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1 Dead, 2 Hospitalized After Gas Leak At Wurtsboro Home
A 66-year-old man died, and two others were hospitalized after a suspected gas leak at a home in the region.
The incident occurred in Sullivan County around 9:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 18, in Wurtsboro.
According to New York State Police Trooper Steven Nevel, the preliminary investigation revealed that the victims were exposed to carbon monoxide and experienced varying degrees of exposure.
The victims were identified as Baoli Xu, age 55, and Haijun Wang, age 63, both from Wurtsboro, as well as a 66-year-old man from Flushing.
Nevel said the 66-year-old victim, whose nam…
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Duo Nabbed After Driver Held At Gunpoint In Region, Police Say
Two people have been charged after they allegedly held a taxi driver in the Capital Region at knifepoint and stole money, causing injuries.
Schoharie County residents James R. Parker, age 26, and Nicole Zielinski, age 50, both of Cobleskill, were charged on Wednesday, Nov. 13.
According to New York State Police Trooper Stephanie O'Neil, an investigation determined Zielinski and Parker were being transported by a taxi in Schenectady when Parker allegedly held the driver at knifepoint against their will.
During the incident, they reportedly stole money from the victim and cau…
Search Warrant Leads To Child Porn Charge For 60-Year-Old From Region
A Hudson Valley code enforcement officer and fire investigator has been charged with allegedly possessing materials showing obscene sexual performances by a child.
Orange County resident John Orr, age 60, of Pine Island, was charged on Wednesday, Nov. 6, following the execution of a search warrant by the New York State Police and the town of Warwick Police on Glenwood Road, in the Town of Warwick, said Trooper Steven Nvel.
After the search, Nevel said Orr was arrested, processed, and released on an appearance ticket.
The investigation is continuing by State Police Monroe BCI and the …
Remembering Dariel Vasquez: 18, HS Baseball Captain Killed In Sterling Forest Wildfire
Shock and sadness spread following the death of 18-year-old firefighter Dariel Vasquez, who was killed on Saturday, Nov. 9, while bravely battling the Jennings Creek Wildfire that spread from New Jersey into Greenwood Lake, New York.
Vasquez, a young Parks and Recreation Aide with the New York State Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation Department, lost his life in the line of duty, a heartbreaking end to a life full of promise and service. New York State Police are investigating the circumstances of his death.
Known as a rising star in his community, Dariel was a former R…
Fire Company Financial Secretary In Region Admits Stealing $17K, DA Says
A financial secretary for a fire company in the region has admitted to stealing more than $17,000 from the department.
Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler announced on Friday, Nov. 1, that Lynn T. Simpson, age 43, of Wallkill, pled guilty to grand larceny in the Third Degree in connection with the theft of $17,947 from the parade fund of the Washington Heights Fire Company in Middletown.
As part of the plea agreement, Simpson will repay all the stolen money, Hoovler said.
The department was scheduled to host a parade in September 2023, which includ…
5 Nabbed On Gun Charges During Hudson Valley Stop, Police Say
Five people were charged with allegedly having loaded weapons during a Hudson Valley traffic stop.
The incident occurred in Orange County around 3:40 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 25, in Wallkill.
According to Lt. Robert McLymore of the Wallkill Police, the department, along with the New York State Police, performed a vehicle stop at Exit 116 on Route 17, which led to the arrest of five of the five suspects.
A subsequent investigation resulted in the recovery of three loaded firearms, McLymore said.
Those charged included:
Capital Region resident Shawn A. Briggs, age 35, of Troy. …
NY Mom Jumps To Death With Her 2 Young Children At Niagara Falls
A days-long search for a New York mother and her two children was unsuccessful after police say the woman jumped with them off Niagara Falls.
State Police say that 33-year-old Chianti Means, Roman Rossman, age 9, and Mecca Means, 5 months old, crossed over the guardrail and went over the falls on Luna Island, which is attached to Goat Island, on Monday night, Oct. 28.
"The investigation has determined that this incident was intentional in nature, though the circumstances remain under investigation," according to New York State Police.
All three were residents of Niagara Falls.
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