New Rochelle Police Report Carjacking Incident and an Arrest for Animal Cruelty

On December 21 the New Rochelle Police Department received a report of a carjacking that occurred on Bridge Street. The incident involved a 21-year-old female resident of New Rochelle who was forcibly removed from her vehicle by unknown assailants.

At approximately 2:24pm on December 21st, the victim was waiting in her parked car for a friend when she was approached by at least two suspects. The perpetrators forcibly ejected the woman from her vehicle before stealing it and fleeing the scene. The victim reported that there may have been up to two additional suspects involved in the incident.

The victim was able to provide a limited description of one suspect, noting that he was wearing a bright-colored jacket. New Rochelle Police detectives are working diligently to gather more detailed descriptions and any available surveillance footage from the area.

Investigators believe this carjacking may be linked to an earlier incident on the same day, where a stolen vehicle was involved in a collision with two other cars before its occupants fled on foot. The connection between these events is currently under investigation.

The New Rochelle Police Department urges residents to remain vigilant and take precautions to ensure their safety, especially when alone in vehicles. We recommend keeping doors locked, being aware of your surroundings, and reporting any suspicious activity immediately.
Anyone with information related to this incident or the suspects involved is strongly encouraged to contact the New Rochelle Police Department at 914-654-2300. Anonymous tips can be submitted through our confidential tip line at 914-632-COPS.

Animal Cruelty

The New Rochelle Police Department, in collaboration with local ASPCA officers, has successfully concluded an investigation into a shocking case of animal cruelty, resulting in the arrest of a suspect.

On December 6th, 2024, a 41-year-old male New Rochelle resident reported to the police that his dog had been taken and killed by an acquaintance who was temporarily staying at his apartment. The complainant alleged that the suspect, identified as Benjamin Tyler, 39 years of age of New Milford, CT, had not only taken the dog but also dismembered it and disposed of the remains in various garbage locations around New Rochelle.

New Rochelle Police Detectives, working closely with ASPCA officers, immediately launched a thorough investigation into this disturbing incident. Their diligent efforts led to the acquisition of an arrest warrant for the suspect.

On December 23, 2024, Tyler turned himself in to the New Rochelle Police Department. He is currently in custody and facing charges related to animal cruelty.

The New Rochelle Police Department would like to remind the public that animal cruelty is a serious crime and will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. We encourage citizens to report any suspected cases of animal abuse or neglect to local law enforcement or animal welfare organizations.

Arrested: Benjamin Tyler, 39 years of age, of New Milford, CT
Charges: New York State Agricultural and Markets Law Section: 353-A Aggravated Cruelty to Animals – Felony