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Serial Car Prowler In Region Busted Thanks To Surveillance Footage From Victims, Cops Say Serial Car Prowler In Region Busted Thanks To Surveillance Footage From Victims, Cops Say
Serial Car Prowler In Region Busted Thanks To Surveillance Footage From Victims, Cops Say An accused serial car prowler in the Capital Region is behind bars thanks to incriminating evidence from the victims. Albany County resident Christopher White, 36, of Cohoes, was arrested Thursday, Jan. 23, in connection with a string of car break-ins in Colonie dating back to Christmas 2024, Colonie Police said. While riding his bike through residential neighborhoods near the Colonie Mohawk-Hudson Bike Path, White stole numerous belongings from unlocked vehicles, including cash, gift cards, and personal property, police alleged. Several break-ins occurred during the overnight hours on Chr…

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
Rash Of Car Break-Ins Under Investigation In Region Rash Of Car Break-Ins Under Investigation In Region
Rash Of Car Break-Ins Under Investigation In Region Police are investigating following a rash of car break-ins and attempted break-ins in the region. The break-ins occurred in Dutchess County on Thursday, Oct. 24, and Friday, Oct. 25, on the following Poughkeepsie roadways: Main Street S. Hamilton Street Parker Avenue Catharine Street Franklin Street Civic Center Plaza.  These incidents are currently under investigation. Poughkeepsie Police remind owners that vehicles should always be locked and secured. When not in use, all valuables should be removed from the vehicle, and no items of value (including loose change) should be visible.…

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by Kathy Reakes