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New Update: Officer Released From Hospital Following Deadly Shooting In Capital Region New Update: Officer Released From Hospital Following Deadly Shooting In Capital Region
New Update: Officer Released From Hospital Following Deadly Shooting In Capital Region A week after being shot in an ambush attack in which the suspect then killed himself, a police officer in the region is back home with his family. Albany Police officer Jonathan Damphier was released from Albany Medical Center Hospital on Wednesday, April 24, the agency announced. Cameras were rolling as Damphier emerged from the hospital in a wheelchair accompanied by Albany Police Chief Eric Hawkins. He received a round of applause from the dozens of law enforcement members gathered outside before being helped into a waiting ambulance. Officers applaud as Albany Police Officer Jonat…

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by Michael Mashburn
Business
Stewart's Shops Closes Capital Region Store Over Crime; PD Chief Says Did 'Everything Possible' Stewart's Shops Closes Capital Region Store Over Crime; PD Chief Says Did 'Everything Possible'
Stewart's Shops Closes Capital Region Store Over Crime; PD Chief Says Did 'Everything Possible' Local leaders are speaking out after popular convenience store chain Stewart’s Shops announced it was shuttering one of its locations in the region over growing concerns about crime. On Tuesday, Nov. 14, the company announced it was closing its Albany store located near Central Avenue and Manning Boulevard, citing a rise in thefts, robberies, and violent threats against employees. The store’s last day in business will be Thursday, Nov. 16. Apparently miffed at the notion that police hadn’t done enough to prevent the drastic move, Albany Police Chief Eric Hawkins issued a statement saying t…

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by Michael Mashburn
News
Deadly Week: 3 Men Killed In Separate Capital Region Shootings Deadly Week: 3 Men Killed In Separate Capital Region Shootings
Deadly Week: 3 Men Killed In Separate Capital Region Shootings Three men are dead following a week of gun violence in the region. Albany Police officers were called at around 12:45 a.m. Sunday, June 25, with reports of a shooting near Myrtle Avenue and Philip Street, one block east of the governor’s mansion. When emergency crews arrived, they found 28-year-old Deandre Morrison, of Albany, suffering from a gunshot wound to his torso. Morrison was taken by ambulance to Albany Medical Center Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, according to police. A little over an hour later, just after 2 a.m., officers learned of another shooting in the Pine Hills …

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by Michael Mashburn
News
Man Accused Of Gunning Down 18-Year-Old In Capital Region Enters Plea Man Accused Of Gunning Down 18-Year-Old In Capital Region Enters Plea
Man Accused Of Gunning Down 18-Year-Old In Capital Region Enters Plea The man accused of fatally shooting an 18-year-old man in the region has formally responded to the charges against him. Brian Moses, age 20, of Albany, pleaded not guilty to one count of second-degree murder Tuesday, Oct. 11, in Albany County Supreme Court in the killing of William Sanders. Earlier Report: Suspect In Fatal Shooting Of 18-Year-Old Nabbed After Hours-Long Standoff In Albany According to the Albany County District Attorney’s Office, Moses intentionally shot Sanders at a home near Hamilton and Quail streets in Albany on Friday, Sept. 30. When police arrived, they found Sande…

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by Michael Mashburn
News
Suspect In Fatal Shooting Of 18-Year-Old Nabbed After Hours-Long Standoff In Capital Region Suspect In Fatal Shooting Of 18-Year-Old Nabbed After Hours-Long Standoff In Capital Region
Suspect In Fatal Shooting Of 18-Year-Old Nabbed After Hours-Long Standoff In Capital Region The suspect accused of fatally shooting an 18-year-old man in the region is behind bars following an hours-long standoff with police. Albany Police were called at around 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30, with reports of a shooting at a home on Hamilton Street near Quail Street. Earlier Report: Fatal Shooting Leads To Standoff With Police In Albany When officers arrived, they found 18-year-old William Sanders lying in the roadway with multiple gunshot wounds, department spokesperson Steve Smith said. Sanders was pronounced dead at the scene. Police were then informed that the suspect had barricaded…

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by Michael Mashburn
News
Man Charged With Attempted Murder For Allegedly Stabbing Capital District Cop Man Charged With Attempted Murder For Allegedly Stabbing Capital District Cop
Man Charged With Attempted Murder For Allegedly Stabbing Capital District Cop A man with more than 15 felony arrests who allegedly stabbed a Capital District police officer is now charged with attempted murder. Albany resident Eric Frazier, age 54, was arraigned Thursday, June 23, at Albany Medical Center Hospital, where he was being treated after police shot him during the incident three days prior. Earlier report: 'Put The Knife Down': Body Cam Shows Attack On Albany Officer, Shooting Albany Police were responding 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 …

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by Michael Mashburn
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'Put The Knife Down': Body Cam Shows Attack On Officer In Capital District, Shooting 'Put The Knife Down': Body Cam Shows Attack On Officer In Capital District, Shooting
'Put The Knife Down': Body Cam Shows Attack On Officer In Capital District, 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