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13-, 14-Year-Old Injured In Shooting In Region; Suspect Outstanding 13-, 14-Year-Old Injured In Shooting In Region; Suspect Outstanding
13-, 14-Year-Old Injured In Shooting In Region; Suspect Outstanding Two teenagers are recovering following a shooting that occurred just blocks from the state Capitol. Officers responding to reports of gunshots near Myrtle Avenue and Grand Street in Albany found two injured teens just before 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, Albany Police said. A 14-year-old boy had a gunshot wound to his leg, and a 13-year-old boy had suffered a graze bullet wound to his upper leg. Both victims were treated by medics at the scene and taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital with what police described as non-life-threatening injuries. No suspects had been arrested as of Wednesda…
Fatal Shooting: 21-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Region Fatal Shooting: 21-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Region
Fatal Shooting: 21-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Region The victim in an early-morning shooting in Albany was identified as a 21-year-old man. Quadair Hoffler, of Rensselaer, was shot to death at a residence in Albany’s Pine Hills neighborhood, located on Yates Street near South Lake Avenue, at around 1:40 a.m. Monday, Feb. 10, according to Albany Police. Hoffler suffered a single gunshot wound to his head and was pronounced dead at Albany Medical Center Hospital. Nobody else was injured. No arrests had been made as of Tuesday, Feb. 11. Police did not speculate on a possible motive for the killing. Anyone with information is asked to contact t…
Second Daycare Worker Charged After Toddler Abused In Region, Police Say Second Daycare Worker Charged After Toddler Abused In Region, Police Say
Second Daycare Worker Charged After Toddler Abused In Region, Police Say A second employee is facing charges after a toddler was allegedly abused at a Capital Region daycare. Tia Sauvie, 33, of Johnsonville, was arrested Friday, Feb. 7, after she witnessed her colleague physically abuse a toddler at the SmartEarly Learning Centers in Clifton Park and failed to intervene, New York State Police said. Sauvie surrendered to State Police on a charge of endangering the welfare of a child. She was issued an appearance ticket to Clifton Park Town Court and released from custody. Her arrest came days after troopers apprehended SmartEarly employee Amy Henninger, 48, of B…
Daycare Worker Abused Toddler In Region, Police Say Daycare Worker Abused Toddler In Region, Police Say
Daycare Worker Abused Toddler In Region, Police Say A daycare worker is facing charges and a second employee was fired after the woman allegedly abused a toddler at a Capital Region daycare. Amy Henninger, 48, of Ballston Spa, was taken into custody on suspicion of assault and related charges on Thursday, Jan. 30. It came a week after troopers were notified that a toddler had suffered injuries while in the care of SmartEarly Learning Centers in Clifton Park, New York State Police said. The child was left at the facility for about five hours on Tuesday, Jan. 21. Later that evening, the parent noticed injuries on the child and brought them t…
Man Repeatedly Stabs Woman In Front Of 2 Kids At Home In Region, Police Say Man Repeatedly Stabs Woman In Front Of 2 Kids At Home In Region, Police Say
Man Repeatedly Stabs Woman In Front Of 2 Kids At Home In Region, Police Say A man is facing attempted murder charges following a stabbing attack that injured a woman in Albany. Officers responded to a residence in the city’s Beverwyck neighborhood, near Sherman and Quail streets, for a stabbing at around 9:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2. Inside the home, they found a woman, 31, suffering from stab wounds to her torso, legs, and hands, Albany Police said. She was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital in stable condition. An investigation found that another resident of the home, Elijah Thomas, 34, stabbed the woman in front of two young children during a domestic dispute…
Pedestrian Hit, Killed Near Shopping Mall In Region Pedestrian Hit, Killed Near Shopping Mall In Region
Pedestrian Hit, Killed Near Shopping Mall In Region A man was struck and killed while walking near a Capital Region shopping mall. The collision occurred in Guilderland, near the intersection of Western Avenue and Lawton Terrace, just yards from the Crossgates Mall, at around 6:40 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30. Timothy Gapp was crossing the street when he was struck by a vehicle, Guilderland Police said. Gapp, of Guilderland, was taken by ambulance to Albany Medical Center Hospital, where he died from his injuries. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and was cooperating with investigators, police said. The agency’s Traffic and Safety…
Suspect Nabbed Hours After Fatal Shooting Of 30-Year-Old In Region Suspect Nabbed Hours After Fatal Shooting Of 30-Year-Old In Region
Suspect Nabbed Hours After Fatal Shooting Of 30-Year-Old In Region A suspect was arrested hours after a man was shot to death in the Capital Region. The shooting occurred in Albany’s Beverwyck neighborhood, near the Albany News Deli on Central Avenue, at around 5:40 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30. Officers arrived to find Dewitt Miller, 30, suffering from a gunshot wound to his groin, Albany Police said. He was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital, where he died from his injuries. On Friday morning, Jan. 31, the agency said detectives had arrested a suspect in the killing, Leonardo Guzman, 34, of Schenectady. He is charged with second-degree murder and crimina…
Triple Fatal Fire: Mother, Daughter Among Victims In Fast-Moving Blaze In Region Triple Fatal Fire: Mother, Daughter Among Victims In Fast-Moving Blaze In Region
Triple Fatal Fire: Mother, Daughter Among Victims In Fast-Moving Blaze In Region Authorities identified three family members who were killed in a fast-moving house fire that left two others hospitalized in Upstate New York. Colonie Police identified the victims as: Lynne Lyons, 72 Kateleyn Ryan, 33, daughter of Lynne Timothy Ryan, 42, husband to Katelyn Emergency crews in Colonie responded to a residential fire on Locust Park shortly before 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 27, as Daily Voice reported. Firefighters and police arrived to find the home fully engulfed in flames and multiple residents trapped inside, Colonie Police said. Despite the efforts of first responders, three p…
'It Started So Quick': 3 Killed, 2 Injured In 'Hoarding'-Fueled House Fire In Region 'It Started So Quick': 3 Killed, 2 Injured In 'Hoarding'-Fueled House Fire In Region
'It Started So Quick': 3 Killed, 2 Injured In 'Hoarding'-Fueled House Fire In Region A family is reeling after three people were killed and two others were hospitalized following a fast-moving house fire in Upstate New York. Multiple agencies were called to a Colonie residence on Locust Park shortly before 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 27. Firefighters and police arrived to find the home fully engulfed in flames and multiple residents trapped inside, Colonie Police said. Despite the efforts of first responders, three people died and two others were taken by ambulance to Albany Medical Center Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, police said. The victims had not been publicly …
4 Officers From Region Injured In Crash, 2 Exposed To Cocaine 4 Officers From Region Injured In Crash, 2 Exposed To Cocaine
4 Officers From Region Injured In Crash, 2 Exposed To Cocaine Four Capital Region police officers were injured in a crash, and two others were exposed to cocaine.  The incident occurred in Albany at around 3:40 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 18, in the area of Madison Avenue and Quail Street. According to Albany Police Officer Megan Craft, officers responded to a domestic-related incident and requested a backup unit over the radio while dealing with a combative person. While attempting to take the suspect into custody, two officers were exposed to powder cocaine that the suspect had in his possession; two separate police units in the area of Madison A…
22-Year-Old Stabbed In Capital Region; Search Underway For Suspect 22-Year-Old Stabbed In Capital Region; Search Underway For Suspect
22-Year-Old Stabbed In Capital Region; Search Underway For Suspect Police are investigating a stabbing in the region that sent a man to the hospital. The attack happened in Albany, near the intersection of Quail and West streets, shortly after 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3. Albany Police said officers found a 22-year-old man who had been stabbed in his back. The victim was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. No suspects had been arrested as of Monday, Aug. 5. Police did not say whether the victim knew his attacker or speculate on a possible motive. Anyone with information is asked to contact Albany Police detectives at…
Woman Injured In Stabbing Attack In Capital Region Woman Injured In Stabbing Attack In Capital Region
Woman Injured In Stabbing Attack In Capital Region A woman is recovering after she was repeatedly stabbed on a residential street in the region. The attack happened in Albany’s Arbor Hill neighborhood, on North Pearl Street near Wilson Street, at around 5:40 p.m. Monday, July 22. Albany Police said officers arrived to find a 46-year-old woman suffering from stab wounds to her arm and leg. She was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital where she remains in stable condition. No suspects had been arrested as of Tuesday afternoon, July 23. It was not immediately clear whether the victim knows her attacker or what led up to the incident. A…
6 Teens Injured In July 4th Shooting At Capital Region Home 6 Teens Injured In July 4th Shooting At Capital Region Home
6 Teens Injured In July 4th Shooting At Capital Region Home Six teenagers are recovering after a shooting at a Fourth of July party in the region. Police in Albany were called about a shooting in the city’s Pine Hills neighborhood, on Myrtle Avenue near Quail Street, at around 12:15 a.m. Friday, July 5. When officers arrived, they found evidence of gunfire in the home’s backyard and in the street that occurred during a large gathering, police said. Minutes later, officers near Hudson Avenue and Quail Street, located five blocks away, were flagged down by a 17-year-old boy who had been shot in his arm. He was taken by ambulance to Albany Medical Cen…
22-Year-Old Woman Stabbed During Capital Region Robbery 22-Year-Old Woman Stabbed During Capital Region Robbery
22-Year-Old Woman Stabbed During Capital Region Robbery A woman is recovering after she was stabbed during a robbery in the region. Albany Police were called at around 7:45 p.m. Friday, June 14, for a robbery near Washington and Lexington avenues. Officers found a 22-year-old woman suffering from a stab wound to her back. She was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. An investigation found that the victim was sitting with two others at the bus stop near Western Avenue and Sprague Place when two men approached them, one armed with a knife. The suspects then forcibly stole their belongings, and at one point…
21-Year-Old Parolee Nabbed In Capital Region Shooting That Killed Man, Injured 2 Others: Cops 21-Year-Old Parolee Nabbed In Capital Region Shooting That Killed Man, Injured 2 Others: Cops
21-Year-Old Parolee Nabbed In Capital Region Shooting That Killed Man, Injured 2 Others: Cops Police have arrested a suspect in an overnight shooting in the region that killed a man and injured two others, including a 13-year-old boy. The Albany incident happened at around 1:45 a.m. Wednesday, June 5, in the city’s West Hill neighborhood, near Second and Quail streets. Officers found a 46-year-old woman who was shot in the leg and a 13-year-old boy suffering from a graze bullet wound to his arm. Both victims were taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Earlier Report: Man Killed, Two Others Including 13-Year-Old Injured In Albany Shooting …
Fatal Crash: Drunk 28-Year-Old Caused Head-On Capital Region Wreck Killing Woman, Police Say Fatal Crash: Drunk 28-Year-Old Caused Head-On Capital Region Wreck Killing Woman, Police Say
Fatal Crash: Drunk 28-Year-Old Caused Head-On Capital Region Wreck Killing Woman, Police Say More than a month after a beloved wife and mother was killed in a head-on highway crash in the region, the man allegedly responsible has been arrested. In Albany County, Bethlehem Police arrested Saratoga County resident Matthew Monthie, age 28, of Clifton Park on Friday, June 7, on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter and related charges in the death of Shawna Marzahl. Investigators said Monthie was driving westbound on Route 85 near the Albany city limits when he crossed over the center line and struck the 53-year-old Marzahl in the eastbound lane just before 7 a.m. Wednesday, May 1. E…
Man Killed, Two Others Including 13-Year-Old Injured In Capital Region Shooting Man Killed, Two Others Including 13-Year-Old Injured In Capital Region Shooting
Man Killed, Two Others Including 13-Year-Old Injured In Capital Region Shooting A man was killed and two others, including a 13-year-old boy, were injured in a late-night shooting in the region. Albany Police were called at around 1:45 a.m. Wednesday, June 5, for shots fired in the West Hill neighborhood, near Second and Quail streets. Officers found a 46-year-old woman who was shot in the leg and a 13-year-old boy suffering from a graze bullet wound to his arm. Both victims were taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. A short time later, hospital employees contacted police saying a 30-year-old man had come to the emergency room wit…
Alleged Hit-Run Biker Who Left 18-Year-Old NY College Student In Coma Enters Plea Alleged Hit-Run Biker Who Left 18-Year-Old NY College Student In Coma Enters Plea
Alleged Hit-Run Biker Who Left 18-Year-Old NY College Student In Coma Enters Plea The man accused of hitting a University at Albany student from Long Island with his dirt bike, leaving her in a medically induced coma, formally responded to the charges against him. Albany County resident Austin Breyette, age 25, of Watervliet, pleaded not guilty to assault and related charges on Monday, June 3, stemming from an alleged hit-and-run crash that seriously injured UAlbany freshman Alexa Kropf. The 18-year-old Kropf, a Long Island native from Floral Park, was struck just blocks from the UAlbany campus at around midnight Saturday, April 27. Earlier Report: Hit-Run Leaves…
24-Year-Old Stabbed To Death, Second Victim Injured In Attack Near UAlbany Campus 24-Year-Old Stabbed To Death, Second Victim Injured In Attack Near UAlbany Campus
24-Year-Old Stabbed To Death, Second Victim Injured In Attack Near UAlbany Campus A 24-year-old man was killed and a second victim was injured in an early-morning stabbing attack in the region. Emergency crews in Albany were called at around 3:40 a.m. Monday, June 3, for a stabbing near Washington Avenue and Quail Street, one block from the University at Albany’s downtown campus. Albany Police said a 25-year-old man flagged paramedics down after suffering a stab wound to his back. As medics were treating the man, another individual informed them that a second victim had been stabbed roughly a block away, near Washington and Lake avenues, and was unconscious. Officers …
Hit-Run Biker Who Left NY 18-Year-Old In Coma Nabbed Nearly Month Later, Police Say Hit-Run Biker Who Left NY 18-Year-Old In Coma Nabbed Nearly Month Later, Police Say
Hit-Run Biker Who Left NY 18-Year-Old In Coma Nabbed Nearly Month Later, Police Say Nearly a month after a University at Albany student from Long Island was severely injured in a hit-and-run dirt bike crash, a suspect is behind bars. Albany Police arrested Austin Breyette, age 25, of Watervliet, early Thursday morning, May 23, in connection with the collision that left 18-year-old UAlbany freshman Alexa Kropf in a medically induced coma. Kropf, a Long Island native from Floral Park, was struck by a dirt bike rider just blocks from the UAlbany campus at around midnight Saturday, April 27. Earlier Report: New Update: 18-Year-Old Severely Injured In NY Hit-Run Awake …
12-Year-Old Shooter Tried Murdering Woman In Capital Region, Police Say 12-Year-Old Shooter Tried Murdering Woman In Capital Region, Police Say
12-Year-Old Shooter Tried Murdering Woman In Capital Region, Police Say A 12-year-old boy is facing an attempted murder charge after allegedly shooting a woman in the region. Albany Police were called at around 4 p.m. Monday, May 13, for a shooting near South Pearl and Schuyler streets. They found a 43-year-old woman suffering from a gunshot wound to her arm. The victim was taken by ambulance to Albany Medical Center Hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Investigators tracked down the 12-year-old suspect and arrested him in Albany on Tuesday night, May 21. It was not immediately clear whether he and the victim knew one another. The bo…
24-Year-Old In Critical Condition After Capital Region Shooting; Search For Gunman Underway 24-Year-Old In Critical Condition After Capital Region Shooting; Search For Gunman Underway
24-Year-Old In Critical Condition After Capital Region Shooting; Search For Gunman Underway A young man is fighting for his life following a late-night shooting in the region. The incident happened at around 11 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, in Albany’s West Hill neighborhood, near First and Ontario streets. Staff at Albany Medical Center Hospital contacted Albany Police after the 24-year-old victim showed up to the emergency room with a gunshot wound to his chest. The man remains hospitalized in critical condition, police said. No suspects had been identified as of Wednesday, May 22. Anyone with information in the case is asked to contact Albany Police at 518-462-8039. Anonymous tips …
22-Year-Old Attacks, Robs Victim Outside Capital Region Salvation Army, Police Say 22-Year-Old Attacks, Robs Victim Outside Capital Region Salvation Army, Police Say
22-Year-Old Attacks, Robs Victim Outside Capital Region Salvation Army, Police Say A 22-year-old suspect is behind bars following a violent robbery in the region that sent a man to the hospital. The attack happened shortly after 8 p.m. Sunday, May 19, in Albany, outside the Salvation Army building on Clinton Avenue. When officers arrived, the 60-year-old victim told them that a man had punched him several times in the face and head, knocking him unconscious. The culprit then stole his wallet and fled the scene. The victim was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital and treated for injuries to his face. A description of the suspect was put out over police radio, and he …
New Update: 18-Year-Old Severely Injured In NY Hit-Run Awake After Week In Coma New Update: 18-Year-Old Severely Injured In NY Hit-Run Awake After Week In Coma
New Update: 18-Year-Old Severely Injured In NY Hit-Run Awake After Week In Coma Relatives of a University at Albany student from Long Island who was severely injured in a hit-and-run crash are celebrating a major milestone in her long recovery. Alexa Kropf, age 18, of Floral Park, is no longer in a medically induced coma and is breathing on her own, her family announced in an update on GoFundMe Monday, May 6. “We are deeply grateful for all your prayers. Prayer has incredible power!” said campaign organizer Christine M. Earlier Report: Hit-Run Leaves UAlbany's Alexa Kropf Severely Injured Kropf remains in critical condition at Albany Medical Center Hospital mo…
ID Released For Woman Killed In Head-On Capital Region Highway Crash ID Released For Woman Killed In Head-On Capital Region Highway Crash
ID Released For Woman Killed In Head-On Capital Region Highway Crash Authorities have identified a woman killed in a head-on highway crash in the region that left another man injured. The Albany County wreck happened just before 7 a.m. Wednesday, May 1, in Bethlehem, on State Route 85 near the Albany city limits. Bethlehem Police said a 28-year-old Saratoga County man from Clifton Park was driving westbound on Route 85 when he crossed over the center line and struck an eastbound vehicle. The driver of the eastbound car, 53-year-old Shawna Marzahl, of Selkirk, suffered serious injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police. Due to the im…
'Every Parent's Worst Fear': Hit-Run Leaves UAlbany Freshman With Brain Swelling, Broken Bones 'Every Parent's Worst Fear': Hit-Run Leaves UAlbany Freshman With Brain Swelling, Broken Bones
'Every Parent's Worst Fear': Hit-Run Leaves UAlbany Freshman With Brain Swelling, Broken Bones A University at Albany student remains hospitalized with serious injuries after she was struck by a hit-and-run driver on a dirt bike. Long Island resident Alexa Kropf, age 18, of Floral Park, was hit at around midnight Saturday, April 27, while walking along Hudson Avenue, just blocks from the UAlbany campus. When officers arrived, they found the freshman lying in the roadway with a serious head injury and a broken leg, according to Albany Police. Witnesses told investigators that Kropf was struck by a man who was driving an illegal dirt bike at a high rate of speed while weaving and ou…
Violent Night: 2 Injured In Separate Capital Region Shootings Hours Apart Violent Night: 2 Injured In Separate Capital Region Shootings Hours Apart
Violent Night: 2 Injured In Separate Capital Region Shootings Hours Apart Two people were injured in separate shootings in the region that occurred hours apart. Both incidents happened in Albany, with the first shooting reported shortly after 7 p.m. Thursday, April 25, in the city’s West Hill neighborhood, near Clinton Avenue and Quail Street. Albany Police said a 21-year-old man walked into the emergency department at Albany Medical Center Hospital suffering from gunshot wounds to his upper thigh and hand. He was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. The victim told police that he had been outside with a group of people when he was shot. No other informat…
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…
New Details: Suspect Killed Himself After Shooting Capital Region Officer, Chief Says New Details: Suspect Killed Himself After Shooting Capital Region Officer, Chief Says
New Details: Suspect Killed Himself After Shooting Capital Region Officer, Chief Says New details have emerged following a police shooting in the region that left the suspect dead and the officer hospitalized. The incident happened at around 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 17, in Albany’s Pine Hills neighborhood, just yards from the College of Saint Rose campus. Albany Police said an officer was “ambushed” near the intersection of North Main and Western avenues after catching up to a vehicle that had fled a traffic stop for speeding. Earlier Report: Albany Cop Hurt, Suspect Killed Near College Of Saint Rose As the officer approached the parked car, now unoccupied, the s…
Cop Wounded, Suspect Killed During 'Ambush' Shootout Near College In Capital Region Cop Wounded, Suspect Killed During 'Ambush' Shootout Near College In Capital Region
Cop Wounded, Suspect Killed During 'Ambush' Shootout Near College In Capital Region A police officer is recovering following a chase and shootout in the region that left the suspect dead. The incident happened at around 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 17, in Albany’s Pine Hills neighborhood, just yards from the College of Saint Rose campus. Albany Police Chief Eric Hawkins said an officer was “ambushed” near the intersection of North Main and Western avenues after catching up to a vehicle that had fled a traffic stop for speeding. As the officer approached the parked car, now unoccupied, the suspect appeared from behind it and shot the officer. He fired back, hitting the susp…
Shooting Victim Takes Self To Hospital After Early-Morning Robbery In Capital Region Shooting Victim Takes Self To Hospital After Early-Morning Robbery In Capital Region
Shooting Victim Takes Self To Hospital After Early-Morning Robbery In Capital Region Police in the region are asking for help following an early-morning shooting that sent a man to the hospital. The Albany County incident happened shortly before 4 a.m. Saturday, April 13, in Albany’s West Hill neighborhood. Police said a 41-year-old man walked into the emergency room at Albany Medical Center Hospital with a gunshot wound to the knee. The wound was not considered life-threatening. The victim told investigators that he was shot during a robbery on First Street between Henry Johnson Boulevard and Lexington Avenue. No suspects had been arrested as of Monday afternoon, April 1…