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Fatal Crash: 19-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Hudson Valley Fatal Crash: 19-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Hudson Valley
Fatal Crash: 19-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Hudson Valley A teenager was killed in a single-vehicle crash in the region. It happened around 4:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 in Dutchess County in the town of Wappinger. New York State Police said an initial investigation determined Tyler N. Virgo, age 19, of Poughkeepsie, was operating a 2007 Honda CBR600RR eastbound at a high rate of speed passing multiple vehicles illegally and lost control of the motorcycle for unknown reasons.  The motorcycle collided with the guardrail on the north shoulder of Old Hopewell Road just east of Cedar Hill Road and Virgo was ejected from the vehicle, said police. Em…
23-Year-Old Passenger Killed In Hudson Valley Crash 23-Year-Old Passenger Killed In Hudson Valley Crash
23-Year-Old Passenger Killed In Hudson Valley Crash A Hudson Valley man who was a passenger in an Infiniti sedan was killed in a single-vehicle crash. The collision occurred in Dutchess County, in the town of Wappinger, at about 6:20 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 2, on All Angels Hill Road near Dugan Lane.  According to Capt. John Watterson of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office, a preliminary investigation revealed that a 2007 Infiniti sedan with five occupants was traveling southbound on All Angels Hill Road when the driver lost control of the vehicle. Watterson said the car left the roadway and struck a utility pole. Killed in…
Hudson Valley Juvenile Nabbed For Making 'Non-Specific' School Threat, Police Say Hudson Valley Juvenile Nabbed For Making 'Non-Specific' School Threat, Police Say
Hudson Valley Juvenile Nabbed For Making 'Non-Specific' School Threat, Police Say A juvenile was charged with allegedly making a threat of mass harm after the FBI alerted the New York State Police of a school threat made in the region on TikTok. The incident occurred in Dutchess County on Tuesday, Oct. 1, in Wappinger. Trooper AJ Hicks said an investigation determined the "non-specific threat originated from the town of Wappinger.  Investigators located and arrested the minor soon after, Hicks said. He was released on an appearance ticket returnable to the Dutchess County Family Court. This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 
Hudson Valley Bartender Busted Increasing Tips On Credit Cards, Police Say Hudson Valley Bartender Busted Increasing Tips On Credit Cards, Police Say
Hudson Valley Bartender Busted Increasing Tips On Credit Cards, Police Say A bartender in the region was busted for allegedly increasing tip amounts on credit cards to increase her pay. Dutchess County resident Melissa Dinsmore, 33, of Wappinger, was charged by the New York State Police on Friday, Sept. 20. According to Trooper AJ Hicks, the owner of the Publick House Restaurant and Bar in Pleasant Valley alerted police to the possible crime after being notified of the fraud by a customer. An investigation determined that Dinsmore, while working as both a server and bartender, fraudulently increased tip amounts entered by her customers who utilized credit cards t…
School Superintendent In Hudson Valley Accepts Post In Nearby District School Superintendent In Hudson Valley Accepts Post In Nearby District
School Superintendent In Hudson Valley Accepts Post In Nearby District After six years, a Hudson Valley superintendent has announced his upcoming move to a nearby district to remain closer to his family. Superintendent Phil Benante of Putnam County's Haldane Central School District announced on Tuesday, April 30 that he was appointed head of the Arlington Central School District in Dutchess County, according to a letter written to the district community.  In his letter, Benante wrote that he chose to move to the Arlington district because it would allow him to work closer to his family.  The Arlington district includes parts of Beekman, La Gran…
'Melanie's Law' Aims To Close 'Dangerous' Loophole That Led To Hudson Valley Mom's Killing 'Melanie's Law' Aims To Close 'Dangerous' Loophole That Led To Hudson Valley Mom's Killing
'Melanie's Law' Aims To Close 'Dangerous' Loophole That Led To Hudson Valley Mom's Killing One year after a young mother from New York was stabbed to death by her own mother’s ex-boyfriend, a state lawmaker is pushing to close what he calls the “dangerous” loophole that led to her killing. Dutchess County resident Melanie Chianese, age 29, of the town of Wappinger, was found suffering from multiple stab wounds on May 29, 2022. Deputies from the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office found her while responding to a home on Scott Drive in Wappinger for a report of a woman being injured. Earlier Report: Man Sentenced For Murdering Ex-Girlfriend's Daughter In Poughkeepsie She was rushed…
Man Sentenced For Murdering Ex-Girlfriend's Daughter In Hudson Valley Man Sentenced For Murdering Ex-Girlfriend's Daughter In Hudson Valley
Man Sentenced For Murdering Ex-Girlfriend's Daughter In Hudson Valley A Hudson Valley man has been sentenced for stabbing his ex-girlfriend's daughter to death. Dutchess County resident Paul Senecal, age 39, of the city of Poughkeepsie, was sentenced on Monday, April 10, to life in prison without the possibility of parole, said Dutchess County Chief Assistant District Attorney, Matthew Weishaupt. Senecal was convicted by a jury in February of murder in the first degree, and two counts of murder in the second degree, along with other charges in the stabbing death of Melanie Chianese, age 29, in her town of Wappinger home, Weishaupt said.  “The …
Know Him? Man Wanted For Stealing Vehicle In Hudson Valley Know Him? Man Wanted For Stealing Vehicle In Hudson Valley
Know Him? Man Wanted For Stealing Vehicle In Hudson Valley Know him? The New York State Police are attempting to identify a man who allegedly stole a vehicle in the Hudson Valley. The incident took place in Dutchess County on Tuesday, Jan. 10, when the vehicle was stolen from the driveway of a residence on Route 9D in the town of Wappinger, said Trooper AJ Hicks. The vehicle was later found in Orange County in the city of Newburgh, state police said. Anyone with information regarding the possible identity of the man is asked to contact the New York State Police in Wappinger at 845-677-7300.  Refer to case No. 11234309.
23-Year-Old Hudson Valley Man Faces Child Porn Charge 23-Year-Old Hudson Valley Man Faces Child Porn Charge
23-Year-Old Hudson Valley Man Faces Child Porn Charge A Hudson Valley man has been charged with possession of child pornography after state police received a tip. Dutchess County resident Michael C. Peratikos, age 23, of Wappinger, was arrested on Tuesday, Oct. 18, said Trooper AJ Hicks, of the New York State Police. After receiving a law enforcement tip, investigators determined Peratikos possessed child pornography, Hicks said. He was charged with possession of a sexual performance by a child and released on an appearance ticket. Peratikos is scheduled to appear in court on Thursday, Nov. 3 in Wappinger.
17-Year-Old Charged With DWI After Crash That Destroyed Historic House In Hudson Valley 17-Year-Old Charged With DWI After Crash That Destroyed Historic House In Hudson Valley
17-Year-Old Charged With DWI After Crash That Destroyed Historic House In Hudson Valley A 17-year-old Hudson Valley resident has been arrested for alleged DWI after destroying a much-loved historic house when his vehicle slammed into it, causing a massive fire. The incident took place in Dutchess County around 3 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 22 in the Hughsonville hamlet in the town of Wappinger. New York State troopers discovered the crash and the fire after hearing what sounded like a loud crash while on patrol near Route 9D, said Trooper AJ Hicks. The arriving troopers found a 2007 Honda Odyssey had crashed into a barn and a fire erupted, Hicks said.d Earlier report: Car Cra…
Car Crashes Into Historic House, Setting Off Fire In Hudson Valley Car Crashes Into Historic House, Setting Off Fire In Hudson Valley
Car Crashes Into Historic House, Setting Off Fire In Hudson Valley Update: 17-Year-Old Charged With DWI After Crash That Destroyed Historic House In Wappinger A Hudson Valley historic building was destroyed after a vehicle slammed into the structure setting off a fire that destroyed the building. The incident took place in Dutchess County around 3 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 22 in the Hughsonville hamlet of the town of Wappinger. According to Wappinger town officials, around 3 a.m., a driver crashed into the Red Barn, built in 1865, a driver crashed into the unoccupied structure causing a fire that rapidly spread through the entire building. The driver…
Woman Killed In 3-Vehicle Hudson Valley Crash Remembered As Loving Mother, Grandparent Woman Killed In 3-Vehicle Hudson Valley Crash Remembered As Loving Mother, Grandparent
Woman Killed In 3-Vehicle Hudson Valley Crash Remembered As Loving Mother, Grandparent A Hudson Valley woman who died in a three-vehicle crash last week is being remembered as a dedicated mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Dutchess County resident Katherine Woisin, of Wappinger, died at the age of 85 in a crash on Route 9D in Wappinger at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 4, authorities said.  Authorities said Woisin was driving onto Route 9D from Alpine Drive when her vehicle was struck by a southbound vehicle. Her vehicle was then struck by a northbound vehicle. Earlier report - Woman Killed In 3-Vehicle Wappinger Crash According to her obituary, Woisin w…
Knife Pulled During Fight Over Gas Pump Line In Hudson Valley, Police Say Knife Pulled During Fight Over Gas Pump Line In Hudson Valley, Police Say
Knife Pulled During Fight Over Gas Pump Line In Hudson Valley, Police Say A 23-year-old is facing multiple charges after allegedly pulling out a knife during a dispute at a gas station in the region. It happened around 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 27 in Dutchess County. That's when New York State Police troopers were dispatched to the Gulf gas station on Route 9 in Wappinger for a report of a fight in progress with a knife.  Responding troopers took control of the situation and disarmed the suspect with the knife, said state police.  An investigation determined the altercation started over a person allegedly cutting the line at the gasoline pump, police …
Police ID Two Killed, Release New Details In Apparent Hudson Valley Road Rage Incident Police ID Two Killed, Release New Details In Apparent Hudson Valley Road Rage Incident
Police ID Two Killed, Release New Details In Apparent Hudson Valley Road Rage Incident Police have identified two men killed and released new details after an apparent road rage incident on a busy roadway in the region. The incident took place in Putnam County on Interstate 84 in the town of Kent early Saturday morning, July 2. An initial investigation determined the two men, both from Dutchess County, Mark H. Hall, age 38, of Holmes, and Fabian A. Tirado, age 22, of Wappinger, stopped in the right lane of travel and exited their vehicles due to a road rage altercation, New York State Police said.  While Hall and Tirado continued to argue in the right lane, a third vehi…
Man Killed After Car Crashes Into Guide Rail, Tree In Hudson Valley, Police Say Man Killed After Car Crashes Into Guide Rail, Tree In Hudson Valley, Police Say
Man Killed After Car Crashes Into Guide Rail, Tree In Hudson Valley, Police Say Police are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash on a roadway in a residential area of the region. It happened around 7:25 p.m. Sunday, June 25 in Dutchess County on River Road North in the town of Wappinger. Troopers were dispatched by Dutchess County 91 for a rollover crash with an ejection, state police said.  Upon locating the operator, the troopers employed life-saving techniques until Empress Ambulance Emergency Medical Services arrived and transported the man to MidHudson Regional Hospital, said police. The driver was later identified as Ravyn N. Vargas, age 40, of W…
'Life Spent Helping Others': 29-Year-Old Woman Fatally Stabbed In Hudson Valley Remembered 'Life Spent Helping Others': 29-Year-Old Woman Fatally Stabbed In Hudson Valley Remembered
'Life Spent Helping Others': 29-Year-Old Woman Fatally Stabbed In Hudson Valley Remembered Family and friends of a Hudson Valley woman stabbed to death are remembering her for spending her life helping others. Dutchess County resident Melanie Anne Chianese, age 29, of the town of Wappinger, a lifelong area resident, was killed on Sunday, May 29 in Wappinger, an innocent, secondary victim of domestic violence, her obituary said. Born in Poughkeepsie, Chianese graduated from Arlington High School in 2012 and the Institute for Integrated Nutrition. She was scheduled to graduate from Dutchess Community College with her associate and CSAC. She was a certified health coach who spent he…
Man Charged In Stabbing Death Of Hudson Valley Woman, Police Say Man Charged In Stabbing Death Of Hudson Valley Woman, Police Say
Man Charged In Stabbing Death Of Hudson Valley Woman, Police Say A Hudson Valley man has been charged with the stabbing death of an area woman. The murder took place in Dutchess County in the town of Wappinger around 5:40 p.m., on Sunday, May 29. Paul J. Senecal, age 38, of Poughkeepsie, was arrested on Tuesday, May 31 in connection with the stabbing death of Melanie Chianese, age 29, of the town of Wappinger, said Capt. John Watterson, of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office. The murder was discovered when sheriff's deputies responded with state police to a home on Scott Drive in the town of Wappinger for a report of a woman being injured, Wa…
Suspect Nabbed After Woman Is Fatally Stabbed In Residential Neighborhood In Region Suspect Nabbed After Woman Is Fatally Stabbed In Residential Neighborhood In Region
Suspect Nabbed After Woman Is Fatally Stabbed In Residential Neighborhood In Region Updated story: Man Charged In Stabbing Death Of 29-Year-Old Woman In Wappinger A suspect has been apprehended after a woman was fatally stabbed at a home in a residential neighborhood in the region. Multiple agencies responded to the home in the Town of Wappinger at around 5:40 p.m. Sunday, May 29 for a report of a female who had been injured, said Captain John A. Watterson of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office. Upon arrival by Sheriff’s Office deputies and New York State Police troopers, it was discovered that the female had suffered from stab wounds, at whi…
Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder After Serious Assault In Hudson Valley Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder After Serious Assault In Hudson Valley
Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder After Serious Assault In Hudson Valley The identities of both the suspect and victim have been released following a serious assault at a storage facility in the area. The assault took place at the EZ Storage facility in Dutchess County around 8:45 a.m. Friday, Feb. 18 on Route 9D in the town of Fishkill. The suspect, now identified as Jamal A. Alsayes, age 46, of Middletown, was taken into custody without incident when troopers arrived at the scene. On Saturday, Feb. 19, state police announced Alsayes has been charged with first-degree attempted murder. The male victim was transported to Westchester Medical Center by…
Man Nabbed For Possession Of Stolen Property In Area, Police Say Man Nabbed For Possession Of Stolen Property In Area, Police Say
Man Nabbed For Possession Of Stolen Property In Area, Police Say A Hudson Valley man has been arrested for alleged possession of stolen property following a lengthy investigation by several area police agencies. Dutchess County resident Hung Hoang, age 48 of Wappinger, was arrested by the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office on Monday, Nov. 16. According to Captain John Watterson, of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office, Hoang's arrest was the result of an investigation that included the Poughkeepsie Police, East Fishkill Police, and the New York State Police regarding the theft of property from various locations throughout Dutchess County. On Monday, a sea…
Hudson Valley Woman Driving Drunk With Child In Car Crashes Into Ambulance, Police Say Hudson Valley Woman Driving Drunk With Child In Car Crashes Into Ambulance, Police Say
Hudson Valley Woman Driving Drunk With Child In Car Crashes Into Ambulance, Police Say A woman in the Hudson Valley was allegedly under the influence with a child in the car when she drove into an ambulance, New York State Police investigators announced. Troopers in Dutchess County responded to the intersection of US Highway 9 and MacFarlane Road in the town of Wappinger at approximately 10:50 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 14, where there was a report of a crash involving an ambulance. Police said that the investigation determined that Wappinger resident Constance Guy, age 38, was driving a 2012 Chevrolet Equinox when she made a left turn onto Highway 9 and struck an EMStar ambulance …
Man Killed In Crash Outside Supermarket In Area Man Killed In Crash Outside Supermarket In Area
Man Killed In Crash Outside Supermarket In Area Authorities are investigating the death of a man who was killed during a two-vehicle crash outside an area supermarket. Ryan A. Weatherwax, age 22, of Wappinger, was killed around 6 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 4,  in a two-vehicle crash in the town of Wappinger, said Captain John Watterson of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office. Deputies responded to the area of Myers Corners Rd near Route 9 for a crash with serious injuries. Upon arrival, it was discovered that the actual location was on Myers Corners at the southern entrance to the Hannaford’s Plaza, and one person appeared to be seriousl…
State Police Issue Alert For Wanted Identity Theft/Grand Larceny Suspect State Police Issue Alert For Wanted Identity Theft/Grand Larceny Suspect
State Police Issue Alert For Wanted Identity Theft/Grand Larceny Suspect Have you seen him? New York State Police investigators are seeking the public’s assistance as they attempt to locate a wanted man who allegedly stole a Dutchess County resident’s identity and robbed the victim of nearly $3,000. Investigators issued an alert recently regarding 27-year-old Jonathan Green, who is wanted by New York State Police in Wappinger and the Town of Poughkeepsie Court for using the bank information and identity of a second person to steal approximately $2,900 from his victim. Police said that Green is known to frequent the Newburgh, Beacon and Poughkeepsie areas. He ha…
Officer Found Guilty Of Killing His Ex-Wife In Area Officer Found Guilty Of Killing His Ex-Wife In Area
Officer Found Guilty Of Killing His Ex-Wife In Area A former correction officer in the area has been convicted for the stabbing death of his ex-wife. Timothy Alexander, age 35, of Poughkeepsie, was found guilty by a jury of the murder of his ex-wife, Terrie DeGelormo, in the town of Wappinger on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018, said Kristine Whelan, assistant district attorney of the Dutchess County District Attorney's Office.  Alexander, who was president of the Sheriff's Employee Association at the time and worked with Dutchess County Sheriff's office, stabbed Alexander multiple times and then fled the scene, authorities said. He was ar…
Man Dies After Jumping From Bridge In Area Man Dies After Jumping From Bridge In Area
Man Dies After Jumping From Bridge In Area A local man was killed after he jumped from an area bridge. The incident took place around 6:05 p.m., Saturday, April 24 in Dutchess County when 37-year-old Brendan J. Paredes, of Wappinger, jumped from the bridge on the Walkway Over the Hudson in the City of Poughkeepsie, said New York State Police Trooper AJ Hicks. State Police, New York State Park Police, City of Poughkeepsie Police Department, Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office, and the City of Poughkeepsie Fire Department all responded to the bridge in an attempt to rescue Paredes, Hicks said. Paredes' body was recovered around 6:30 p.m…
Woman Wanted For Cashing Fraudulent Checks Worth $4.5K At Banks In Area Woman Wanted For Cashing Fraudulent Checks Worth $4.5K At Banks In Area
Woman Wanted For Cashing Fraudulent Checks Worth $4.5K At Banks In Area New York State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a woman who crashed multiple fraudulent checks at a pair of local banks and is known to frequent different areas around the Hudson Valley. State Police investigators in Wappinger issued an alert for 29-year-old Ophelia Atkins, who is wanted on multiple charges that include grand larceny and criminal possession of a forged instrument following a fraudulent check scam she ran in the area. Atkins, is wanted by State Police and the Town of Wappinger Court following a grand larceny investigation in which Atkins is alleged to h…
Man Accused Of Strangling Victim Unconscious, Police Say Man Accused Of Strangling Victim Unconscious, Police Say
Man Accused Of Strangling Victim Unconscious, Police Say A 28-year-old man was arrested for an alleged brutal attack in which he strangled a victim unconscious and attacked that person with a blunt instrument during a domestic violence incident. New York State Police from the Wappinger barracks arrested Dutchess County resident Juan Pablo Borbon, of Wappingers Falls, on Thursday, March 25, for assault and strangulation, said Trooper AJ Hicks. An investigation revealed that, during a domestic dispute that occurred on Monday, March 15, Borbon had strangled the victim until unconscious and then assaulted the victim with a blunt instrument causing se…
State Police Issue Alert For Woman Wanted In Hudson Valley State Police Issue Alert For Woman Wanted In Hudson Valley
State Police Issue Alert For Woman Wanted In Hudson Valley State Police are searching for a woman who allegedly stole over $4,500 by cashing fraudulent checks. Ophelia Atkins, 28, is wanted in Dutchess County for third-degree grand larceny and criminal possession of a forged instrument after cashing the bogus checks in Wappinger and Poughkeepsie, according to New York State Police.  She is known to frequent the Newburgh area, stands at 5-foot-6, weighs approximately 135 pounds and has black hair and brown eyes.  Those with information pertaining to Atkin's whereabouts are asked to contact New York State Police in Troop K at (845)-677-730…
COVID-19: Popular Market In Area Limiting Capacity Amid Spike In Cases COVID-19: Popular Market In Area Limiting Capacity Amid Spike In Cases
Covid-19: Popular Market In Area Limiting Capacity Amid Spike In Cases With a spike in COVID-19 cases across the region, a popular market is limiting its capacity. Adams Fairacre Farms announced it will be limiting the number of customers in all of its stores beginning on Saturday, Nov. 21. According to the post, the stores will use the international building code guidelines to keep store occupancy at 50 percent. This capacity will be in effect until Wednesday, Nov. 25. All of the chain's stores will close for Thanksgiving. "We recommend shopping one per family, if possible," the store said.  The store also recommends shopping after 6 p.m., and to remi…
Northern Westchester Man Nabbed For Illegal Gun Possession After Traffic Stop Northern Westchester Man Nabbed For Illegal Gun Possession After Traffic Stop
Northern Westchester Man Nabbed For Illegal Gun Possession After Traffic Stop A traffic stop led to the arrest of a 21-year-old Northern Westchester man who was unlawfully in possession of a handgun in Dutchess County, State police said. New York State Police troopers in Wappinger conducted a traffic stop on a 2014 Honda Civic at approximately 12:20 a.m. on Route 9 when they say driver committed a traffic violation. According to police, during the subsequent stop, troopers found that Ossining resident Mauricio Agudelo was in unlawful possession of a Rohm Model RG31 revolver, police said. Agudelo was arrested and charged with second-degree criminal possession of a we…
Man Wanted For Cashing $4.75K In Fraudulent Checks, State Police Say Man Wanted For Cashing $4.75K In Fraudulent Checks, State Police Say
Man Wanted For Cashing $4.75K In Fraudulent Checks, State Police Say A Hudson Valley man is wanted by New York State Police after allegedly spending thousands of dollars using fraudulent checks. An alert was issued by New York State Police investigators in Wappinger for Torrance Smith, 46, who is wanted by State Police and the Town of Poughkeepsie Court following a fraud complaint nearly a decade ago in November 2013. Smith is accused of cashing multiple fraudulent checks totaling approximately $4,750. He was arrested, charged with grand larceny and forgery and later failed to appear at court proceedings. The warrant for Smith’s arrest was issued in Poughkee…