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Road Rage: Arrest Made In Region After Man Fires Shots, Police Say Road Rage: Arrest Made In Region After Man Fires Shots, Police Say
Road Rage: Arrest Made In Region After Man Fires Shots, Police Say A man who took out a high-powered rifle and fired shots at another driver during a road-rage incident in Northern Westchester has been apprehended, police announced. Officers responded to a stretch of Route 9 in Peekskill near the intersection of Welcher Avenue at approximately 9 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 22, where there was a report of a road-rage incident between two vehicles that resulted in shots being fired. The Peekskill Police Department said that the investigation found that the victim and Albany resident Jose Fernandez, age 33, were driving on Route 9 through Peekskill when the latter …

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by Zak Failla
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Black Bear Spotted On Busy Roadway In Hudson Valley Black Bear Spotted On Busy Roadway In Hudson Valley
Black Bear Spotted On Busy Roadway In Hudson Valley Some Northern Westchester residents welcomed an unexpected visitor to the neighborhood when a black bear was spotted making the rounds in the area. The Peekskill Police Department issued an alert that there was a reported black bear sighting this week in the area of Welcher Avenue and Washington Street. While taking in the sights, the bear did not approach anyone or cause any disturbances. Police cautioned that “if you happen to spot a bear please do not approach or disturb it.” Anyone who requires assistance can reach out to the Peekskill Police Department by calling (914) 737-8000. The …

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by Zak Failla