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7 Suspects Nabbed In Undercover Child Exploitation, Trafficking Detail In Hudson Valley 7 Suspects Nabbed In Undercover Child Exploitation, Trafficking Detail In Hudson Valley
7 Suspects Nabbed In Undercover Child Exploitation, Trafficking Detail In Hudson Valley Seven suspects have been charged following an undercover child exploitation detail. It was conducted over several days by New York State Police and the FBI in Orange County, in the town of Wallkill. "The detail deployed highly trained Investigators and agents to infiltrate online platforms where these crimes are often facilitated," according to state police. "Utilizing advanced cyber tactics, Investigators and Agents were able to identify individuals attempting to exploit vulnerable children through the internet and meet them in person." As a result of the operation, the following ind…
New Update: Armed, Dangerous Man Killed By Police In Hudson Valley New Update: Armed, Dangerous Man Killed By Police In Hudson Valley
New Update: Armed, Dangerous Man Killed By Police In Hudson Valley This story has been updated. An armed and dangerous man wanted for numerous violent felony crimes in New York City has been shot and killed by New York State Police following a confrontation. The incident began in Orange County on Wednesday, Sept. 18, in Woodbury and ended in Highland Mills. According to Trooper Steven Nevel of the New York State Police, Ali Ali, age unknown of New York City, refused to stop while driving a stolen vehicle from troopers on I-87. During the pursuit, Ali crashed the car, which caught fire. He ran from the scene into a wooded area, and multiple police agencie…
Hudson Valley Man Sentenced To Prison For Sex With Child Under 13 Hudson Valley Man Sentenced To Prison For Sex With Child Under 13
Hudson Valley Man Sentenced To Prison For Sex With Child Under 13 A Hudson Valley man has been sentenced to state prison for sexual conduct against a child under the age of 13. Orange County resident Eduardo Martinez-Rojas, age 30, of Highland Mills, a hamlet of Woodbury, was sentenced on Monday, April 8 to 15 years in prison and 10 years of post-release supervision, according to Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler. Martinez-Rojas, who will also be registered as a sexual offender, admitted that he engaged in two or more acts of sexual intercourse, oral sex, and anal sex with a child under the age of 13, Hoovler said. Hoovler thanked the Orange …
Director At Business In Northern Westchester Dies At Age 57 Director At Business In Northern Westchester Dies At Age 57
Director At Business In Northern Westchester Dies At Age 57 A Navy veteran from the Hudson Valley who had a crucial role in a Northern Westchester business is being remembered for his kind heart.  Orange County resident Eugene “Gene” Guido of Highland Mills, died peacefully at the age of 57 while surrounded by family members on Friday, Feb. 16, according to his obituary.  Born in 1966 in the Bronx, Guido went on to serve in the US Navy and eventually became the director of pre-construction for Armonk-based Touchstone Builders.  Guido was also known as a loving husband to his wife, Rose, and an always-caring father to his ch…
ID Released For Woman Killed In 2-Vehicle Hudson Valley Crash ID Released For Woman Killed In 2-Vehicle Hudson Valley Crash
ID Released For Woman Killed In 2-Vehicle Hudson Valley Crash The identity has been released of a  woman killed in a two-vehicle crash in the Hudson Valley. The crash happened at around 12:15 a.m. Thursday, July 27 in Orange County on  I-87 in the town of Cornwall, between Exit 17 (Newburgh) and Exit 16 (Harriman) and involved a passenger car and motorcycle. On Saturday morning, July 29, New York State Police announced that a preliminary investigation has determined that the driver of a 2017 Chevy Malibu, a 41-year-old of from the Orange County hamlet of Highland Mills, was traveling northbound in the left lane when he collided wit…
$52M Scheme: 10 Charged By Feds In Fraud Case Targeting Westchester-Based Company $52M Scheme: 10 Charged By Feds In Fraud Case Targeting Westchester-Based Company
$52M Scheme: 10 Charged By Feds In Fraud Case Targeting Westchester-Based Company Ten people have been charged in connection with a massive scheme to defraud a leading cargo airline based in New York of tens of millions of dollars in revenue and the services of its employees, federal authorities announced. The 10 charged are: Connecticut resident Abilash Kurien, age 45, of Wilton in Fairfield County; Hudson Valley resident Carlton Llewellyn, age 55, of Highland Mills in Orange County; Long Island resident Robert Schirmer, age 58, of Port Jefferson Station; Queens resident Patrick Lau, 43, of Flushing; Lars Winkelbauer, age 47, of Bangkok, Thailand; Skye …
21-Year-Old College Student To Run For Assembly Seat In Hudson Valley 21-Year-Old College Student To Run For Assembly Seat In Hudson Valley
21-Year-Old College Student To Run For Assembly Seat In Hudson Valley A college student who calls the Hudson Valley home has potentially historic ambitions for his post-graduation career. SUNY Albany senior Zak Constantine, a 21-year-old Orange County resident now living in New Windsor, announced that he is planning to run for the 99th New York State Assembly District in his hometown Hudson Valley. The 99th District includes parts of Rockland and Orange counties. It is currently represented by Republican Assemblyman Colin Schmitt. Constantine announced his campaign earlier this week and hit the ground running, collecting signatures and passing out fliers to …
Nor'easter: Here's A Brand-New Rundown Of Snowfall Totals From Throughout Region Nor'easter: Here's A Brand-New Rundown Of Snowfall Totals From Throughout Region
Nor'easter: Here's A Brand-New Rundown Of Snowfall Totals From Throughout Region Snowfall totals from the powerful Nor'easter that slammed the region ranged from more than two feet to several inches. Here are totals from the National Weather Service and other reports from at or around sunset on Saturday, Jan. 29. If you don't see your hometown, leave the total by posting a comment below. New York New York City Central Park, 8.3 inches Nassau County Elmont, 17.3 inches Jericho, 12 inches Levittown, 19.2 inches Massapequa, 16 inches Plainedge, 16 inches  Seaford, 12 inches Syosset, 14 inches Wantagh, 14 inches Suffolk County Amit…
Hudson Valley Business Owner Accused Of Forcibly Touching Employee Hudson Valley Business Owner Accused Of Forcibly Touching Employee
Hudson Valley Business Owner Accused Of Forcibly Touching Employee The owner of a business in the Hudson Valley was arrested and accused of forcibly touching an employee.  The New York State Police reported that 30-year-old Orange County resident Yida Falkovitz, of Highland Mills, was arrested on Monday, Nov. 8. Police said Falkovitz owns a business in the Town of Chester. He was charged with forcible touching, police said.  Authorities said he is set to appear in court on Wednesday, Nov. 24.
4-Year-Old Girl Dies From Injuries Suffered In Hudson Valley Crash 4-Year-Old Girl Dies From Injuries Suffered In Hudson Valley Crash
4-Year-Old Girl Dies From Injuries Suffered In Hudson Valley Crash A 4-year-old girl who was critically injured during a crash between a car and an SUV that also killed the driver of one of the vehicles has died from her injuries. Orange County resident Journey Dorch, of the Town of Woodbury, died over the weekend, from injuries sustained during the crash on Saturday, July 17, on Route 32 in the town of Cornwall, said the state police. A preliminary investigation revealed that a 2009 Toyota Corolla, driven by  Helen Rivera, age 38, of the City of Newburgh, was traveling south on the dark, rain-slick roadway when she crossed into the northbound lane an…
Toddler In Critical Condition After Fatal Crash Between Car, SUV With Nine Occupants Toddler In Critical Condition After Fatal Crash Between Car, SUV With Nine Occupants
Toddler In Critical Condition After Fatal Crash Between Car, SUV With Nine Occupants A 3-year-old is in critical condition following a crash over the weekend that left a woman dead and at least three others injured. The crash took place around 8:30 p.m., Saturday, July 17, on Route 32 in Orange County in the town of Cornwall. A preliminary investigation revealed that a 2009 Toyota Corolla, driven by Helen Rivera, age 38, of Newburgh, the city of Newburgh was traveling south on the dark, rain-slick roadway when she crossed into the northbound lane and struck a 2010 Dodge Journey with nine occupants,  said Trooper Steven Nevel of the state police. Earlier Story: W…
Woman Ejected From BMW, Dog Killed In Palisades Interstate Parkway Crash Woman Ejected From BMW, Dog Killed In Palisades Interstate Parkway Crash
Woman Ejected From BMW, Dog Killed In Palisades Interstate Parkway Crash A woman is in serious condition following a single-vehicle crash on the Palisades Parkway that also killed her dog. The crash took place around 9:40 a.m., Tuesday, April 13 in Rockland County on the parkway in the town of Stony Point, said New York State Police Trooper Steven Nevel. An investigation that a BMW X-5 was traveling south on the Palisades Parkway when the vehicle flipped and ejected the driver of the vehicle and her dog, Nevel said. Prior to the accident, numerous 911 calls were made about this vehicle traveling on Route 6 from Woodbury with three tires, Nevel said. Witnesses …
COVID-19: Popular Hudson Valley Deli Closes After Owner, Staffers Test Positive COVID-19: Popular Hudson Valley Deli Closes After Owner, Staffers Test Positive
Covid-19: Popular Hudson Valley Deli Closes After Owner, Staffers Test Positive A popular deli in the area has closed after the owner and several staff members tested positive for COVID-19. The owner of Jay’s Deli, located in Orange County on Route 32 in Highland Mills, said several employees, and herself, have become infected. "After consulting closely with the Health Department I have decided not to reopen until I feel it’s 100 percent safe for us and our community," the owner stated in a post on social media Wednesday, Sept. 30. "That is my decision. I do not have to.  "We had a few employees, including myself, test positive for COVID. Everyone else is neg…
Area Residents Charged With Drunk Driving In State Police Stops Area Residents Charged With Drunk Driving In State Police Stops
Area Residents Charged With Drunk Driving In State Police Stops Nearly two dozen drivers were allegedly impaired in the Hudson Valley over the weekend when they were busted for driving while intoxicated. Local residents charged include: Westchester County On Friday, June 5, State Police from Cortlandt­­ arrested Andrew C. Pesavento, 32, of Cortlandt, NY, for DWAI Drugs. He was traveling on Oregon Road in the town of Cortlandt, when he was stopped for a violation of the vehicle and traffic law. Investigation revealed he was under the influence of drugs, and was subsequently arrested. On Sunday, June 7, State Police from East Fishkill arrested Mark A. M…
16 Area Residents Charged With Impaired Driving 16 Area Residents Charged With Impaired Driving
16 Area Residents Charged With Impaired Driving Sixteen area residents were charged for alleged impaired driving by New York State Police troopers in the Hudson Valley. Local residents facing charges include:  Ulster County On Jan. 3, State Police in Ellenville arrested Lizette Andino, 31 of Napanoch, for DWAI Drugs. Troopers responded to a report of a female unconscious behind the wheel of a vehicle on Marl Road in the town of Shawangunk. Upon interviewing Andino it was determined that she was impaired by drugs and was subsequently arrested. On Jan. 3, State Police in Kingston arrested Fanny Prizant, 75 of Bearsville, for DWI. Sh…
US Army Vet Sentenced For Drunken Crash That Killed Best Friend US Army Vet Sentenced For Drunken Crash That Killed Best Friend
US Army Vet Sentenced For Drunken Crash That Killed Best Friend A veteran of the US Army who killed his best friend while driving drunk in Orange County will spend time behind bars. Robert Higgins, 25, of Highland Mills, was sentenced in Orange County Court to a term of between one and two-third to five years in prison after pleading guilty to vehicular manslaughter and driving while intoxicated in October last year. In addition to the prison sentence, Higgins’ driver’s license was revoked and he was fined $1,275. Higgins was driving at approximately 1:30 a.m. on Dec. 22, 2017, on Route 32 in Woodbury when he struck a tractor-trailer, killing his passe…