White Plains Woman Arrested for Stealing Pre-Paid Credit Cards, Shoplifter Agrees to do Community Service
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Arrested: On May 14, police arrested a White Plains woman on charges of fourth-degree credit card larceny. She is accused of stealing two pre-paid credit cards, in excess of $400, from a Popham Road resident. Following her arrest, she was released on her own recognizance and ordered to return to Village Justice Court on May 22.
Identity theft and scams
On May 13, an 88-year-old Popham Road resident reported being scammed out of $69,000, which she wired to an unknown person.
On May 13, a Berkeley Road woman advised that someone fraudulently used her credit card. She did not want to create a formal report.
On May 16, a Madison Road man reported that someone fraudulently opened a small business administration loan in his name.
On May 17, a Kingston Road woman reported someone opened a fraudulent credit card in her name.
Stolen
On May 15, a Yonkers woman reported that someone stole her wallet out of her unattended vehicle parked on Meadow Road the previous day.
A Crossway resident reported packages were stolen from outside his house on May 14 and 17.
On May 19, a Spencer Place storeowner reported a customer had engaged in shoplifting. According to the owner, a female entered the store and proceeded to the clothing section. She entered the dressing room and tried on multiple items of clothing. Afterward, she left the store without purchasing anything. The store clerk, upon inspecting the dressing room, noticed that two items were missing. One of the store workers recognized the individual and provided her pedigree to police. The storeowner contacted the parents of the shoplifter and informed them about the incident. After the phone call, the parents made contact with their daughter, who returned to the store voluntarily to return the stolen clothes. The storeowner and the shoplifter reached an agreement to resolve the incident in a manner that did not involve pressing charges. Both parties agreed that the shoplifter would carry out community service activities in the village. The shoplifter displayed remorse for her actions and expressed sincere apologies. She assured the storeowner that she would never engage in shoplifting again.
Attempted burglary
A Walworth Avenue woman reported her house’s side window was found to be smashed, suggesting an attempted burglary, May 14.
Dead
On May 14, a 95-year-old Saxon Wood Road woman died at home. Her death was reported to police by an aide.
Suspicious
On May 13, a Meadow Road woman reported that an unknown male was on her property. She supplied patrol with video from her security system. Patrol observed a white, middle aged man, wearing a blue long sleeve shirt, park his white SUV in front of her house, walk up to the front door, ring the door bell and move a garden decoration. The unknown man then proceeded to leave the house and drive away. Later that day, a caller from Old Lyme Road reported that a man matching the same description was outside her house, knocking on her door and yelling incoherently. She believed he was yelling about a political sign posted in her yard. The man then left the location in his car. Police eventually tracked down the man and spoke with him through an interpreter because the man was deaf. Patrol advised him to not to return to the area and knock on doors. He agreed.
A man lying on the sidewalk at Palmer Avenue and Heathcote Road reported he was waiting for the buses to start running. It was 3:30 a.m., May 19.
Concern
On May 17, a Canterbury Road woman reported her neighbor's house looked different, and she was concerned. She said she could not tell if the front door was open, but she could see a bright light shining out the front door that she had never seen before. Upon arrival, police observed the doors and windows of the house to be secure. Lights were on inside the house and could be seen through shades, which were partially drawn. No sign of suspicious activity was observed.
Help
Police stood by while Con Edison shut the gas service at a Chase Road restaurant May 15.
Civil matter
On May 17, a Sheldrake Road man reported his neighbor’s landscaper removed a fence from his property without permission. Police advised it was a civil matter.
Cars and roadways
Police assisted a driver unlock her steering wheel so she could start and move her car from East Parkway May 13.
On May 13, police advised firefighters and the water department of a leaking fire hydrant on Brewster Road.
A caller reported occupants of a parked Audi, on White Road, smoking a bong and talking very loudly May 14. The car was already gone when police arrived.
Police discovered a parked car with scofflaw status, due to $1,454 in unpaid parking tickets, parked on Chase Road, May 14. Police towed to car to an impound lot.
Police helped a driver move a disabled car onto Mohican Trail to wait for roadside assistance May 14.
Police helped an Uber driver on Sherbrooke Road find the correct address from which to pick up a passenger May 14.
On May 14, police notified Verizon about a low-hanging wire over Bypass.
On May 16, police conducted traffic around a disabled car awaiting a tow at Weaver Street and Stratton Road.
Police helped move fallen branches from Tompkins Road while the homeowner was waiting for a tree removal service to respond May 17.
While conducting a check of the Audrey Hochberg Pond Preserve, police observed a $100,00 2014 Porsche sedan pass by in excess of the posted speed limit. Police conducted a motor vehicle stop on Church Lane. The 17-year-old driver was unable to produce any registration documents. A computer check of the registration plate showed that the registration expired in March and was suspended on May 13. Duty tow responded, removed the vehicle from the roadway and returned it to the owner's residence. The registration plate was removed from the vehicle and vouchered for safekeeping. Multiple summonses were issued to the operator.
Police removed glass from Church Lane and Colonial Road May 18.
A car was parked facing the wrong direction on Brewster Road May 18. Police issued a ticket.
Multiple summonses were issued to the driver of a car bearing an expired inspection sticker, which was pulled over on Post Road May 19.
Four car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.
Dogs
On May 17, a Ferncliff Road woman advised that a neighbor’s dog got loose and chased her. The dog was allegedly promptly recovered by a family member, and at no point, did the dog bite any humans or animals. Police spoke with the owner about Village code regarding dogs at large and the consequences of the dog being loose and potentially biting someone. The owner was very receptive to different suggestions, including the use of a muzzle and leashes and collars designed for more secure control of a dog. The owner inquired about other solutions to keep the neighborhood and her dog safe. Additionally, she advised that she would email copies of the dog license and up to date vaccine records. The family will be out of the country for approximately the next two weeks and the dog will be watched by an individual who is familiar with the pet, the owner said. Police suggested that the dog be walked at times when there is less of chance of interacting with other pedestrians and other animals to lessen chances of a negative incident. While on scene, police did not hear the dog barking or displaying any aggressive behavior.
On May 19, police spoke with a Coralyn Road dog owner about noise complaints regarding her dog’s barking. She apologized and said the dog was on medication and going to a trainer to curb the barking.
Village code
Police removed illegally posted signs from the Village right of way on Crossway, Sage Terrace, Gorham Court, Weaver Street, McDonald Place, Birchall Drive, Rugby Lane and Cambridge, Lincoln, Franklin, Brayton, Swarthmore, Gatehouse, Secor, Ramsey, Stonehouse, Claremont, Webster, Brewster, Richbell, Meadow, Burgess, Cayuga, Autenreith, Fox Meadow, and Cushman roads May 13. Summonses were issued as appropriate.
Police removed illegally posted signs from the Village right of way on Morris Lane, Huntington Avenue, and Heathcote, Catherine, Boulder Brook, and Mamaroneck roads May 14. Summonses were issued as appropriate.
Lost and found
On May 15, a Mamaroneck Road woman reported losing her diamond wedding ring somewhere in the Village within the past two weeks.
Firefighters
Firefighters informed the water department of leaking hydrants on Elm Road and Brewster Road May 13.
Firefighters helped a locked-out Johnson Road resident get back in the house May 13.
A Catherine Road resident asked firefighters to check the attic of her house to help find her cat that had been missing for four days May 13. The cat was not there, but firefighters found evidence that the cat had been there in the past.
Firefighters assisted with a car accident on Mamaroneck Road May 13.
On May 13, firefighters were called to a Fountain Terrace house for a reported water condition. The resident reported that his steam boiler was leaking in the basement and on the first floor. Firefighters found water leaking from the air vents on the first floor radiators as well as from the vents in the basement. Firefighters assisted the resident with shutting off the water supply to the boiler and draining the system. Firefighters advised the resident to have the heating system assessed by a repair technician prior to using it again and to contact the insurance company to assist with the water remediation.
On May 14, firefighters were called to a Seneca Road house for an activated carbon monoxide alarm. Upon investigation, firefighters observed workers using a portable gas-powered generator directly in front of open garage doors. Workers were preparing the garage floor for an epoxy coating. The workers stated they do not use the household’s electrical service to prevent tripping breakers. Firefighters instructed workers to shut down the generator. A housekeeper, child caregiver, and child had vacated the home upon activation of the alarm. Although the contractors had told the occupants that the alarm was activated due to dust, fire department crews confirmed the presence of carbon monoxide. Firefighters ventilated the house, and carbon monoxide levels returned to normal limits. Firefighters advised the contractor that the generator must be at least 25 feet away from the home when in operation.
Firefighters helped lift a person who had fallen out of bed in the Village May 14.
Firefighters were dispatched to a Chase Road building for a gas odor May 15. The building super gained access to a locked restaurant. Firefighters traced and confirmed source of the gas leak. Gas was leaking from unlit pilot lights in the kitchen ranges. Firefighters shut down valves at the appliance and started ventilation. Gas had migrated to offices above. Con Edison investigated and confirmed that the pilot lights had failed due to excessive cooking grease buildup. The business owner arrived on scene and was being “uncooperative” to shutting down malfunctioning appliances, according to firefighters. Police arrived on scene as a precaution. The owner reported that his stove tech was on the way, to make repairs. Con Edison was willing to wait 30 minutes, but the stove tech did not show up. A Con Edison supervisor ordered that, due to all circumstances, the meter should be locked and tagged out. Con Edison contractors then performed the lockout/tag-out the restaurant’s meter. The stove tech showed up as the shut down was being made. Multiple building occupants had reported to firefighters that this was an ongoing problem. The County Department of Health was notified about excessive grease buildup, problems with kitchen appliances, insects and unsanitary condition in kitchen.
Firefighters helped a Mamaroneck Road resident disconnect a grill from a gas line so it could be disposed of May 15.
Firefighters assisted with a car accident on Heathcote Road May 16.
Gas-powered equipment being used outside a Walworth Avenue house allowed carbon monoxide to enter the house May 17. Firefighters ventilated the house and advised workers to move the equipment farther away.
Firefighters opened the doors of a stalled elevator in the Depot Place train station building to release one person trapped inside May 18.
Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a gas leak in a Harvest Drive house May 19.
This report covering police and fire department activity from May 13-19 has been compiled from official information.
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New Rochelle Man Seriously Injures Two Men with Baseball Bat, a DWI Arrest and a Cat Up a Tree
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Arrested: On May 12, about 3:45am, New Rochelle Police responded to the corner of Washington Avenue and Fourth Street regarding an assault with a baseball bat. Two male victims were located, a 36-year-old male and his uncle, a 66-year-old male. Both sustained serious injuries to the head, and the 66-year-old was breathing but unresponsive. They were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment, with the 66-year-old requiring surgery.
New Rochelle Detectives were able to develop leads that led to a suspect being taken into custody. This is an active investigation and anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call New Rochelle Police at 914-654-2300. The names of the victims are being withheld at this time. Arrested was: Jose Ochoa, 28, of New Rochelle. He was charged with first-and second-degree assault, two counts of criminal possession of a weapon, and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon.
Around 3:30 p.m., May 9, police were dispatched to the Weinberg Nature Center for a possibly intoxicated driver. Multiple patrol units arrived on scene and made contact with the operator of the involved motor vehicle – Matthew Lungariello, 42, of Ardmore, NY. Police concluded the operator was impaired by alcohol and had been involved in an accident, rendering his vehicle inoperable. The operator was arrested on charges of driving while intoxicated and refusal to take a breath test. He was released with an appearance ticket for May 29.
Identity theft
On May 6, a Brookby Road woman reported that someone attempted to use two of her credit cards to buy $4,000 worth of ammunition. The company called her to verify the purchases and she was able to stop them. She canceled the orders and the cards.
A Mamaroneck Road woman reported that three fraudulent attempts were made to use her credit card May 9. Each attempt was denied.
On May 11, a Ferncliff Road resident reported that someone attempted to open fraudulent accounts at two separate banks.
Dispute
On May 10, a Lyft driver stated his passenger was being uncooperative. Patrol arrived on scene and made contact with both parties who agreed to go their own separate ways.
Mail
On May 6, a Lenox Place man reported that someone removed mail from his mailbox. As per a doorbell camera, the suspect – a white male – was observed wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt, gray pants, and white sneakers. He was driving a black late model Chevrolet SUV. Upon the male’s exit of the SUV, he walked to the homeowner's mailbox, searched through the mail and took what appeared to be a flyer. After taking the flyer, the male entered the SUV and left the location. No license plate was observed.
Suspicious
On May 6, a woman advised that she, her husband, and two young children were walking on Hathaway Road on opposite curbs, each with a child. She advised that a Black Ford Bronco drove in the middle of the road past her family at a high rate of speed, and an unknown passenger yelled out "Woo" several times. The motorist did not engage in any conversation or make any threats as the vehicle immediately left the area; but she and her family felt alarmed. She stated that the motorist was an unidentified construction worker at a nearby friend's house. She said she spoke with her friend who then made a formal complaint to the construction company. The owner of the company was made aware of the complaint and apologized for the incident.
On May 6, several callers reported that a man and woman were wearing masks and running through yard. They eventually took off in a silver Volkswagen bearing s Florida license plate starting with “BQ0.”
Cars and roadways
On May 6, a car was parked on Franklin Road “for several hours” with its headlights on. Police turned them off.
A car became disabled on Popham Road May 7. Police waited on scene until assistance arrived.
Police helped a passenger exit a bus on East Parkway May 10.
Verizon was notified about a dangling transformer just over Murray Hill.
Two car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.
Village code
Police removed and discarded illegally posted signs from Cushman, Mamaroneck, and Sheldrake roads May 6.
On Jefferson Road, Mamaroneck Road, Garden Road and Madison Road signs were removed and placed in legal locations May 6.
An Innes Road sign was moved to a location to be in compliance with Village code May 9.
A Meadow Road sign was moved to a location to be in compliance with Village code May 9.
A Greenacres Avenue sign was moved to a location to be in compliance with Village code and a Stratton Road sign was removed May 10.
A Franklin Road sign was moved to a location to be in compliance with Village code May 10.
Tree removal work was halted on Woodland Place, pending a successful application for a permit May 11.
On May 12, a sign was removed from Huntington Avenue and discarded.
Animals
On May 7, a caller reported a cat in the road near Fenimore and Brewster roads. It was actually a dead rabbit that police then removed to the side of the road.
Lost and found
On May 8, a woman reported losing a multicolor rectangular wallet near Palmer Avenue and Innes Road.
On May 9, a woman reported losing her wallet on Mamaroneck Road.
On May 9, a woman reported losing a diamond earring on Oak Lane.
A wallet found on East Parkway was returned to its owner May 11.
Firefighters
A Brookline Road resident accidentally got locked out of the house May 6. Firefighters opened the door with a Knox Box key to let the resident back inside.
On May 7, firefighters assisted at a car accident on Weaver Street.
On May 7, a truck caught fire on Madison Road. It was a Ford van with a rear power washer on fire. The fire condition was heavy in the interior of van and visible from all windows. The windshield had failed and the side cargo door was open. Workers were using a gas-powered power washer mounted in the rear of van to wash the exterior of a house on Madison Road. The vehicle had no occupants, and there were no exposures threatened by fire. Firefighters extinguished the fire with water from hose lines connected to a hydrant. Once the fire was knocked down, the hood and doors were opened to disconnect the battery and conduct an overhaul. After extinguishing the fire, firefighters asked the driver about potential hazardous materials and quantities stored in van. The driver reported: liquid chlorine bleach mixed with water as well and several gallons of gasoline to run the washer.
Firefighters investigated a gas leak at a Popham Road nursery school May 8.
On May 9, a Lee Road resident reported an inside odor of gas. The resident stated that she had returned home to find the house smelled like natural gas. Firefighters found a control knob to the natural gas stove in the open position, allowing for natural gas to free flow in the structure. Firefighters closed the valve and ventilated the structure by opening windows throughout. The resident complained that occasionally she smelled natural gas when she operated her gas clothes dryer, also located in the kitchen. Firefighters checked the appliance and confirmed an odor of gas while operating the unit. Con Edison was requested and found the same. A gas shut off valve was closed to the unit, and Con Edison advised the resident to service the unit prior to using it again.
Firefighters helped retrieve keys that fell into a storm drain on Overhill Road May 9.
On May 11, firefighters were called to Claremont Road for a “feline rescue.” On arrival, firefighters found a cat in a pine tree approximately 25 feet in the air. Firefighters advised the resident to put some food at the base of the tree to entice the cat to come down.
Firefighters assisted with two EMS calls May 12.
This report covering police and fire department activity from May 6 - 12 has been compiled from official information.
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New Rochelle Police Arrest NYC Men with Gun and Drugs at Traffic Stop
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Photo Credit: New Rochelle PoliceArrested: On May 1, at about 9:55 pm, New Rochelle Detectives stopped a motorist for failing to use a turn signal while turning from Lincoln Avenue to Memorial Highway. During the stop, detectives observed what appeared to be heroin in a Ziploc bag in a center console cup holder. A Narcotics K9 unit responded to assist and confirmed that the substance was indeed narcotics. The two occupants of the car were placed under arrest. During a further search of the car, a hidden compartment was located and within the compartment, known as a “trap,” a stolen .32 caliber Keltec handgun, 85 grams of cocaine, 245 oxycodone pills and 110 ecstasy pills were found. Additionally, $4,261 in small bills was found in the occupants’ possession. Arrested were: Ronny Mota, 34, of the Bronx, and Biang Velasquez, 28, of New York City. They were charged with felonies including second-degree criminal possession of a weapon, two counts of second-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, fourth-degree criminal possession of stolen property and seventh-degree possession of a controlled substance.
Burglary attempts
A Palmer Avenue resident reported damage to a window screen and thought it was suspicious, possibly an attempted burglary on April 23.
A Hazelton Drive resident reported damage to living and dining room windows and doors, suggesting forced entry and attempted burglary on April 27. Nothing appeared out of order inside the house.
Police assisted the Town of Mamaroneck police with a burglary in progress in its jurisdiction at 7:30 p.m., April 27.
Dispute
Police were called to mediate a disagreement between two fathers in a Wayside Lane parking lot on April 24. One was teaching his son how to drive and left the scene before the patrol's arrival. The other was teaching his daughter to ride a bicycle.
Suspicious
On April 22, a Post Road woman reported a white man wearing all black and carrying a black book bag approaching her front door after looking in her backyard. He could be seen on camera looking in her windows and then in her mailbox. He left the scene and appeared to walk southbound on Post Road. Police advised Eastchester police and canvassed the area. Police observed a party matching the video walking southbound into Eastchester and made contact with the party who stated he was looking for his cousin's house and was not sure of the actual address. He looked in the mailbox to see the name. The party provided valid identification, and a database search yielded no wants or warrants. The man left the scene without incident and continued into Eastchester.
Homeless
On April 23. A caller advised of a white woman on East Parkway with a hooded sweatshirt and bags. She appeared to be homeless and possibly looking for a shelter. Police assisted her in finding transportation.
Youths
On April 23, a Rodney Road man reported two youths knocked on his door at a late hour before leaving, and he had a similar incident yesterday. Patrol advised the man to not interact with the youths as that might make them come back to continue the behavior.
Safety
A Brookby Road resident discarded a refrigerator at the curb on April 25. Police advised that its door needed to be removed for safety.
Civil matter
Police advised two Brewster Road neighbors that their argument over parking in a shared driveway was a civil matter on April 25. The issue was already under litigation in court, the neighbors said. Police advised them to park on their own properties and avoid parking on the driveway to avoid further conflict.
On April 28, a Brewster Road resident advised that her neighbor installed a camera facing her backyard. The resident showed the patrol the alleged camera, and it was determined to be a solar light. The resident and the neighbor have had ongoing disputes over property lines and cameras at the location, they said. No further police assistance was needed.
On April 28, a Drake Road resident reported an incident with his house in foreclosure. He said he is in litigation with the bank and that on April 22, two unknown men claiming to be from the bank entered his residence and changed his locks.
Cars and roadways
Police called a tow for a disabled car on Post Road on April 22.
A car sustained a flat tire on Post Road on April 22. Police stood by until assistance arrived.
Police notified Con Edison about a low-hanging wire on Tompkins Road and Morris Lane on April 24.
Police called for a tow for a disabled car on Mamaroneck Road on April 26.
Police ticketed cars parked on the sidewalk on Boulevard on April 25.
Police called for assistance for a car that ran out of gas on Heathcote Road on April 28.
Two car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.
Village code
On April 22, a Village Hall employee requested patrol make contact with an Uber driver, operating a black Tesla, who parks outside Village Hall and blasts loud music. He has previously been asked by employees to relocate. Patrol made contact with the vehicle operator and informed him that his music was too loud. The operator apologized and said he would move from the location.
Police advised an employee to move a sign on Heathcote Road to comply with the Village Code on April 22.
Police removed illegally posted signs on Post Road on April 24. They issued summonses.
On April 24, police advised Church Lane solicitors that they needed a permit to solicit in the Village.
On April 25, a Brewster Road resident reported a neighbor’s landscaper discarded lawn trimmings in front of her house. Patrol offered to speak to the neighbor about the incident, but the resident did not want police to get involved. She said she would attempt to talk to the neighbor about the situation.
On April 25, police advised a Sheldrake Road solicitor that he needed a permit to solicit in the Village – because his permit’s validity expired that day.
Police removed an illegally posted sign on Heathcote Road on April 28 and issued a summons.
Lost and found
On April 23, a man walked into headquarters and reported losing his general contractor’s license in The Village.
On April 24, a parks and recreation employee reported an unattended backpack on Wayside Lane and requested that police check the bag. Patrol observed the backpack and discovered that it was filled with debris. Nothing indicating an owner was found in the backpack, so police discarded it.
A passerby found a wallet on Scarsdale Avenue on April 25. Police vouchered it for safekeeping.
On April 25, a woman walked into headquarters and reported losing her car’s license plate in The Village.
Firefighters
On April 23, a Lawrence Road resident called to report a fire alarm activation. Firefighters found the resident burning grass and straw in the fireplace with the flue closed. There was a minor smoke condition in the house that was ventilated by opening all the windows and doors. The alarm was successfully reset, and firefighters advised the resident to refrain from burning in the fireplace.
Firefighters retrieved a cell phone from a storm drain on Bradford Road on April 26.
On April 24, contractors in a Brite Avenue house were cutting concrete in the basement with a gas-powered saw. Carbon monoxide became elevated and set off an alarm. Firefighters ventilated the house and advised contractors about safe practices.
On April 24, a wire fell on Fenimore Road. Con Edison was notified.
On April 25, Firefighters responded to an outside odor of natural gas on Windmill Circle. Firefighters found a minor natural gas odor and a leak at the curb drip valve. They stood by for Con Edison.
On April 25, a Con Ed Gas mechanic on the scene reported a leak from an outside meter on Bradford Road. Firefighters gained access through a second-floor exterior door, resulting in no damage. Con Edison personnel confirmed no readings inside the structure. Con Edison personnel reported that they would shut the service off at the meter and leave a notification with instructions for the homeowners on the front door.
On April 27, firefighters assisted at an accident involving a car and a motorcycle on Hutchinson River Parkway.
On April 27, firefighters were dispatched to a Palmer Avenue garage. Crews determined that the residents were unable to open their overhead garage door because it was jammed by a vehicle with an open trunk located inside the garage. Crews closed the vehicle trunk and opened the garage door.
Firefighters were dispatched to East Parkway and Popham Road for a motor vehicle fire on April 27. Upon arrival, crews did not observe any visible smoke or fire. Members noted only an odor of electrical burning. Vehicle occupants reported that the vehicle had shut down at a red light after just arriving in the area from a trip to Pennsylvania. The operator attempted to restart the vehicle and smoke began to emit from the engine compartment area. The occupants exited the vehicle and called emergency services. Firefighters examined the engine compartment for obvious signs of burning with negative results. Thermal images depicted a heat signature within the normal limits of components. No additional smoking or odors developed throughout the investigation. The vehicle was removed by tow.
This report covering police and fire department activity from April 22-28 has been compiled from official information.
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Police Report: Squatter Discovered in Popham Road Apartment and Kids Covered in Flour Found in Playground
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Squatter
A white man with blonde hair, approximately 25 years old with facial hair and green eyes, was squatting in a vacant Popham Road apartment according to building management April 29. He left through a window when workers renovating the apartment arrived.
Stolen
A Catherine Road homeowner reported that books containing business contact phone numbers were stolen from his house sometime between May 1 and 2. The books had no monetary value, he said.
Homeless
Police offered assistance to a homeless man on Depot Place May 1. He refused. Police advised him about trespassing laws.
Identity theft and scams
On May 1, a Walworth Avenue man reported that a business loan for “Covid disaster” was taken out in his name by an unknown person.
On May 3, a Hutchinson Avenue man reported that he was contacted by an individual claiming to be with the US Customs and Border Patrol. This individual stated that an unknown party was opening bank accounts and buying properties in Texas using his personal identifying information. The man was then transferred to an individual who claimed to be with the US Treasury Department. He was then instructed to deposit money into a Bitcoin ATM. The listed party did not comply with this request and was not defrauded of any monetary assets.
Disorderly conduct
A caller reported a man yelling at Chase Road post office workers and ripping up boxes April 29. Patrol spoke to two postal employees at the front counter. At first they were unaware of the complaint, but then they remembered a customer that was upset about boxes that were mislabeled. They stated that the customer left without incident, and they wished no further police action.
Police assisted library employees inform a customer that he was no longer welcome in the library April 29. Police gave the customer a trespassing warning.
Help
Police checked the welfare of a Penn Boulevard couple at the request of a concerned neighbor April 29. The couple was OK.
Suspicious
A man was reportedly sitting on a Morris Lane lawn and walking around the homeowner’s property May 2. The man left the scene before police arrived.
Cars and roadways
Police ticketed a car for parking in a handicap designated spot without permission May 1.
On May 2, a caller reported an aggressive driver at Heathcote School.
On May 5, police contacted Verizon about a branch on communication wires over Brite Avenue and Chesterfield Road.
Police ticketed a car parked in the wrong direction several feet from the curb on Graham Road May 5.
Civil matters
On April 30, a Windmill Circle resident reported his car was struck by a rock kicked up by landscaping equipment. The rock shattered one of his car’s windows. Police contacted the landscaper to advise of the damage.
Police were called to intervene in a dispute over labor and payment between a Saxon Woods Road resident and a gardener May 1.
On May 3, police were called about an ongoing issue involving neighbors who share a driveway on Brewster Road. They have had multiple disputes about where their vehicles can be parked. On May 3, one neighbor reported that the other neighbor placed signs stating to "Stop Stealing Your Neighbor's Property" on his vehicle and front door. The signs were removed prior to reporting and did not cause any damage upon their removal. This other neighbor also reportedly placed cones on her property that fell over onto his property, again not causing any damage. He further stated that the other neighbor also removed lights that he had placed near the property line and put the lights on his property. Police advised the reporting neighbor party to not further perpetuate the back-and-forth antagonistic activities over the property line and easement. The reporting neighbor was informed that this matter is civil in nature and should be reported with the court. Additionally, patrol recommended getting a fence, where possible, to mitigate any future dispute over the property line.
Animals
A dead cat was reported on Fox Meadow Road April 30. Police informed the highway department.
Police issued a summons to a Coralyn Road dog owner because the dog was outside and barking inn excess of 15 minutes, which patrol verified by an in-person visit to the location May 1.
A lost dog was reported to be roaming on Mamaroneck Road May 1. It ran off before police arrived.
A caller reported being bitten by a dog while walking on Heathcote Road May 5. The dog’s owners offered their information at the time, but she refused it. The caller received medical attention and called police to see if the dog’s owners had contacted police to provide their information. The call log was checked, and no such call occurred. The caller refused the offer of an officer to respond to her residence and stated she believes she will run into the dog’s owners again to get their information.
Village code
On April 29, police removed illegally posted signs from Mamaroneck Road and Fenimore Road and discarded them. Summonses were issued.
A Rock Creek Lane homeowner was using a “shop vac” to vacuum a pool liner April 29. A neighbor complained of noise. The homeowner unplugged the vac after police informed him of the noise complaint.
On April 30, police removed illegally posted signs from Heathcote Road and Paddington Road – and discarded them.
Police issued Aspen Road workers for starting noisy work before 8 a.m., April 30.
On May 1, a real estate sign on Heathcote Road was moved to be in compliance with Village code.
Police entered a recently sold and unoccupied Nelson Road house to silence an alarm May 2. A summons was issued.
In May 4, signs on Franklin Road, Reimer Road and Murray Hill Road were moved to be in compliance with Village code.
A caller complained of loud youths on Brewster Road after midnight May 5. Patrol responded to the listed location and observed a group of youths in a playground. The youths were covered in flour for some sort of class prank. Patrol instructed the youths to clean up after themselves. Patrol stayed and observed the parties clean up and leave without incident.
Lost and found
On May 2, a Mamaroneck Road resident reported losing a disability permit hangtag.
A Winslow Place man reported his daughter mailed him old license plates from California, and he never received the package, causing him to report the plates as lost on May 5.
A man reported losing a jeweler’s roll of jewelry on the northbound platform of the Scarsdale train station May 5.
Firefighters
On April 29, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of arcing wires on Murray Hill Road.
Wires were burning on Burgess Road April 29. Con Edison was requested. The burning lines dripped hot embers onto a brush area, causing a brush fire.
Firefighters used a hose to put out the ground fire. The fire caused minor damage to one wooden fence panel at a Burgess Road house.
On April 30, firefighters received a call for assistance at an Ardmore Road house to evaluate an alarm that has been beeping in the vicinity for "over a year." Upon investigation, crews observed a faint beeping sound originating from a Lebanon Road house. Crews discussed the sound with the resident of the house who assisted members in identifying the audio as an error alarm originating from an out of service Jacuzzi pump. The resident disconnected power, and the alarm terminated.
Firefighters assisted with a car accident on Weaver Street April 30.
A Fenimore Road resident reported a cat in a tree May 1. Firefighters advised the resident to put food at the base of the tree to lure the cat out of the tree.
Firefighters cleaned spilled fluids from East Parkway following an accident May 1.
Firefighters assisted with a car accident on East Parkway May 1.
Firefighters assisted with a car accident on Crane Road May 2.
Firefighters assisted with a car accident on the Hutchinson River Parkway May 2.
Firefighters helped remove a person stuck in an elevator on Weaver Street May 3.
Firefighters assisted with a car accident on Haverford Avenue May 3.
Firefighters assisted with a car accident on the Hutchinson River Parkway May 4.
Firefighters assisted with a car accident on Hutchinson Avenue May 5.
This report covering police and fire department activity from April 29 – May 5 has been compiled from official information.
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Police Report: White Plains Man Arrested for Trying to Cash Stolen Check; Homeless Man Occupies Village and Fatality on the BRP
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Arrested: On April 16, a Popham Road bank manager reported a man wearing jeans and a gray hoodie was attempting to cash a stolen check. This party was described as a non-client of the establishment, and the check was confirmed stolen from a client. Greenburgh police were also advised via hotline. Police arrived at the bank and the suspect left the building. A foot pursuit ensued. With the help of Greenburgh police and its K9 unit, the suspect was apprehended and arrested. He was identified as John Anthony Smalls, 35, of White Plains. Arrest charges include petit larceny, third-degree forgery and fifth-degree criminal possession of stolen property. He was released on his own recognizance and ordered to appear again in court on May 1.
Homeless
On April 17, a caller reported a homeless man had slept on the patio area of the business overnight before taking a chair with him. The man was located approximately 100 feet away. The chair was returned to owner without incident. Services were offered to and refused by homeless man.
On April 17, an Ogden Road building’s security staff reported a white man wearing a green coat and gray pants was running with two garbage bags and trying to get into their building. Investigation revealed he was homeless and asking for water. He was refused entry and left willingly. Later the homeless man was reported on Fox Meadow Road. Police provided him with a courtesy ride because he was determined to be “lost.”
On April 18, a homeless man was reported to have been sleeping in the post office lobby on Chase Road for several days. Patrol met with the homeless man, who communicated with patrol via cell phone text as he advised he has a speech problem. He advised that he was not in need of medical attention at this time. He vacated the area prior to patrol's departure.
On April 18, police advised a homeless man that he was not permitted to stay inside the vestibule of a bank on East Parkway. The man complied with instructions and left.
On April 19, a Scarsdale Avenue woman advised a homeless man was setting up camp on her property. Patrol conducted an exterior check of the premises yielding negative results for the man. Patrol located a piece of cardboard placed in a tree in the rear of the location, possibly used for shelter. The man was observed on camera leaving the location prior to the arrival of patrol. Patrol was later flagged down by a woman who said she was the homeless man's sister. She said her brother suffers from mental illnesses, and she was in the area canvassing for him to provide help. Patrol obtained her contact information.
Identity theft and scams
On April 19, a Taunton Road resident advised that he received three letters in the mail from Hudson Valley Credit Union about an account that was opened on April 9, 2024. He made contact with the credit union cancel the account.
On April 21, a Drake Road man reported that he has been receiving scam phone calls. Dispatch advised him to block the caller and to not engage.
Harassment
On April 16, a Sprague Road woman reported she ended an online relationship with another party on April 1 and that he continues to contact her using various social media platforms. Patrol made contact with the party who agreed to stop contact.
On April 17, a caller advised that a female approached him on East Parkway stating that a man on a bicycle was following her and she was scared. She stated that she was frequently approached by a man who engages her in unwanted conversation in the vicinity of the Scarsdale Train Station. She described the male as tall, white, and always on a bicycle wearing a helmet. She said she was just trying to catch a train and requested an escort by patrol to the platform.
Disorderly conduct
On April 19, a Crane Road school employee advised that on Thursday, April 18, a male party in a silver SUV exited his vehicle and urinated on the playground. Patrol reviewed the surveillance cameras at the location and confirmed that a silver Ford escape with a Connecticut license plate pulled into the lot. The operator could be seen getting out and walking out of the camera’s frame. He returned a short while later and drove off. The man was described as a male between 40 and 50 years old wearing a navy blue half zip sweater, blue jeans, and black sneakers. The director of the school requested extra ridebys.
Disturbed
On April 15, a Lenox Place woman reported a Shen Yuen advertisement was placed on her doorknob without permission. Police advised her this was not in the public right of way, and no trespassing crime was observed as the party was not observed on her property. She was further frustrated that this advertisement was not sent via USPS with paid postage. The advertisement was removed from her property and disposed of accordingly.
On April 16, a Tory Lane resident reported being woken up and startled by a possible package delivery that she was not expecting. The resident reported seeing a white rectangular object on her property that she could not identify. Patrol arrived and met with the resident. She further advised that she heard a noise near her garage and observed a white box but could not decipher what it was. Patrol observed it to be an advertisement yard sign for house painting. The sign was near recyclables and garbage bins to be picked up by sanitation. Patrol did not observe any packages or signs of criminal activity and all else seemed to be in order. The calling party advised that she would contact sanitation for pickup.
Safety
On April 20, patrol observed a vehicle parked legally at the dead end of Torrence Place. It was occupied by a woman. She said she was hanging out there because she felt safer in this area than her NYC address. Patrol advised the woman of available services which she refused. Later that date, the same woman was found sleeping in her car parked on Cohwaney Road, She said she would be staying in the area for a while because she felt safe there.
Kids
A Rodney Road man reported his front door bell rang three times April 21. Patrol advised the homeowner of local kids who have been known to play "ding dong ditch" in the area.
Cars and roadways
On April 15, police issued a summons to the owner of a car illegally parked in a handicap spot on Post Road.
A coordinator at the Girl Scout House said there were not enough parking spots in the lot for program attendees because high school students were using the lot without permission April 15. Police advised her to contact school administration.
A parked car with scofflaw status for unpaid parking tickets was observed on East Parkway April 16. Police booted the car because it could not be towed and issued an additional summons.
On April 16, a motorcycle was observed traveling on Post Road without a rear license plate. Police conducted a traffic stop and issued appropriate summons.
Open work pits were observed on Fox Meadow Road April 17. Police stood by until flaggers were positioned on scene.
A stop sign fell at Old Lyme Road and Normandy Place April 18. Police advised highway workers for repair.
A car reportedly hit a public bus at Post and Heathcote roads and left the scene of the accident April 18.
On April 19, a passerby reported a child was operating a small red electric sports car in the Edgewood School parking lot. Patrol arrived at the school and observed the child and the red toy car. At no point was the child observed to be unsupervised or unaccompanied by an adult. Patrol made contact with the child's parent to notify of the complaint.
Police dispersed a small group of River Road onlookers, observing media coverage of a car accident on the Bronx River Parkway April 20.
Four car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.
Village code
Police advised a Brewster Road solicitor that he needed a permit to solicit in the Village April 17.
On April 21, police removed and disposed of illegally posted signs on Weaver Street.
Loose Dogs
Police issued a summons to the owner of a loose Golden Retriever dog in a Mamaroneck Road yard April 19.
Police issued a summons to the owner of a loose dog on Murray Hill Road April 19.
Police issued a summons to the owner of a loose dog on Mohican Trail April 20.
On April 20, a Mamaroneck Road woman advised of finding a loose dog yesterday that jumped onto a member of her family. She was curious as to the dog’s vaccines. Patrol made contact with the dog owner, and the owner advised that all vaccines were up to date. The woman did not want to document the incident any further and advised all was in good order.
Lost and found
A Hampton Road man reported losing his driver’s license on April 21.
On April 21, a Webster Road man advised that he found an Apple air tag on the street. Patrol found the property to be damaged, and it was disposed of properly.
Firefighters
On April 15, firefighters helped lift a patient on Barry Road to assist EMS workers.
On April 16, firefighters responded to a report of a child locked in a public bathroom stall on Hyatt Field. Firefighters forced the door using the hydra ram tool. Damage was caused to the rim lock and door. Entry was gained, and the child was unharmed. The recreation department notified of the damage.
On April 17, firefighters were called to Madison Road for a lockout from an interior bedroom. Crews confirmed room was vacant and gained entry without damage with a shove-style tool.
On April 17, firefighters found that a hot water boiler had over pressurized in a Bradford Road house. The relief valve opened and spilled water on the floor. The boiler shut down, and the resident was advised to contact a plumber for service.
On April 18, a Hampton Road fireplace fire was not drafting up the chimney. Crews removed burning logs and extinguished them outside on the street. The house was ventilated.
Firefighters helped a Tompkins Road resident turn on their hot water heater to make sure it was functioning properly April 18.
On April 19, office staff operating in the police evidence room encountered an odor and visible smoke emanating from the cold evidence storage unit after the refrigerator was plugged in. The unit was immediately unplugged. Firefighters found that when the refrigerator was plugged in, the wiring from the power supply cable started to burn and caused a flame, resulting in the burning of the wires' insulation. Notification was made to call the vendor for service to the unit.
On April 19, firefighters forced open the doors of a stuck elevator in Village Hall to help release a person trapped inside.
Firefighters assisted at a car accident involving one vehicle and one motorcycle on The Bronx River Parkway April 20. One fatality occurred due to cardiac arrest. The roadway was closed, and firefighters assisted in helping traffic back up and turn around to be re-routed.
New Rochelle Police
On April 24th, 2023, at about 3:40 pm, New Rochelle Detectives culminated a sex offense investigation with the arrest of one Fernando Rincon, 51 years of age, of New Rochelle. Rincon is accused of video chatting with a 12-year-old youth known to him and asking the youth to expose his genitalia to him on multiple occasions. Upon his arrest, Rincon was also found to be in possession of illegal drugs.
On Thursday April 18th, 2024, at about 4:00 pm, New Rochelle Detectives concluded an investigation with the arrest of one Hussain A. Haider, a 23 year-old male, of New Rochelle. On March 8th, 2024, Haider is alleged to have approached a woman wearing a Niqab (a long garment worn by some Muslim women that covers the entire body and face, excluding their eyes) and took a photograph under the Niqab and further exposed himself to her before fleeing the area. The victim’s young child was also present during the incident. Detectives were able to develop leads and with the help of the Westchester County Police Real Time Crime Center and New York State Probation, were able to arrest Haider without incident at New Rochelle Police Headquarters.
On April 15th, 2024, at about 7:59 pm, New Rochelle Police Officers responded to 361 Main Street on a report of an assault. Officers located a 19-year-old male victim on the ground with multiple contusions to his face. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment where the injuries were deemed as non-life threatening. Witness accounts indicate that the victim became involved in an altercation with another male party and approximately fifteen others joined in against the victim causing multiple injuries.
This report covering police and fire department activity from April 15-21 has been compiled from official information.
This police report is sponsored by Scarsdale Security who does more than just security. Contact them about remote video for your home or business. Call 914-722-2200 or visit their website.
