Tires Slashed, Woman Locked in Bathroom and an Injured Woodpecker from the Scarsdale Police
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Criminal mischief: A Dunham Road woman reported that tires were slashed on two cars parked in her driveway overnight Aug. 18.
Identity theft
On Aug. 15, a Mamaroneck Road resident reported he discovered that a loan for $7,600 was taken out by an unknown party using his identifying information on November 10, 2022. The account was closed on March 1, 2023.
Dispute
A Chesterfield Road child called police to report his parents were having a disagreement Aug. 18. Police went to the scene and discerned that the parents were involved in a minor verbal dispute.
Welfare check
On Aug. 14, a Secor Road woman asked police to check the welfare of their housekeeper who was not answering her cell phone. The housekeeper was at the woman’s house doing work, and everything was OK.
On Aug. 17, the daughter of a Palmer Avenue woman asked police to check on her after the woman missed a tele-health visit. Police went to the house and saw the woman inside the house though a window. She advised she was locked inside a bathroom. Police entered the house and opened the door. They asked the woman to call her daughter.
Help
A Richelieu Road woman reported that her 79-year-old father went out for a walk three hours ago and did not return Aug. 20. Police found him in good condition in Eastchester and arranged for his daughter to pick him up.
Civil matter
On Aug. 19, an East Parkway worker reported problems with his supervisor. He said the problem started after he refused to use a vehicle his supervisor assigned to him for work. The worker said he did not like the way he was spoken to after his refusal and stated he would like to document the incident. Patrol advised the worker about resources available to help him with the civil incident.
On Aug. 20, a Madison Road resident reported that Village workers damaged his driveway and front concrete steps while performing roadwork.
Cars and roadways
Police saw a parked Kia, with scofflaw status due to unpaid parking tickets in the amount of $980, on East Parkway Aug. 14. The car was towed from the scene and impounded.
Police moved a fallen branch from Secor Road Aug. 14.
On Aug. 15, police taped off numerous flooded roadways in the Village.
On Aug. 16, a Montrose Road resident reported that a man was working on a white commercial van parked in the street in front of his house. He advised that a tire was on his lawn, and he did not want the man to place debris or materials there. Police saw the parked van, which was missing tires. He issued a parking citation to the registered owner of the van.
On Aug. 16, a moped on Post Road was observed driving recklessly. The driver fled from police on his moped.
Patrol notified Verizon of a fallen wire on Heathcote Road Aug. 17.
On Aug. 17, police moved a rock out of the roadway on Church Lane.
A tree fell on Hampton Road Aug. 18. Police asked highway workers to remove it.
Police called a tow for a driver whose car broke down at Mamaroneck and Garden roads Aug. 18.
Police helped a Mamaroneck Road driver with directions after his GPS stopped working Aug. 19.
On Aug. 19, police conducted a traffic stop on Fenimore Road and issued the 35-year-old Bronx driver a citation for an expired inspection sticker.
On Aug. 20, police helped a Meadow Road driver change a tire.
Animals
An injured woodpecker was found on a Brite Avenue lawn Aug. 20. Police contacted a wildlife rehabilitator who picked up the bird.
Village code
A caller reported a solicitor on Stonehouse Road Aug. 16. The solicitor was described to be a white man of medium build, with an Australian accent and a buzz cut. Patrol arrived at the location and observed the solicitor. He advised he worked for a pest control company and services a residence on Stonehouse Road. He said he wanted to inform neighboring residences of the service. Patrol informed him that, as per Village code, he would need a permit to solicit in the Village.
On Aug. 16, a pest control worker, on a scooter, was soliciting on Heathcote Road. Police told him he needed a permit to solicit in the Village.
On Aug. 17, police told Oxford Road and Shawnee Road solicitors that they needed permits to solicit in the Village.
After neighbors complained, police asked Sheldrake Road residents to lower the volume of party music Aug. 19.
After neighbors complained, police asked Shae Road residents to lower the volume of music Aug. 20.
Lost and found
A caller found a girl’s bike, helmet and water bottle on Roosevelt Road Aug. 20. Information on the water bottle identified the owner, and police returned the items.
Firefighters
On Aug. 14, firefighters assisted Larchmont firefighters with a working fire in their jurisdiction.
On Aug. 14, firefighters evacuated Sprague Road residents and workers to evaluate elevated carbon monoxide levels in a house. They ventilated and stood by for Con Edison. Investigation in the basement revealed the use of a gas-powered plate compactor during a repair to the basement slab and plumbing. The owner was advised of the hazards of using such equipment in a dwelling.
On Aug. 16, firefighters investigated an electrical burning odor in a Drake Road basement. Investigation led to the main breaker panel. When the cover was removed, firefighters found multiple charred electrical wires and a sub-panel breaker dislodged. Power to the main panel was shut off, and firefighters verified there was no active burning in the panels. They advised the resident to contact an electrician for service/repair and to keep the main breaker panel in the off position until an electrician could diagnose the problem.
On Aug. 17, workers cooking in a basement commercial kitchen on Berwick Road caused elevated carbon monoxide levels Firefighters stood by for Con Edison and ventilated the basement. Firefighters noted that most burners were in use on the commercial range, and multiple trays had been cooked in the ovens. The exhaust hood was in use prior to firefighters’ response. Firefighters also observed excessive combustible storage in the utility room, and they advised occupants to remove the storage.
On Aug. 17, Catherine Road residents reported an odor of gas in the basement. Firefighters and Con Edison discovered a small gas leak. Con Edison made repairs.
On Aug. 18, firefighters were called to a Sheldrake Road house because a resident reported smoke coming from a washing machine. Firefighters removed the washing machine from the house and ventilated.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Aug. 14-20 has been compiled from official information.
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Police Report: Bronx Woman, Wanted in GA, Arrested after Traffic Stop. Mamaroneck Road House Burglarized While Homeowners Walk Dog
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Arrests: On Aug. 10, police arrested Melissa A. Pearson, 44, of the Bronx, after a traffic stop on Post Road for speeding revealed that Pearson –identified as a fugitive from justice – was wanted on an active arrest warrant issued out of Georgia. Police contacted police in Georgia, and they indicated they would extradite her. Therefore, Pearson was remanded to Westchester County jail.
On Aug. 11, police arrested Dennis McCarthy, 52, of the Bronx, on charges of third-degree criminal mischief, as a result of an investigation into an ongoing case. McCarthy was released on his own recognizance with an appearance ticket for Scarsdale Village Justice Court, returnable on Aug. 16. A temporary order of protection was issued in favor of the alleged victim.
Burglary
A Mamaroneck Road resident reported someone broke unto his house while he was out walking his dog Aug. 11. Jewelry was stolen. Police are investigating.
Stolen
On Aug. 8, a Ridgedale Road resident reported that her vehicle was stolen in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, on June 27. She advised making a police report with the Montreal Police Department. Patrol issued her appropriate forms to report her license plates as stolen with the DMV.
On Aug. 10, A Mamaroneck Road woman reported two “boxwood trees,” worth almost $200, had been stolen from her property.
Check fraud
On Aug. 7, an Overhill Road woman reported that two $50 checks that she mailed had been altered. The first check had been re-written for $10,500.46, and had a new unknown recipient of “Anthony L. Adom.” The second check had been re-written for $12,700 and had a new recipient of “Jared R. Carion.” The woman was not at a financial loss because the first check bounced and the second was flagged by her bank as fraudulent before being deposited.
Con Edison incident
On Aug. 13, firefighters were dispatched to Stratton Road at Carthage Lane for wires down and burning. Upon arrival, crews noted a downed primary electrical wire arcing and burning with extension to surrounding area grass, asphalt, and curbstone. Arcing was continuous with a prominent hum. Con Edison was notified of the hazardous condition. Fire department members created a perimeter and staged personnel to control traffic and pedestrians. Scarsdale police assisted with traffic control. Firefighters performed exterior assessments of homes along Stratton Road via rear yards, finding no smoke or fires present. When Con Edison technicians arrived, they instructed de-energized the primary wire, and firefighters established a water supply and flushed the area with copious amounts of water. Water was applied for over one hour, with water observed to be boiling from the crater. The involved area included the driveway, grass, and curbstone of a Stratton Road residence, as well as the nearby roadway. Due to ground penetration, firefighters assessed natural gas service to the home, as well as the integrity of the curb valve, finding no indication of eminent hazard. Con Edison gas technicians confirmed firefighters’ findings and determined the area was safe, as far as gas service was concerned. Con Edison’s electrical technicians continued to remove hazards, and they partially restored power to the area, as electric work crews began to assemble for extensive repairs.
Dispute
Police intervened in a dispute involving drivers who had previously been involved in a car accident on Weaver Street Aug. 8. Upon arrival, patrol spoke with the involved parties and discovered that one of the parties had a suspended NYS driver’s license, and his vehicle was unregistered and uninsured. The vehicle was impounded and, summonses were issued on scene to the 25-year-old Brooklyn driver.
Suspicious
A Murray Hill Road resident reported a damaged window screen Aug. 9. Investigating officers confirmed cut damage inflicted to a first-story window screen. Officer noted the screen appeared to have been intentionally cut, since the cut made a square flap in the center of the screen. The resident's daughter stated that she had been checking doors and windows “as a nightly routine,” and she was certain the screen was not damaged when she checked the screen on the evening of August 4. It was, however, observed to be damaged on Aug. 9. The resident said no other damage was observed; no items were missing; and no signs of attempted forced entry were noted.
On Aug. 9, a Vanderbilt Road resident reported someone rang her doorbell before returning to a parked car on the street around 10 p.m. the resident said the car had been parked on the street “for a long time.” Police arrived on scene and noticed two cars on the street, with occupants apparently working on one of the cars. The occupants said the car had a problem with its power steering, and police noted power steering fluid pooling on the street. People left with the cars and refused help from police. Police called the highway department to report the spilled automotive fluid, for cleanup.
On Aug. 10, around 11: 30 p.m., a Lockwood Road woman reported an elderly white man wearing shorts and a white was pacing back and forth in front of her house. Patrol responded to the location and observed the man in the driveway. He claimed he met a woman on the Internet who invited him over to the house. Patrol conferred with the homeowner who reiterated that she did not know the man and never invited him over. A check of the man came back with a warrant issued out of NYPD. Dispatch made contact with NYPD who advised they would not be picking up the party on the warrant. Patrol then advised the man that the homeowners do not wish for him to return to their address. Patrol secured a taxi for the man, and he was taken to the train station.
Help
Police closed and secured an open Innes Road front door that was accidentally left open Aug. 8. Police checked the house due to security concerns, and nothing had been disturbed in the house.
On Aug.13, a caller reported that a moving company left her Fairview Drive residence that afternoon, and she was unsure if they locked the residence upon departure. Police checked the house and secured the doors.
Sanitation
On Aug. 7, a Mamaroneck Road woman reported a white pickup truck that appeared to be a sanitation vehicle pulled into her driveway. She found this to be suspicious because it was not a regular day for sanitation pickup. She further stated that the driver approached her back door and asked her daughter to open the door for him. Patrol made contact with a new sanitation worker who confirmed going to the woman’s residence that day. The worker said, since he is new to the job, he wanted to learn the schedule and the locations of garbage areas for each residence. Police notified the woman.
Cars and roadways
Police helped drivers exchange information in White Plains following a reported hit and run car accident that occurred in Scarsdale Aug. 7. The only damage noted was minor damage to one bumper.
Police asked the owner of a legally parked work truck on Myrtledale Road to relocate the truck to a better parking area since a neighbor complained that the location of the truck was impeding her vision when turning from Myrtledale Road onto Mamaroneck Road Aug. 7.
On Aug. 7, police informed the highway department about a loose manhole cover on Cohawney Road.
Patrol moved a fallen branch from Post Road Aug. 7, and they also informed the highway department about a fallen tree that needed to be removed from Park Road.
Two Village vehicles got into an accident at Mamaroneck and Park Road Aug. 8. No injuries were reported.
Patrol secured a construction gate at a Cohawney Road construction site that had accidentally blown open, causing a roadway obstruction, Aug. 9.
On Aug. 10, police stood by a disabled car at Fenimore and Elm roads until a tow arrived to assist the driver.
A driver whose car was suffering from an overheated motor refused help from police and asked to stay with his parked car in the parking lot of the middle school, until the car cooled down and he could continue on is way, Aug. 10.
On Aug. 11, police Patrol placed traffic cones, a barricade and caution tape around a sinkhole on Fox Meadow Road. Highway department personnel were notified.
On Aug. 12, police observed a driver not wearing a seatbelt while driving his car in East Parkway. A traffic stop was initiated, and police issued the driver appropriate summonses.
Police notified the water department about a water main leak at Fox Meadow and Butler roads Aug. 13.
Three car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.
Pigeon
On Aug. 12, a Nelson Road woman reported a pigeon in her yard with what appeared to be a broken wing and a tag on its leg. Upon arrival, police noted the pigeon, which appeared to be injured but not sick. Police provided trappers’ contact information to the woman. Prior to police leaving the scene, the pigeon flew away.
Animals
On Aug. 12, a caller reported “a large animal, dead in the roadway, interfering with vehicular traffic” on Sprague Road. Patrol arrived and observed a dead squirrel in the roadway. It was also observed that the animal was not causing a traffic condition. Patrol notified the highway department for cleanup.
On Aug. 13, a caller reported standing by an injured animal on Madison Road. Patrol arrived to the location and observed an injured rabbit in the roadway. The rabbit suffered injuries to its hind legs. Patrol took possession of the animal and made arrangements with a rehabilitation center, whose staff advised that they would take in the animal.
A loose dog was found near the intersection of Murray Hill and Mamaroneck roads Aug. 13. Police brought the dog to headquarters. When the dog’s owner responded to pick up the dog, police issued the owner a summons for having a dog at large.
Village code
A Cooper Road resident turned off a speaker after the sound of music caused a neighbor to complain about noise Aug. 8.
On Aug. 11 and 12, illegally posted signs on Post Road were discarded by police.
Police cautioned workers and homeowners, in a few worksite locations throughout the Village, to abide by sanctioned work hours Aug. 12.
On Aug. 13, police advised a Hillview Drive party host to lower the volume of music after a neighbor complained of noise.
Lost and found
A Mamaroneck Road man reported his wife lost her driver’s license somewhere in the Village Aug. 8.
Police returned a brown wallet found on Scarsdale Avenue to its owner Aug. 9.
A Post Road resident reported four lost license plates Aug. 9.
On Aug. 11, a customer left her wallet in a Palmer Avenue store. Police returned it to the customer’s house, using ID information found inside the wallet.
A passerby found a wallet on East Parkway and brought it to headquarters for safekeeping Aug. 12.
Police called the owner of a wallet found in a Popham Road parking lot Aug. 12. The owner responded to headquarters to pick up his wallet.
Firefighters
On Aug. 9, firefighters cleaned up spilled automotive fluids on Vanderblt Road.
On Aug. 10, firefighters were dispatched to a Murray Hill Road house for an odor of electrical burning in a bathroom. After investigating, personnel found an overheated LED device. The device was isolated from the power supply, and the occupants were advised to contact an electrician for replacement.
On Aug. 12, firefighters were dispatched to Springdale Road to evaluate an "open pit with wires." Upon investigation, crews determined the pit to be a telecommunications service box. Firefighters placed a nearby cover on the open pit to secure the utilities and remove the trip hazard.
On Aug. 13, firefighters assisted Hartsdale firefighters with a lightning strike fire in their jurisdiction.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Aug. 7-13 has been compiled from official information.
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Police Pursue Stolen Car; Mt. Vernon Man Wanted for Burglary Arrested During Traffic Stop
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Stolen car: Scarsdale police, with officers from Eastchester, were involved in the pursuit of a stolen car from Eastchester on July 25. The car entered the Bronx River Parkway, and SPD terminated its participation.
Arrest
On July 31, police observed a blue Honda Accord traveling south on Post Road with a headlight out. Patrol conducted a traffic stop. A DMV license check of the driver – Anthony Wigmal, 30, of Mount Vernon – showed that there was an active felony warrant for his arrest issued by the City of Yonkers Police Department, for second-degree burglary. Patrol took Wigmal into custody to await officers from Yonkers.
Identity theft
On July 25, a Kent Road man reported that his personal information might have been used to open a fraudulent investment account.
On July 27, a Fox Meadow Road man reported that two fraudulent accounts were opened at Bank of America n his name.
Indecent exposure
On July 27, a man was acting disorderly and exposed himself on the tracks of the Scarsdale Train Station. Police stood by and detained the man until Metro North Police arrived to handle the matter, as it occurred in their jurisdiction.
Harassment
On July 27, a man walked into headquarters and advised that he received two unwanted phone calls from an irate woman concerning a road rage incident that occurred on July 7 in White Plains. The woman stated that the man hit her car and left the scene, but the man reported that he did not believe any collision occurred. The woman told the man that she already filed a police report with White Plains police. The man wished to document that he told the woman he no longer wishes to be contacted and that he has blocked her number.
On July 28, a man was reportedly harassing people and hitting the sides of trains at Depot Place. The man boarded a train and left the area before police arrived.
Suspicious
A Heathcote Road business owner reported a man entered the store, walked around and asked if she sold pinky rings before leaving. She felt the man might be casing her store and asked police to perform extra ridebys July 27.
Attempted mail fraud
Police noticed a mailbox had a sticky substance, such as from a glue trap, on Nelson Road July 26. The postal inspector and postal police were notified, and the mailbox was taped off to prevent potential mail theft.
Help
A man in a Golden Horseshoe shopping plaza store asked for help locating his wife July 27. Police called the man’s wife, and she came to the location to pick him up. She reported his memory was failing.
Police offered a courtesy ride to a White Plains shelter for a man hitchhiking in the Village July 27. The man refused. Police advised him to stay out of the roadway while walking on Post Road.
On July 28, police checked the welfare of a Claremont Road woman. Everything was in good order.
A Lyft driver requested help in getting a passenger to a Shell Station, as per the passenger’s request, July 29.
A tree fell on a Greenacres Avenue garage July 28. On July 29, police advised the homeowner to contact his insurance company.
On July 30, police noticed a pile of packages outside a Meadow Road house. They moved the packages to a more secure location out of sight from the street.
Pedestrian hit
On July 29, a caller advised he was walking on the Popham Road bridge when he was struck by a vehicle in the roadway. Then, the vehicle left the scene.
Cars and roadways
Police called a tow for a driver who ran over a metal rod and punctured her tire on Mamaroneck Road July 24.
On July 26, police notified Con Edison about a fallen wire on Sunset Drive.
Police stood by to assist Westchester County police with a truck that hit a bridge and sustained heavy roof damage on the Hutchinson River Parkway, before exiting onto Mamaroneck Road, July 26.
On July 27, police asked contractors to move and properly park their vehicles on Sycamore Road to assist good traffic flow.
Police notified Con Edison, Verizon and the highway department about a large fallen tree that took down wires and made Dolma Road impassable July 28.
Police cleared a fallen tree from Mamaroneck Road and fallen branches from Bypass, Cooper Road, Post Road, Ogden Road, Oxford Road and Penn Road July 29. They also notified the highway department about a hanging branch over Fenimore Road.
Police notified Con Edison about fallen wires or branches on wires on Stonehouse Road, Aspen Road, Lee Road, Ridgecrest East and Brook Lane July 29. Areas were taped off for pedestrian safety.
Police dispersed campers from private property on Saxon Woods Road July 30.
Police removed a fallen branch from Popham Road July 30.
Two car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.
Animals
On July 28, a woman reported seeing a possible bobcat on Lincoln Road. Police went to the scene and did not see any wild animals.
Village code
Police stopped Kensington Road contractors from working before 8 a.m., as per Village code, July 26. On July 28, a neighbor reported construction noise prior to 8 a.m. at the same work site. Police went to the scene and observed workers servicing a portable toilet and making noise. They were told to wait until after 8 a.m. to service the toilet.
On July 26, police removed a sign from a utility pole on Nelson Road and discarded it.
On July 28, police removed signs posted on Post Road and Dolma Road and discarded them.
On July 30, police removed signs posted on Meadow Road and Freightway Road and discarded them.
Lost and found
A Village resident lost his license plate while driving back to Scarsdale from the Hamptons in heavy rain. He reported it July 25,
On July 25, a person found a wallet containing cash in front of a Palmer Avenue bank. He brought it to headquarters for safekeeping.
On July 27, a resident left a license and credit card at Village Hall. On July 28, police returned the property to the resident’s address.
On July 28, a resident reported losing the front license plate of his vehicle.
Firefighters
On July 24, firefighters assisted with a water leak in a Ferncliff Road house.
On July 25, firefighters assisted with a sprinkler system problem at a Mayflower Road house.
On July 26, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the sites of a gas leak in a Lee Road house and sparking wires on Sunset Drive and Nelson Road.
A malfunctioning boiler released carbon monoxide into a Crossway house July 26. Firefighters ventilated and stood by for Con Edison.
Firefighters assisted at car accidents on Post Road July 27, on Hutchinson River Parkway July 28 and 29, and on Post Road July 29.
On July 27, firefighters assisted with a water valve issue in a Brayton Road house.
On July 29, firefighters helped retrieve fallen keys from a Post Road storm grate.
A Catherine Road resident accidentally locked herself out of her house July 29. Firefighters helped her get back inside.
This report covering police and fire department activity from July 24-30 has been compiled from official information.
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A Mangled Ground Hog, a Drowned Raccoon and More from the Scarsdale Police
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Check fraud: On Aug. 1, a Dunham Road woman reported her daughter’s name was used on a stolen check. The daughter received a check in the mail from a shoring company in Virginia via UPS. The woman contacted the company to advise them of this this incident, and was informed by personnel that similar fraudulent events have occurred in the past with their accounts. The woman confirmed that her daughter is a teenager and does not work for any companies in Virginia. The woman further advised that her daughter is not owed any money, and would not be cashing the check.
On Aug. 5, a Lenox Place resident reported one of her checks was stolen from outgoing mail after she handed the check to a postal employee in July. The check was altered and cashed for a larger amount, namely over $5,000. This was a case of “check washing,” as per police.
Identity theft
A White Road woman reported she was a victim of fraud, and an unknown person opened two bank accounts in her name, using a fake driver’s license Aug. 2.
On Aug. 5, a resident walked into headquarters to report that she was contacted from by an unknown phone number, alerting her of a fraudulent attempt on her credit card. She advised that the caller alleged to be a representative from her banking institution and had access to personal information. The resident reported the call to her bank and deactivated her compromised account. The resident also advised that all incoming calls to her cell phone had been routed to an unknown person, most likely the scammer. The resident contacted her cell phone carrier and advised she would be changing her cell phone number.
On Aug. 6, a Shawnee Road woman resident reported a fraudulent T-Mobile account was opened in his name. The account accumulated approximately $3,000 in outstanding charges.
Stolen cash
An Aspen Road woman reported that cash totaling approximately $205 was stolen from her wallet at a Palmer Avenue business Aug. 4. She reported it the following day.
Attempted break-in
Around 3:30 a.m., Aug. 3, a Drake Road resident reported his doorbell camera captured surveillance of two individuals in dark clothing making their way down his driveway and peering peered into his vehicle and home via the side door. Moments after, the individual exited the property off camera towards Madison Rd. An extended canvass was conducted yielding negative results. Around one hour after the incident, New Rochelle police notified SPD of a similar incident where three individuals were observed in a black Mercedes Benz C300 with a temporary tag registration in their jurisdiction.
Help
A package was in plain view on a Brittany Road porch Aug. 2. As a courtesy and for safety precautions, police moved it out of plain sight from the street.
Parking
On Aug. 1, a Heathcote Road man reported a McDonald Place resident confronted him for legally parking on the street in front of the resident’s house. The resident specifically asked the man to park elsewhere. A brief verbal dispute took place and the man said the resident continued talking to him while he was walking back to his house. Police responded to scene and knocked on the resident’s doors several times. There was no answer. Police advised the man to contact police again at any time if the condition persists or worsens.
Private property
On Aug. 5, a caller stated she was the president of the Crane Berkeley Association which is responsible for the Crane Berkeley Pond and Park. She informed police the pond and park are private property and are only for use of the residents. The caller said there was a man sitting by the pond. She alleged she knew he was not a resident and requested assistance to ask the man to leave. She said there were no posted “private property” signs but she was working on having them posted. The man was described as a black man without a shirt. Police arrived on scene and observed the described man doing yoga in the park. Patrol confirmed there were no “private property” signs posted. Police advised the man that the park was private property and designated for association members only. The man stated he was a resident. Patrol called the association president and advised that signs need to be put in place to show that the park is private property.
Cars and roadways
On July 31, a Ferncliff Road woman reported finding pry marks around her car’s door handle, apparently made by someone who attempted to break into the car while it was parked overnight a few prior to the woman making the report. Nothing was missing from the car.
Police called a tow for a disabled car on Crane Road July 31,
Police notified Verizon and Con Edison about a fallen branch on wires on Lincoln Road Aug. 1.
Police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Wayside Lane Aug. 2.
A fallen wire was tied around a rain gutter at a Brewster Road house Aug. 2. The resident said he was not experiencing a loss of service. Police advised him to contact the utility provider.
On Aug. 2, police issued a 22-year-old Florida driver summonses for unlicensed driving and speeding on Post Road.
On Aug. 3, police noticed a motorcycle heading north in the left lane on Post Road at the intersection of Heathcote Road. Police observed the motorcycle pass multiple vehicles on the left, crossing into the oncoming lane of traffic. Once behind the motorcycle, police noticed there were no plates affixed to the motorcycle and the operator was not wearing a helmet. Due to this, a traffic stop was conducted on Post Road. Multiple summonses were issued to the 37-year-old Mount Vernon operator, and the bike was towed.
Police issued summonses for an illegally parked car on School Lane that was discovered to be uninspected Aug. 3.
Police helped a U-Haul driveway with non-parkway directions to White Plains after the driver realized she could not travel onto the Hutchinson River Parkway, near the Weaver Street entrance, due to oversized vehicle height, Aug. 3.
On Aug. 5, around 2 a.m., police noticed an unoccupied, parked car with its headlights on and a NJ license plate in a Haverford Road driveway. Police called for additional units prior to approaching the vehicle. Police contacted the homeowner, who said the car was a rental. Shortly thereafter, the homeowner came outside and turned the lights off.
Police called a tow for a disabled car on Heathcote Road Aug. 6.
Police helped a pedestrian cross Weaver Street on her way to a pizzeria Aug. 6.
Animals
A black and white Bernie-doodle dog named Shlomo ran out of a Montrose Road house while a dog sitter was watching the dog Aug. 1. The sitter asked for help in locating the dog, which was last seen near Greenacres Avenue. Police canvassed the area but did not find the dog.
A Secor Road woman reported a “foot-long mole hung itself in her garage,” and she wanted help removing it Aug. 2. Patrol arrived on scene and observed a groundhog stuck in the hinged roller of the garage door track at the listed location. Patrol attempted to remove the groundhog but was unsuccessful. Patrol informed to homeowner to contact someone who works on garage doors in order for the groundhog to be removed without causing any damage to the door. The garage door was fully functional and was not damaged when patrol left the scene.
A man walking near Farley and Brewster Road reported a woman told him she would release her dog “if he got too close” Aug. 3. He reported the dog appeared to be aggressive. The woman was described as a white female with gray hair, walking a large black dog.
Someone placed caution tape around a possible beehive at a Palmer Avenue school playground Aug. 6. Police notified school staff. They were already aware of the situation.
On Aug. 6, a Brookfield Lane caller asked for help with a possibly sick raccoon in the backyard. Police arrived on scene and noticed a dead raccoon in the caller’s pool. The caller advised she heard a splash and found the animal struggling in the pool shortly before police arrived. Patrol advised that if the animal was out during the day and struggling in the water, the animal was likely sick. Police advised the caller to be careful and disinfect the pool area. Patrol assisted in bagging and discarding the raccoon’s remains.
Village code
Police asked people talking loudly outside a Cooper Road house to lower the volume of their conversation after midnight Aug. 1. The people apologized and went inside.
A caller complained about music at a construction site on Kensington Road Aug. 1.
The music was not deemed to be too loud, as per a decibel meter. Police nevertheless advised workers of the complaint, and they lowered the volume of their music.
Police asked Boulder Brook residents to lower the volume of party music Aug. 2 after neighbors complained.
Police asked Brambach Road residents to lower the volume of conversation Aug. 5 after neighbors complained.
Lost and found
A man reported placing his attaché case in the wrong parked Subaru, which he stated was similar to his vehicle, July 31. It occurred on Spencer Place. Consequently, he lost the attaché case.
A caller found a wallet in a Palmer Avenue parking lot Aug. 2. Police retrieved the wallet and delivered it to its owner, based on information found on a driver’s license inside the wallet.
A blue backpack found on the pathway of the Bronx River Parkway, near the Scarsdale train station, was opened by the person who found it Aug. 3. It was reported to police that the backpack contained substances that “looked like drugs.” Police turned the backpack over to Westchester County police, as it was found in WCPD’s jurisdiction.
Firefighters
Firefighters and police helped Con Edison check Lockwood Road houses for possible gas leaks due to a nearby gas alarm Aug. 1. No gas readings were detected.
A Crossway resident accidentally got locked out of the house Aug. 1. Firefighters helped the resident get back inside.
Firefighters helped Greenville firefighters with an oven fire in their jurisdiction Aug. 1.
Firefighters assisted with a car accident on the Bronx River Parkway Aug. 2.
On Aug. 3, Con Edison red tagged a defective boiler after carbon monoxide was found inside the house.
Firefighters assisted with a car accident on the Hutchinson River Parkway Aug. 3.
A burnt-out sump pump with a melted power cord was causing a smoke haze and an odor in a Brite Avenue house Aug. 5. Firefighters disconnected the unit, removed it and advised replacement.
A vehicle was stuck on curbing on Heathcote Road Aug. 6. Firefighters informed police, who called for a tow.
This report covering police and fire department activity from July 31 – Aug. 6 has been compiled from official information.
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Police Report: Burglars Hit Houses on Harvest Drive and Murray Hill Road
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- Written by Traci Dutton Ludwig
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Burglaries: A house for sale on Harvest Drive was burglarized. A real estate agent discovered the rear sliding glass door was broken and reported the burglary July 20. Property was confirmed stolen. Police discovered the homeowner’s shotgun on premises while investigating the incident and took the gun to hold for safekeeping.
On July 23, a Murray Hill Road resident reported he woke up to his dining room window being open and items missing from his home. These included a purse containing a wallet, a wallet containing $200, a wallet containing $40, debit cards and other miscellaneous items. He also observed a large knife outside the home near the window.
On July 23, another Murray Hill Road resident reported a burglary. Items were reported missing from the garage, including house, office and post office box keys; a driver’s license; debit and credit cards; and vehicle registration information.
Car break-ins
An unlocked, parked car on Gaylor Road was entered in the early morning hours of July 20, but the owner said nothing of value was taken.
On July 20, a Griffen Avenue resident reported that her father’s unlocked car door was ajar, and the glove compartment had been emptied out. Items taken included a black booklet containing the vehicle’s registration, insurance and manual. Otherwise, nothing of value was taken from the vehicle.
On July 20, a Tunstall Road woman reported her vehicle was entered overnight and ransacked. She also said another vehicle on the property was vandalized.
A Shawnee Road woman reported her 2021 BMW had been broken into overnight, from July 19 to July 20. Sunglasses, a roll of quarters and a $20 bill were stolen.
Stolen
On July 17, an Innes Road woman reported that India citizenship cards belonging to her and her daughter were stolen in a burglary reported in 2021. Since she neglected to include the citizenship cards among the list of stolen items when the burglary occurred, she now reported them as being stolen.
Postal fraud
While on routine patrol, police observed a glue trap affixed to the mail slot of a public mailbox on Palmer Avenue July 18. Police notified the USPS Police, who took note of the condition and alerted supervisors. The box was secured with police tape to deter mail theft.
Identity theft
On July 22, a Mamaroneck Road man reported one of his accounts had been compromised, and funds were illegally withdrawn. The man’s bank representative informed him that his contact information had been changed, and someone opened a second account in his name. Approximately $70,000 had been transferred out of his current account and deposited into the newly opened account. Additionally, an unauthorized ATM withdrawal caused a loss to the man of $1,200.
On July 23, an Oxford Road man reported someone opened a fraudulent AT&T account in his name resulting in a $2,541 charge.
Doorbell
Shortly before 10 p.m., July 17, an unknown party rang a Walworth Avenue woman’s doorbell and left. The woman said she did not answer the door, as she was not expecting anyone. When the party left her porch, he or she left behind a small child's toy made up of infant figurines glued together with glitter glue. She advised that she does have young children that are currently away at sleep-away camp. She advised that her concern might be that someone could be canvassing or marking her home, so she wished to document the incident. Patrol removed the toy and instructed the woman to contact police if additional instances occur.
Casings
On July 19, a caller reported seeing what appeared to be multiple gun casings on the ground on Chase Road. Officers went to the scene to investigate. The casings were immediately recognized to be casings used for nail guns and not firearms. Other construction debris was observed in the area, as the adjacent building recently had roof repairs. The casings were put in a trash receptacle.
Misunderstanding
Police were called to mediate an argument involving a Scarsdale Avenue gas station attendant and the father of a customer July 18. The father said that earlier that morning, while his daughter was getting gas, he believed the employee took a picture of his daughter’s debit card. Patrol then spoke with the employee who stated he never took any pictures. The employee voluntarily showed patrol his camera roll and “deleted pictures that did not include any pictures of a debit card.” The father said it was apparently a misunderstanding but would be canceling the card as a precaution.
Garbage
A Hutchinson Avenue resident reported men exited a vehicle outside her property, and she thought it was suspicious July 18. Video surveillance showed two white men get out of a white pick up truck, look at a pile of trash waiting for pick-up at the curb, get back in their truck and leave. Patrol advised the resident that the men were most likely looking at her trash to see if there was anything of interest to pick up.
Help
Humidity caused a Garden Road door to swell July 18. Police helped the homeowner open it without causing damage to either the door or the doorframe.
A woman walked into headquarters and reported concern that her citizenship documents were allegedly missing from a safety deposit box at her Popham Road bank July 20. She further advised that multiple people could have accessed her information, and she expressed a belief that “cameras are constantly watching her to infiltrate her personal documentation.” Police advised her to follow up with Webster Bank regarding security measures pertaining to her safety deposit box.
On July 22, a Cushman Road woman asked for help getting inside her house after being out of town. She was concerned that her elderly husband was not answering the door, although he should have been at home, she said. Police and firefighters gained entry through an interior garage door, causing only minor damage. Patrol located the woman's husband on the floor in an upstairs bedroom. He was conscious and alert. He said he had been in that position for over 24 hours. SVAC personnel evaluated him and transported him to White Plains Hospital Center for further treatment.
On July 23, a man near the train station approached police. The man stated he was looking for his 23-year-old son “who had recently left a Tai Chi cult and that the abrupt lifestyle change was upsetting him.” The father was not looking for any formal police assistance but asked that police inform him if they see his son. His son was described as 6'2" and 175 pounds, wearing a white long sleeve shirt, blue yoga pants, a blue bucket hat and a blue backpack.
On July 23, police observed numerous newspapers strewn about the driveway of a house in the Village, giving the appearance that the residence was unoccupied. Patrol collected the papers and moved them so they would not be visible from the roadway.
Civil matter
On July 19, a Barker Lane woman reported a neighbor cut trees on her side of the property line. Patrol responded and spoke with the woman who said that her neighbor's landscapers cut tree branches on her side of the fence. Patrol spoke with the neighbor to advise him of the woman's concern. Patrol advised the neighbor that he could cut what is overhanging his property, but not cut anything that is on the woman's side. The woman was aware that her complaint was a civil matter.
Cars and roadways
On July 17, police initiated a pursuit after two bikers ran a red light on Post Road and failed to comply when police attempted to pull them over. The pursuit never reached more than 30 mph and concluded when the bikers crossed the border into White Plains.
On July 17, a Pelham driver needed a tow on Meadow Road. Police called a tow truck for her. Police also realized the driver’s registration was suspended and issued her a summons.
Police contacted utility providers to correct low-hanging wires near the library July 17. The condition was promptly corrected while patrol blocked off the roadway.
Patrol assisted a driver with a flat tire on Herkimer Road July 17.
Police assisted driver exchange information following a minor accident involving a driver and an Amazon truck driver July 17.
On July 18, police helped a Village parking enforcement officer with an individual who refused to show the PEO an ID on Morris Lane while writing a summons.
Police notified Con Edison about a branch resting on wires on Fox Meadow Road July 18.
On July 19, police called a tow and a taxi for a disabled car, and its driver, at Post and Burgess roads.
Police removed a branch from Crane Road July 20.
On July 21, police called for roadside assistance to help a motorist change a flat tire on Wildwood Road.
On July 22, a caller reported erratic driving from a Nissan Rogue on Mamaroneck Road. Patrol went to the scene and located the car. Patrol observed the Nissan cross over the double yellow line into the oncoming traffic lane twice close to the intersection of Mamaroneck and Garden roads. Patrol initiated a motor vehicle stop and did not observe any signs of intoxication. Patrol issued a summons for the violation, and the passenger took over operation of the vehicle.
On July 22, police stood by on Ramsey Road while a food delivery driver changed a flat tire on his car.
On July 23, police contacted a tow to remove a disabled car from Post and Huntington roads.
Four car accidents were reported in the Village this week.
Bird
Police received a report of a large heron sitting in the middle of the Coralyn Road July 22. The bird did not appear injured and was able to fly. Patrol observed the bird take flight and perch in a nearby tree.
Lost and found
A cell phone was found at Mamaroneck Road and Griffen Avenue July 17. Police contacted the owner for pick up of the phone from headquarters.
A Bell Road woman reported losing her wallet on July 18. She said it was a black wallet and she lost it sometime the previous day.
On July 18, an Innes Road woman reported losing an “OCI card,” which is a multiple entry, multi-purpose, lifelong card for visiting India.”
On July 19, a Greenacres Avenue man reported losing his driver’s license.
On July 21, a cell phone was found on Murray Hill Road. The owner retrieved it from headquarters.
On July 23, an Aspen Road woman found a necklace and gave to police.
Village code
Police cautioned a Walworth Avenue homeowner about a contractor’s advertising sign placed in the Village right of way, in violation of Village code. The homeowner removed the sign, and no summonses were issued July 18.
On July 20 and 22, police removed illegally posted signs on Mamaroneck Road and discarded them.
On July 22, a caller reported unauthorized soccer classes without a permit at Davis Park. Police advised the coach to cease the class and obtain a permit.
On July 22, police removed illegally posted signs on Olmsted Road and discarded them.
Firefighters
On July 17, a contractor using an excavator accidentally punctured a gas line on White Road. The contractor covered the excavation with fill in an attempt to slow the leak. Con Edison shut gas to the line so repairs could be made, while firefighters secured a continuous water supply as a precaution.
On July 17, a car reportedly caught fire in the parking lot of Saxon Woods Pool on Mamaroneck Road in White Plains.
Firefighters found an SUV with smoke coming from electrical wiring inside the center console, underneath the interior paneling. No active fire was observed. However, a cluster of wires were charred and damaged. Firefighters disconnected the vehicle’s battery and recommended that the owner have the SUV towed to a repair destination of choice. However, since there was only minor damage to the electrical wiring at that one location inside the passenger compartment and since the vehicle could be driven, the owner decided that he would drive the vehicle to his residence in the Bronx.
On July 18, firefighters assisted at a car accident at Myrtledale and Mamaroneck roads.
On July 19, firefighters assisted at a car and Vespa accident on the Bronx River Parkway.
On July 21, firefighters helped a Mamaroneck Road resident with a problem involving an outdoor gas fireplace. Firefighters helped with shutting down the fireplace. During investigation, an odor of natural gas was incidentally noted near a natural gas powered grill adjacent to the residential structure. Firefighters isolated the leak to the gas manifold within the grill. The natural gas supply to the grill was shut off, and firefighters advised the homeowner to have the appliance serviced by an appliance technician.
On July 22, a Shawnee Road resident reported smoke coming from the basement boiler. Firefighters found an improper exhaust system for the oil burner, in the basement, that caused the smoke condition. Firefighters shut power to the oil burner and advised the resident to have the condition corrected prior to turning the appliance back on. The structure was checked for carbon monoxide.
On July 23, firefighters assisted at a car accident at Franklin Road and Harvest Drive.
This report covering police and fire department activity from July 17-23 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.
