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Written by Traci Dutton Ludwig

Published: 29 June 2023

Created: 29 June 2023

Last Updated: 06 July 2023

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Arrested: On June 23, after receiving a report of a stolen Kia Sportage, worth $16,000, traveling through the Village, police conducted a traffic stop on Garden and Mamaroneck roads and arrested the driver – Juhunia M. Nichols, 23, of Brooklyn – and the passenger – Shawnton N. Edwards, 22, of Brooklyn. They were each charged with fourth and fifth degree criminal possession of stolen property and unauthorized use of a vehicle. Bail of $1,645and $1,650 were respectively posted and Nichols and Edwards were released on their own recognizance, pending a future court appearance.

Following a car accident at Freightway and Garth Roads June 23, in which one person was transported to the hospital for injuries, police learned one driver had a suspended driver’s license. The driver – Esteban Garcia, 35, of White Plains – was subsequently arrested and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. He was released on cash bail of $1,722. In the accident, Garcia was accused of running a stop sign and turning into another person’s car.

Burglary
A Penn Boulevard house was burglarized while the homeowners were away sometime between June 24 and June 25. Police discovered pry marks around various windows and doors. A safe and its contents were missing.

Identity theft
On June 22, a Weaver Street man reports that, over the past weekend, his American Airlines "A Advantage" account was hacked and multiple hotel rooms were purchased in York, England by a party named "Lewis Richardson." The amount of miles disputed is 37,900, and the value of money disputed is $1,118.

On June 22, a Tunstall Road woman reported someone cashed three fraudulent checks against her account. Two checks were for $5,000. One was for $5,200.

Cars and roadways
On June 19, police removed a fallen wire from Boulevard and notified Verizon.
On June 19, a man reported a dark SUV drove onto his mother’s Dunham Road yard and left tire tracks. The man advised he wanted to handle the matter on his own.
On June 19, a driver advised of a verbal road rage incident that he had been involved in, earlier that day.
A motorcycle without a rear license plate was parked unattended on Clarence Road June 20. Police notified the owner about the plate violation, and the owner said he would rectify the matter and retrieve the motorcycle as soon as possible.
Police put a note on the windshield of an inconveniently parked car on Wildwood Road June 21.
On June 21, police issued a summons to a Larchmont driver using a cell phone while driving on Chase Road.
Police reported a fallen wire on Wayside Lane to Verizon June 21.
Police notified the water department about a dislodged fire hydrant on Popham Road June 23.
Police called a tow for a driver that ran out of gas on Weaver Street June 25.
Four car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.

Help
A man sleeping on the train platform said he was tired and wanted to catch up on sleep June 23.

A kids’ play tent blew onto a neighbor’s lawn on Woods Lane June 25. Police notified the owner and returned the tent.

Damage
A projectile damaged a garage door June 20. Police were unable to determine if the projectile was something kicked up from landscaping equipment or something else.

Delivery
On June 21, a Stonehouse Road resident reported that lumber was unexpectedly dropped off at his yard.

Kids
Around 2 a.m., June 24, kids were banging on doors on Fox Meadow Road. Police advised the kids of dangers associated with such late-night actions. The kids apologized and left.

Civil matters
Police assisted library employees tell an unruly customer that the customer was banned for the library for three months due to disorderly behavior June 20.

On June 22, a Harwood Court medical professional told police that a woman arrived at his office without an appointment and was causing a disturbance. He stated she was dissatisfied and emotional over work that was done in the past. The professional asked police to inform the woman that she is no longer a patient and is not permitted on the premises in the future. Patrol spoke with the woman who stated she spent a lot of money and was not satisfied with the work. Patrol advised her of the doctor’s wishes and told her to go through legal channels.

On June 24, a Montrose Road resident asked police to document several instances she had with a recently fired babysitter. The sitter allegedly did not return keys and may also have possession of some household items, as per the resident.

Village Code
On June 19, police issued a summons to contractors using an excavator on Murray Hill Road before designated work hours.
Police removed signs from Mamaroneck Road and Crossway and disposed of them June 19. Summonses were issued when appropriate.
Police issued three summonses to landscapers using gas-powered blowers on Stonehouse Road June 19.
On June 21, police removed and discarded signs posted on Post Road, Autenreith Road and Christie Place.
Police stood by while kids were being picked up from a loud Eton Road party June 21.
On June 22, police removed and discarded signs posted on Oak Lane and Post and Fenimore roads.
On June 23, police removed and discarded signs posted on Post Road.
Police dispersed kids playing basketball and talking loudly at Heathcote School grounds June 22.
Police advise people a Montrose Road pool that neighbors complained of noise June 23.
Police notified a Penn Boulevard resident of a noise complaint about loud music June 25.

Animals
A caller reported seeing what she thought was a bear cub near garbage on Fayette Road June 23. Police stayed on scene but did not observe any bears in the area.

A bird was trapped in a Dell Road window well June 24.Police removed the bird and placed it safely on the ground. Soon thereafter, the bird joined a round of robins.

Lost and found
On June 19, a passerby found a ring on Greendale Road and gave it to police.

Firefighters
Firefighters shut water in a Chesterfield Road house to stop a leak, pending the arrival of plumbers June 19.

Firefighters assisted Fairview Fire Department with a house fire in its jurisdiction June 19.

Firefighters assisted at a car accident at Fenimore Road and Brite Avenue June 20.

On June 20, firefighters extinguished two smoldering schoolbooks that had been lit on fire on a path at Red Maple Swamp.

Firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Hutchinson River Parkway June 21.

On June 22, firefighters helped open a locked car door to release a child accidentally locked inside on Olmsted Road.

Firefighters assisted Rye Brook Fire Department shore up a structure that was collapsing in its jurisdiction June 23.

Firefighters assisted at a car accident at Garth and Freightway roads June 23.

Firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Hutchinson River Parkway June 24.

On June 25, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of burning wires on Brite Avenue.

Firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Hutchinson River Parkway June 25.

This report covering police and fire department activity from June 19-25has been compiled from official information.

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Written by Traci Dutton Ludwig

Published: 06 July 2023

Created: 06 July 2023

Last Updated: 06 July 2023

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Stolen car: A 2019 BMW was reported as stolen from a Richelieu Road driveway overnight from June 27 to June 28.

Car break-in
On June 26, a Post Road resident reported his cell phone was stolen from his unlocked car parked at IHM Church on June 24.

Attempted burglary
An attempted burglary was discovered at a Cushman Road house July 2. The incident caused damage valued at $1,500.

Scam
A Saxon Woods Road man reported he received a text from an unknown party demanding Apple gift cards be sent to the unknown party so the unknown party would not post alleged photos of the man online. The man did not send the unknown party anything of value. Patrol advised the man that this was a scam and to cease all communication with the unknown party.

Domestic dispute
On June 28, police separated a man and a woman having a domestic dispute on the New Rochelle side of Weaver Street and waited for NRPD to arrive.

Welfare check
On June 27, police checked the welfare of a Lyons Road man. His car was not in the driveway; so it was assumed that he went out.

Death
A 97-year-old White Road woman died at home June 29.

Request
A Chesterfield Road man reported, on June 30, that he had received two unusual letters requesting money to start a business. One letter requested $10,000. One letter requested $100,000. The letters promised nothing in return, except the recipient’s gratitude.

Suspicious
On June 30, a Meadow Road resident reported suspicious behavior with people walking around her property. She said two individuals exited a vehicle, while a female driver remained inside the vehicle. After being confronted by the resident, the involved vehicle left the area. Patrol made contact with the female driver of the involved vehicle. She said that they had walked around the residence believing that the new owners had not moved in yet. She was very apologetic.

Civil matters
On June 29, a Nelson Road resident reported an incident with a contractor who received money for work in the fall and never returned to finish the job. Specifically, the resident said the contractor knocked on his door and solicited the work. The resident said he paid in full, $2,000.00, for repairs to be made to his driveway. He was present for the work and observed the contractor fill cracks in the driveway, but he said the contractor has not returned to smooth the surface and apply a coating. While on scene, patrol observed this condition. The resident said he recently contacted the contractor who promised to return later in the week.
The resident also said the contractor has not since returned any calls or messages. Police advised it was a civil matter.

On July 1, Richbell Road neighbors were arguing over the property line. Patrol suggested they reach out to the Scarsdale Building Department to get clarification on the location of the property line. Additionally, patrol suggested either erecting a fence or attempting to handle the matter in civil court if a mutual agreement could not be reached. In the meantime, patrol advised the involved parties to limit contact to avoid conflict.

Cars and roadways
A motorist ran out of gas at Post Road and Boulevard June 26. Police helped push the car into a parking lot and drove the motorist to a gas station to pick up a can of gasoline.
Police removed a fallen branch from Post Road June 27.
On June 27, a caller complained that a large shrub at the corner of Post and Kingston roads was obstructing a view of the roadways, making it dangerous for drivers. Police called the homeowner and advised trimming back the shrub.
Police notified Verizon about a loose wire on Ridgecrest East June 27.
Police notified Verizon about a loose wire on Crossway June 28.
Following a traffic stop for a broken tail light observed on Fenimore Road June 28, police issued the Valhalla driver summonses for a suspended registration, driving without valid insurance and unlicensed driving. The car was towed to the driver’s home, and license plates were removed.
On June 28, a Christie Place woman advised she might have been in an accident in the past but was unsure. She advised that her
Driver’s side mirror was damaged and "hanging" from a prior incident, however when she was arrived home, she observed the glass from the side mirror to be hanging and shattered. The woman could not confirm that she was in an accident or describe another vehicle that she may have collided with. Patrol inspected the side mirror and observed the plastic from the back of the mirror to be missing, which was from a previous incident. Patrol did not see signs of impact or damage from a collision with another vehicle. The woman was advised to contact her auto body shop for repairs.
On June 28, police noticed a parked car with its door ajar in a Mamaroneck Road parking area. Patrol contacted the owner who said he was on a nature walk and is currently positioned 20 minutes away from the location on foot. The owner stated that he is staying with his family who lives in Village. He requested police to close and lock his door.
Police notified Verizon about a loose wire on Secor Road June 29. Later, they taped up the wire.
A Cohawney Road woman reported finding an upholstery nail in one of her car’s tires June 29.
Police helped a woman find her parked car in Village center June 29.
A truck parked at Crossway field needed to be moved because of the fireworks display June 29. Patrol attempted to make contact with the vehicle owner with negative results. The highway foreman stated that it was ok for the car to remain but wanted to give the driver instructions on how to leave after the lights had been shut off. Patrol left a diagram on the windshield of the truck showing how to safely exit the field.
On June 30, police called a tow for a vehicle that broke down at Drake and Post roads.
On June 30, police removed a fallen wire from Palmer Avenue.
A driver with a flat tire on Heathcote Road was waiting for a parent to bring a spare. It was 2:21 a.m., July 2.

Animals
A loose dog on Sprague Road was reunited with its owner June 26.

On June 29, a caller reported losing her dog, a large poodle mix, at the fireworks display

On July 1, a coyote was reported on Greenacres Avenue.

On July 2, a large bobcat with a bunny in its mouth allegedly passed through a Harvest Drive back yard. Later the bobcat was allegedly seen on Rural Drive.

Village code
On June 28, police removed and discarded an illegally posted sign on Saxon Woods Road.

On July 1, police removed and discarded an illegally posted sign on Brite Avenue. The owner was issued a summons.

Lost and found
On June 29, a department of public works employee found a cell phone on Mamaroneck Road. The owner’s brother-in-law arrived at headquarters to pick up the phone. Police contacted the owner who described the contents of the case, and police released the phone to the brother-in-law.

A passerby found a wallet at the Scarsdale pool and gave it to police who vouchered it for safekeeping June 29.
A Lenox Place woman reported losing her Uruguay passport at home or at her child’s school June 30.

Firefighters
On June 30, firefighters were called because of a strong chlorine-like odor in a Lincoln Road house, with a resident requesting EMS evaluation. The resident explained they were performing maintenance to a back-up battery to a sump pump when they accidentally mixed a bleach solution with the contents of a lead acid battery. This mixture produced a strong odor of chlorine inside the structure and at that point the resident called for FD assistance. The residents were checked by SVAC and refused additional treatment. Firefighters removed the battery from the structure and used an electric fan for ventilation until the odor dissipated.

Firefighters consulted with the Westchester Chief of Special Operations via phone to see about any special considerations that would be required from mixing these two chemicals. Firefighters instructed the resident to dispose of the battery at the Household Material Recovery Facility in Valhalla.

On June 28 and June 30, firefighters helped Con Edison check Gorham Road houses after gas was found at two sewer manholes in the street. Con Edison was ventilating the manholes and addressing the leak. No gas was found in any of the houses that had been checked.

Firefighters assisted with a car accident on Weaver Street June 29.

On July 1, firefighters were dispatched to Morris Lane for smoke detector activation. Upon arrival, crews noted an odor of burnt food. The occupant stated that a beef patty was being microwaved, and the microwave oven "blew up." The occupant noted the food burning and “threw the food out the window.” Negative extension of any fire was confirmed with thermal imaging cameras. No obvious damage to microwave oven was seen. Passive ventilation was utilized to clear residual smoke.

Firefighters assisted with a motorcycle accident on the Bronx River Parkway July 1.

On July 1, firefighters were dispatched to Saxon Woods Road for wires burning with a tree on fire. The nearest structural exposure was 50 feet away. Primary wires were confirmed to be arcing in contact with the tree. Con Edison was notified. One hose line was stretched to extinguish the base of the tree and the neighboring brush fire. A Con Edison technician sleeved multiple primary wires in contact with the tree. The tree and brush fires were extinguished, and the scene was turned over to Con Edison.

On July 1, a tree fell on a golf cart, trapping a golfer, at Hole 15 at Saxon Woods Golf Course July 1. Upon arrival, crews confirmed large tree was on the vehicle, and the vehicle’s roof was compressed down on the golfer. He was complaining of neck and back pain. Westchester County police assisted in providing spine immobilization, while firefighters used chain saws to cut tree limbs and Hurst cutters to remove the vehicle roof and extricate the golfer. The golfer was taken to the hospital by SVAC.

Firefighters assisted Hartsdale firefighters with a structure fire in their jurisdiction July 1.

On July 2, firefighters ventilated a Stratton Road house and stood by for Con Edison after elevated carbon monoxide levels were registered in the house. Later the readings were determined to be false alarms.

This report covering police and fire department activity from June 26 – July 2 has been compiled from official information.

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Published: 22 June 2023

Created: 22 June 2023

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A tree branch took down wires on Oak Lane. Photo credit: Shuling SmithStolen car: A Fairview Road woman reported that someone stole her Land Rover from her driveway June 12. The key was likely inside, according to the woman’s husband.

Stolen
On June 12, a Mount Vernon resident took a taxi from Fleetwood to Scarsdale. The fare was $24, The passenger paid with a $50 bill and the driver claimed to not have any change. The driver alleged he would return with the $26 in change. He never returned.
A Bradford Road woman reported a $30,000 pair of diamond earrings had been stolen from her house sometime in the past three years. She reported the incident June 14.
On June 18, a Stratford Road caller reported his $600 bike had been stolen from East Parkway.
On June 18, a Wayside Lane caller reported his bike had been stolen from Scarsdale High School.

Arrested
On June 13, Curtis Savage, 32, of Yonkers, was arrested on charges including an expired inspection sticker, a lapsed registration lapsed insurance and unlicensed driving. Savage also was shown to be wanted on a bench warrant issued out of Yonkers. He was later picked up by Yonkers police.

Identity theft
On June 12, a Westview Lane resident reported a fraudulent debit card and a fraudulent investment account had been opened in his name.

On June 12, a Tompkins Road resident reported that someone set up fraudulent accounts in his name at two separate banks.
Someone used a Fox Meadow man’s mother’s identity to open a fraudulent Venmo account June 13.

Criminal mischief
On June 14, an Innes Road woman reported returning to her parked car, a Honda CRV, and finding the rear window broken.

Disorderly conduct
A possibly intoxicated man put his hands on another man’s chest on Scarsdale Avenue and then caused a disturbance inside a local convenience store, asking employees and customers for money June 16.

Attempted burglary
At 2 a.m., June 15, a Highland Way resident reported someone with a flashlight attempted to open a rear door.

Welfare check
A sanitation worker asked police to check on an elderly Hutchinson Avenue resident whom had not been seen for several weeks and whose garbage had unusually not been placed outside June 12. Neighbors confirmed not seeing the resident. Police and firefighters entered the house to perform a welfare check. No one was found to be inside the house.

Police checked the welfare of a Carman Road woman who was determined to be OK June 14.

On June 15, a doctor’s office requested a welfare check of a Cooper Road resident. He was found awake in his bed. He declined any assistance.

Help
On June 12, police assisted other agencies conduct a search warrant of a Madison Road property. The house was neglected and was condemned by the Village.

On June 18, a mother reported her 9-year-old daughter had been at a function at the Girl Scout house and had been missing for 40 minutes. Police located the girl at a friend’s house and stood by until she was reunited with her parent.

Dispute
On June 13, an Edgewood Road man reported a dispute with a driver who parked outside his house. The driver allegedly made an offensive hand gesture to the man, due in part to the memory of a previous dispute over parking on the street in the same location. Police intervened and mediated the dispute. The driver said he would no longer park there, and the man requested extra police ridebys.

Civil matter
On June 18, a father came to headquarters to report that he gave his child a cell phone a few months ago, and the child’s mother took the cell phone away.

A Heathcote Road resident reported that his neighbor constantly allows his dog to defecate on his property June 18.

Cars and roadways
On June 12, a car was blocked in a Scarsdale Avenue parking spot. Police found the owner of the improperly parked car and asked the owner to move the car.
Police brought gasoline to a driver who ran out of gas near Murray Hill Road June 13.
Police called a tow for a disabled car on Heathcote Road and assisted a motorist with a disabled car on Olmsted Road June 13.
Police notified the highway department about tree branches on Crane Road June 13.
A dishwasher was placed on the side of Brewster Road for disposal June 13. Police wrapped it in caution tape.
A car was left running outside of Scarsdale High School June 13. Police turned off the ignition and then found the key fob inside the car’s cup holder. The car was again turned off; the owner was notified; and the key was given to the school secretary for safekeeping.
An Obry Drive branch was struck by lightning and fell to the street June 14. Police picked it up and notified Con Edison about fallen wires.
A fallen branch took down wires on Oak Lane June 15. Verizon and Con Edison were notified.
A branch fell on a Lincoln Road roof, taking down wires June 16. Verizon and Con Edison were notified.
Wires fell on Hampton Road June 16. Police contacted Verizon.
Police called a tow for a disabled vehicle on East Parkway June 17.
An Amazon driver accidentally locked himself out of his van on Cayuga Road June 17. Police stood by until a supervisor arrived on scene.
Police notified the highway department to assist someone with retrieving keys that fell into a storm sewer on Spencer Place May 17.

Animals
A turtle was reported on Depot Place June 14.

A loose white dog was picked up from Fenimore Road by New Rochelle Humane Society June 15. Later the owner called looking for the dog. Police referred her to NRHS.

Village code
On June 14, police advised a Greenacres Avenue party host of a noise complaint.
On June 17, police advised a Herkimer Road party host of a noise complaint.
On June 17, police advised a Secor Road party host of a noise complaint.

Firefighters
On June 13, police helped a Fox Meadow Road resident get inside a locked house.
Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a gas leak in a Palmer Avenue house June 14.
On June 16, police helped a Greenacres Avenue driver open a locked car.
On June 16, a large branch fell on a Lincoln Avenue roof, taking down wires. Firefighters stood by for Con Edison and the building department,
Firefighters assisted with a smoking car on the Hutchinson River Parkway June 16.
On June 16, firefighters helped a man cut a ring off his swelling finger.
Firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Hutchinson River Parkway June 18.

This report covering police and fire department activity from June 12-18 has been compiled from official information.

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