder Stolen From Home In Region Twice In A Week
Suspect Emerges After Bird Feeder Stolen From Home In Region Twice In A Week A potential suspect has been identified after a Northern Westchester resident found that bird feeders were stolen from her home multiple times in the span of days. An Armonk resident reported that a bird feeder was stolen from her front porch on Banksville Road for the second time in a week at about 9:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 3, the North Castle Police Department said. The woman told police she heard a noise and saw a vehicle driving by her driveway before noticing the bird feeder was missing, according to the report. Police responded to the scene and determined that it appeared the bird fe…
35-Year-Old Woman Who Worked As Cleaner Accused Of Stealing Jewelry From Residence In Region 35-Year-Old Woman Who Worked As Cleaner Accused Of Stealing Jewelry From Residence In Region
35-Year-Old Woman Who Worked As Cleaner Accused Of Stealing Jewelry From Residence In Region A Westchester housekeeper has been charged with allegedly stealing jewelry from a home she cleaned. Lourdes Lisbeth Aymar, age 36, of White Plains, was arrested on Friday, Sept. 23 by officers for theft of jewelry at the Irvington home, said Lt. Kevin Johnson of the Irvington Police. According to Johnson, Aymar was charged after detectives conducted an investigation into the thefts. Following her arrest, police served search warrants at her White Plains home where evidence from the crimes was recovered, Johnson said. "It is believed that the defendant is also employed for similar work els…
Know Her? Woman Wanted In Connection To Incident In Area Know Her? Woman Wanted In Connection To Incident In Area
Know Her? Woman Wanted In Connection To Incident In Area Police in the Hudson Valley are asking the public for help locating a woman in connection with an incident last week. The incident, took place in Dutchess County around 5:30 p.m. in Beacon on Friday, Sept. 2. The city of Beacon Police says the incident involved the woman putting bags sitting in a lobby in her bag. "We would like to identify and interview the person in the photos," police said.  If anyone knows who the woman is, please reach out to 845-831-4111 or email us at Detectives@beaconny.gov.
Police Seek Suspect Caught On Video Stealing Woman's Wallet At Store In Region Police Seek Suspect Caught On Video Stealing Woman's Wallet At Store In Region
Police Seek Suspect Caught On Video Stealing Woman's Wallet At Store In Region Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man who allegedly stole a woman’s wallet from a store in the region. The theft occurred in Northern Westchester, at BJ’s Wholesale Club in Yorktown, located on Highway 202, Yorktown Police said. The woman noticed her wallet was missing when she went to pay for items. A check of store surveillance footage showed a man reaching into her pocketbook, which had been placed in her shopping cart, and removing her wallet, police said. He was then seen on video leaving the store. “It only took seconds for this to occur and a crime like this c…
Duo Wanted For Stealing $3.2K In Merchandise From Walmart In Region, Police Say Duo Wanted For Stealing $3.2K In Merchandise From Walmart In Region, Police Say
Duo Wanted For Stealing $3.2K In Merchandise From Walmart In Region, Police Say If you recognize this duo, New York State Police want to hear from you. Troopers in Northern Westchester County said the two are wanted in connection with a theft that occurred at a Walmart store in Mohegan Lake. The incident reportedly happened at around 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 16 at the Walmart on East Main Street. Investigators said the pair stole over $3,200 worth of merchandise before leaving in a dark-colored two-door sedan. Police released surveillance footage showing both suspects in hopes that somebody may recognize them. Anyone with information is asked to contact New York Sta…
Two NY Men Accused Of Stealing 1,000 Gallons Of Cooking Oil Two NY Men Accused Of Stealing 1,000 Gallons Of Cooking Oil
Two NY Men Accused Of Stealing 1,000 Gallons Of Cooking Oil Two New York men are facing charges after authorities said they stole more than 1,000 gallons of cooking oil in Connecticut and then led police on a pursuit. The owner of Pizza Palace Restaurant in Middlesex County called police at about 9:40 a.m. on Thursday, June 9, to report that he had interrupted the theft of cooking oil at his restaurant, according to the Old Saybrook Police Department. The restaurant is located at 1283 Boston Post Road in Old Saybrook. He gave a description of the Home Depot "Rent Me" box truck that had fled the scene, police said.  He also directed polic…
Video: Man Swipes Cash From Auto Repair Shop In Area Video: Man Swipes Cash From Auto Repair Shop In Area
Video: Man Swipes Cash From Auto Repair Shop In Area Police are asking for help identifying a man who was caught on video stealing money from a Hudson Valley auto body shop. The man entered Mohan’s Auto Body & Repair in Orange County, located on Highway 284 in the Town of Minisink, just after 3 p.m. Thursday, May 12, New York State Police said. Surveillance footage shows the man wearing all black clothing with a hood pulled up as he walks behind a counter. He managed to get away with an undisclosed amount of cash in a black bag, police said. Anyone with information is asked to contact NYSP Investigator Stephen Malone at 845-673-3115.&nb…
Leaf Blowers Valued At $1,100 Stolen From Residential Roadway In Area Leaf Blowers Valued At $1,100 Stolen From Residential Roadway In Area
Leaf Blowers Valued At $1,100 Stolen From Residential Roadway In Area A suspect is at large after allegedly stealing a pair of leaf blowers that were in a parked truck bed in the Hudson Valley, according to state police. An alert was issued in Dutchess County as detectives investigate a complaint of two stolen STIHL BR800X backpack leaf blowers from a Chestnut Ridge Road residence in the town of Union Vale. The leaf blowers were last seen in the truck bed on the owner’s property on Thursday, April 14. They have an estimated combined value of approximately $1,100. According to police, the leaf blowers are colored orange and white (pictured above). No des…
Man Wanted For Stealing Liquor From Store In Region, Police Say Man Wanted For Stealing Liquor From Store In Region, Police Say
Man Wanted For Stealing Liquor From Store In Region, Police Say Police need the public’s help identifying the man accused of stealing hundreds of dollars worth of liquor from a Westchester County store. The incident happened Monday, April 18 at the Wine and Liquors store on Main Street in Cortlandt. The man walked into the store at around 1:45 p.m. before making off with the pricey haul, New York State Police said. They released surveillance footage of the incident in hopes that someone will recognize the suspect. (See images above.) Anyone with information is asked to contact the New York State Police at 914-769-2600 and refer to case number 1078847…
$50,000 Worth Of Metal Stolen By Duo From Solar Farm In Hudson Valley, Police Say $50,000 Worth Of Metal Stolen By Duo From Solar Farm In Hudson Valley, Police Say
$50,000 Worth Of Metal Stolen By Duo From Solar Farm In Hudson Valley, Police Say Two men were arrested and accused of stealing $50,000 worth of electrical supplies and copper wire from a Hudson Valley solar farm. The two men were arrested after an investigation into the thefts in January from the Route 9W Solar Farm Project in the Greene County town of Coxsackie, police said.  Keith Douglas, age 31, of Schenectady, and 29-year-old Desmond Morgan, of Albany, were charged with second- and third-degree grand larceny on Wednesday, March 16, according to New York State Police. Police found that the men stole the supplies from the site on two occasions and sold the…
Man Admits To Daytime Break-In At Single-Family Home In Area Man Admits To Daytime Break-In At Single-Family Home In Area
Man Admits To Daytime Break-In At Single-Family Home In Area A Hudson Valley man faces up to 16 years to life in prison after pleading guilty to attempted burglary in connection with the daytime break-in at an area home. Jorge Martinez, age 60, of Newburgh, pled guilty on Thursday, March 17 in Orange County Court. On Monday, Dec.16, 2019, a homeowner returned to the home that he owned and lived in with his wife and daughter, Orange County District Attorney Dave Hoovler said.   Upon entering, he found their property was strewn throughout the house and discovered that numerous items, including a laptop, a GPS watch, and money belonging to hi…
Treasurer Accused Of Stealing $400K From Fire Company In Area Treasurer Accused Of Stealing $400K From Fire Company In Area
Treasurer Accused Of Stealing $400K From Fire Company In Area A 28-year-old man is facing charges for allegedly stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from a Hudson Valley fire company, New York State Police authorities announced. In Orange County, New York State Police announced the arrest of Monroe resident Ian Harriton, the former treasurer of the Monroe Lakeside Fire and Rescue Company. It is alleged that while serving as treasurer, Harriton stole more than $400,000 for his own personal use. Police said that investigators were alerted to the alleged theft when the president of the fire company realized that bills for the department had been de…
Authorities Ask Public's Help In Investigation Of Theft At Area Business Authorities Ask Public's Help In Investigation Of Theft At Area Business
Authorities Ask Public's Help In Investigation Of Theft At Area Business Law enforcement investigators are asking the public for help identifying a man wanted in connection to the thefts from an area business. The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office Detective Bureau is investigating an incident involving the theft of sanding and plow equipment from a local business in the Town of LaGrange.  According to Capt. John Watterson, of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office, the incident took place around 7:45 p.m., Friday, Oct. 15. During the incident the following items were stolen: Western snowplow, Model 810 Wideout Plow; Three Western snowplows, 9’6” s…
Worker Nabbed Stealing Wedding Cards From Gift Box At Ulster County Venue Worker Nabbed Stealing Wedding Cards From Gift Box At Ulster County Venue
Worker Nabbed Stealing Wedding Cards From Gift Box At Ulster County Venue An employee has been arrested for allegedly stealing multiple wedding cars from a gift box at a wedding reception. The man was arrested on Sunday, Aug. 15, for the theft which took place in Ulster County at the Diamond Mills Hotels in Saugerties on Friday, July 16, authorities said. The complainant reported that multiple wedding cards belonging to the bride were missing from a box, which was left unattended in the lobby of the venue, Saugerties Police Chief Joseph Sinagra said. An investigation established that an employee, Kory Rogers, age 31, removed the cards from th…
Know Him? State Police Attempting To Identify Theft Suspect From Area Business Know Him? State Police Attempting To Identify Theft Suspect From Area Business
Know Him? State Police Attempting To Identify Theft Suspect From Area Business State Police are asking the public for help identifying a man who is believed to have stolen material from a commercial business. The theft took at a Dutchess County business on Route 55 in the town of Beekman, said the state police. The vehicle used appears to be a 1994-2001 Dodge Ram pickup truck with a toolbox in the truck bed, according to police. The vehicle used.New York State Police Anyone with information regarding the possible identity or location of this subject is asked to please contact the New York State Police at (845) 677-7300. Please reference case #10203791.
Man Wanted For Breaking Into Friend's Ulster County Home, Stealing Items Man Wanted For Breaking Into Friend's Ulster County Home, Stealing Items
Man Wanted For Breaking Into Friend's Ulster County Home, Stealing Items A man who was busted stealing items from his friend’s home in the Hudson Valley is wanted by New York State Police. An alert was issued by New York State Police Troop F in Kingston for former New Paltz resident Edward Polesovsky, who is wanted following his arrest for third-degree criminal possession of stolen property after allegedly breaking into a friend's house. Police said that Polesovsky was arrested after stealing jewelry and tools from a friend, and when he was taken into custody by investigators, he was still in possession of some of the stolen items. Polesovsky later failed to re…