New York AG Takes Down Auto Ring Linked To Theft Of Vehicles In Westchester New York AG Takes Down Auto Ring Linked To Theft Of Vehicles In Westchester
New York AG Takes Down Auto Ring Linked To Theft Of Vehicles In Westchester Ten suspects are facing a host of charges for their roles in an auto theft ring that was tied to more than 225 vehicles, including some in Westchester. New York Attorney General Letitia James and New York Police Department Commissioner Dermot Shea announced that 10 members of an auto theft and distribution operation are facing charges for their roles in the theft ring. James said that the alleged suspects were charged for criminal possession of 45 vehicles during a six-month period and their roles related to the theft and resale of more than 225 vehicles throughout downstate New York. …
Woman Accused Of Driving Stolen Van To Police Headquarters In Northern Westchester Woman Accused Of Driving Stolen Van To Police Headquarters In Northern Westchester
Woman Accused Of Driving Stolen Van To Police Headquarters In Northern Westchester A 74-year-old woman was arrested after allegedly driving a van reported stolen in Vermont to a police department in New York, in Northern Westchester County.  The Yorktown Police Department reported that the Vermont resident has been charged with fourth-degree criminal possession of stolen property. Police did not release the woman's name. At about 4 p.m. on Tuesday, July 27, an officer took a report from the woman about an unrelated matter. Police said investigators later discovered that the woman was in possession of a stolen 2021 Ford Transit van. Authorities said the woman returne…
Man Rams Two Cruisers During Multi-County Pursuit Ending In Westchester, Police Say Man Rams Two Cruisers During Multi-County Pursuit Ending In Westchester, Police Say
Man Rams Two Cruisers During Multi-County Pursuit Ending In Westchester, Police Say A Connecticut man was arrested by New York State Police for allegedly fleeing officers and ramming two police vehicles in an effort to escape before finally being apprehended in Westchester County. The incident started around 4 p.m. Thursday, June 24, when New York State Police were assisting the Mahwah, New Jersey, Police Department and South Nyack Police Department with a pursuit that entered I-287 and continued south on I-87, said Trooper Tara McCormick. The fleeing vehicle intentionally caused damage to two troop cars, a South Nyack patrol car, and a Mahwah patrol car, said McCormick. …
Local Man Nabbed After Stealing Jeep At Area Convenience Store Local Man Nabbed After Stealing Jeep At Area Convenience Store
Local Man Nabbed After Stealing Jeep At Area Convenience Store New York State Police troopers recovered a stolen Jeep and busted a suspect after the vehicle was allegedly stolen from a Hudson Valley convenience store, investigators announced. Troopers responded to Stewart’s on Route 17M in Goshen at 5:15 a.m. on Thursday, June 3, where there was a report of a stolen 2012 gray Jeep Grand Cherokee. Police said that troopers were able to locate the vehicle shortly after the investigation launched at a BP gas station in Wawayanda, and found the driver, Poughkeepsie resident Todd Johnson, who was taken into custody. Johnson, 41, was arrested and charged wi…
Duo Nabbed In Yellow Jeep Stolen In Northern Westchester, Police Say Duo Nabbed In Yellow Jeep Stolen In Northern Westchester, Police Say
Duo Nabbed In Yellow Jeep Stolen In Northern Westchester, Police Say A 20-year-old and a juvenile have been arrested for allegedly driving a yellow Jeep stolen in Northern Westchester while looking inside parked vehicles. Adonice Guzman, of New York City, and the juvenile, were arrested around 3 a.m., Saturday, April 10 by Greenburgh Police. Greenburgh police officers responded to Sprain Valley Road in the Scarsdale section of the town for a report of two males looking inside parked vehicles, in private driveways, while a third party awaited in a yellow Jeep, Greenburgh PD Lt. Kobie Powell said.  When police arrived on the scene, two mal…
Suspect Nabbed In Bank Robbery, Carjacking In Area Suspect Nabbed In Bank Robbery, Carjacking In Area
Suspect Nabbed In Bank Robbery, Carjacking In Area A man has been arrested for allegedly robbing an Orange County bank after a pursuit with state police. Dutchess County resident Leonard Dolson, age 45, of Beekman, was arrested around 9:42 p.m., on Friday, March 19, after state police in Orange County assisted the Village of Goshen Police Department with a bank robbery on Main Street in the village of Goshen, said Trooper Steven Nevel. Following the robbery, state police were provided with a description of the suspect and the vehicle used. Troopers learned that the suspect vehicle, a Honda Civic, was stolen via a carjacking from the city of…
Man Busted Driving Stolen Tesla On Taconic Parkway In Northern Westchester, Police Say Man Busted Driving Stolen Tesla On Taconic Parkway In Northern Westchester, Police Say
Man Busted Driving Stolen Tesla On Taconic Parkway In Northern Westchester, Police Say A 50-year-old man was allegedly busted with a stolen 2016 Tesla after being stopped on the Taconic State Parkway in Northern Westchester. Alexander Parker, of the Bronx, was arrested around 10:15 a.m., on Monday, March 15, after being stopped by Yorktown Police officers on patrol who were alerted to a possible stolen vehicle out of New York City on the Taconic, said the Yorktown Police Department. Multiple officers responded to the scene where the 2016 Tesla had been spotted and located the vehicle traveling northbound on the parkway in the area of Route 132, police said. Officers pulled o…
Man, Woman Charged For Scamming $15,500 From Westchester Woman Man, Woman Charged For Scamming $15,500 From Westchester Woman
Man, Woman Charged For Scamming $15,500 From Westchester Woman An investigation by police in Westchester led to the arrest of a man and woman who allegedly bilked a woman out of more than $15,000. On Saturday, March 13, the Onalaska Wisconsin Police Department requested the assistance of the Town of Greenburgh Police Department after an elderly resident of Onalaska reported she had been defrauded out of $15,500.00, Greenburgh Police Lt. Kobie Powell said. According to Onalaska Police, the elderly woman received a call from a person who stated the victim’s grandson had been in an accident in White Plains.  In order to avoid having the victim’…
Man With Stolen Handgun Fights With Police, Is Tased Before Arrest In Area, Police Say Man With Stolen Handgun Fights With Police, Is Tased Before Arrest In Area, Police Say
Man With Stolen Handgun Fights With Police, Is Tased Before Arrest In Area, Police Say A 26-year-old man who allegedly had a stolen loaded handgun in his waistband fought with police who attempted to arrest him during a traffic stop in the area. Rawl D. Deslandes, of the City of Poughkeepsie, was arrested around 2:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 9, after City of Poughkeepsie officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Main and White streets, said Captain Richard Smith. During the investigative stages of the stop, Deslandes was found to be in possession of a stolen loaded handgun, in his waistband, Smith said. Deslandes attempted to flee and physically resisted and struggle…
Alleged Car Thief Apprehended On 18th Birthday In Westchester County Alleged Car Thief Apprehended On 18th Birthday In Westchester County
Alleged Car Thief Apprehended On 18th Birthday In Westchester County A Fairfield County teen spent his 18th birthday with police in Westchester County, but it wasn't exactly a celebration. The individual, whose identity was not released, was arrested after Harrison Police received a call around 3:37 a.m., Monday, March 1, from a resident reporting that three men were trying to open the doors of several vehicles on Pearl Street. When an officer responded he spotted a Subaru Outback driving away, said Harrison Police Chief John T. Vasta.  The vehicle turned down Edward Street to elude the officer and crashed into a fence.  The occupant of…
Level 2 Sex Offender Nabbed Breaking Into Area Home, Stealing Vehicle, Police Say Level 2 Sex Offender Nabbed Breaking Into Area Home, Stealing Vehicle, Police Say
Level 2 Sex Offender Nabbed Breaking Into Area Home, Stealing Vehicle, Police Say A Level 2 sex offender was arrested after allegedly breaking into an area home and stealing a vehicle. The incident took place around 10:17 a.m., Monday, Feb. 22, in the City of Poughkeepsie, said Det. Sgt. George Camacho.  According to Camacho, officers were dispatched to the area of 721 Main Street to assist the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Officers who had stopped a vehicle that was reported stolen in the City of Poughkeepsie. According to the victim, an unknown person had entered their residence through an unlocked window and took a jacket and keys to a vehicle. The person dr…
Three Nabbed After Three-County Stolen Vehicle Chase Starts In Northern Westchester Three Nabbed After Three-County Stolen Vehicle Chase Starts In Northern Westchester
Three Nabbed After Three-County Stolen Vehicle Chase Starts In Northern Westchester Three people were arrested after a three-county stolen vehicle chase that started in Norhern Westchester County. The chase began around 10:10 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 3, New York State troopers attempted to conduct a traffic stop of a 2015 Kia Forte for a violation of the vehicle and traffic law on I-684 in the town of Bedford, said Trooper AJ Hicks.  The driver of the vehicle failed to comply and led the troopers northbound on a pursuit reaching speeds over 120 miles per hour, Hicks said. During the pursuit, it was determined the vehicle was reported stolen out of North Haven, Connectic…