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Written by Traci Dutton Ludwig

Published: 08 June 2023

Created: 08 June 2023

Last Updated: 08 June 2023

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Arrested: A 14-year-old boy on a bicycle was struck by a car that left the scene at Crane Road and Woodland Place June 2 at 7 p.m. The driver – Bernards A. Mudho, 79, of Tewkesbury Road, Scarsdale – was later arrested after he contacted police to report leaving the accident. He was charged with leaving the scene of an accident and driving with broken glasses. According to the driver, the boy bicycled in front of his car while he was driving straight. Witnesses said the bicyclist had a green signal. The boy was transported to the hospital for treatment of injuries.

Burglary
A Post Road resident reported a person broke in through a rear door and left the house with jewelry, cash and a filing cabinet June 2.

Identity theft
On May 29, a Johnson Road man reported that an unauthorized withdrawal was made from his account at a bank in Jamaica, Queens on May 27. The perpetrator used a fraudulent driver’s license obtained earlier this month.

An Eton Road woman reported someone fraudulently opened multiple lines of credit in her name May 30.

On May 31, a Fox Meadow Road woman reported being the victim of a scam.

An Evon Court woman reported someone attempted to withdraw money from her account, but it was blocked by the bank June 1.

Stolen check
A Carman Road resident reported, on June 2, that a check mailed from the public mailbox at Nelson Road in April, had been stolen and altered. The original check was for $1,001.16. It was altered and cashed for $3,001.16.

Scam
Someone called a Penn Boulevard woman alleging to be a lawyer May 31. The “lawyer” claimed the woman’s daughter was in an accident due to texting and required a $15,000 to be released from jail on bond. The woman hung up and called her daughter who confirmed the call had been a scam.

On May 31, a Fox Meadow Road woman received a similar call and withdrew $15,000 from her bank. She gave it to someone alleging to be a representative coming to collect “bail” for a family member that had allegedly been imprisoned.

Suspicious
On June 2, a mother reported that her third-grade son was playing in a Roosevelt Avenue park when a gray minivan occupied by four teens pulled up to him. The teens asked the son if he had any money. Police canvassed the area but did not find the van.

On June 3, a person involved with events at a Post Road facility that is adjacent to a private residence reported a young man in his 20s has recently shown up at the facility, uninvited, for three private events Since May 23 and was seen walking around in areas in which he was not allowed. The man was asked to leave at the last event.

A woman taking photos of a Brookby Road backyard construction project was a neighbor’s mother-in-law who was visiting from a foreign country and admiring the work June 3.

Harassment
On May 31, a Brewster Road resident reported an incident of harassment. She said her neighbor has been recording her and her contractors while she is in her backyard.

On June 1, a Brite Avenue woman reported disturbing phone calls. The first call was received on May 29 at approximately 5:30 PM on her cell phone. The woman stated that when she answered this call, an unknown party asked if her children were ok. The listed reported that a second call was received on May 31 at approximately 5:30 PM on her cell phone. An unknown individual stated that her house was going to burn down within the next few days. A third call was made to her landline phone. The woman’s husband answered this call and was told he was going to die. All calls were received from a blocked number with no caller information given. The caller’s voice sounded like a man in his twenties. The woman did not report having any sort of altercation that would have motivated any individual to make calls of this nature.

Pedestrian hit
On June 2, a Village employee was struck by a car at Chase Road and Boniface Circle while exiting his parked car. The employee complained of pain in his elbow and numbness in his fingers and hand.

Cars and roadways
On May 29, a branch fell on Madison Road and took down wires. Con Edison was notified.
Police notified the water department of a water main break on Lebanon Road May 30.
On May 31, a woman called to complain about a “rude and aggressive” parking enforcement officer on Depot Place. Police advised how the woman could make a formal complaint.
Police stopped two rental trucks from entering the Bronx River Parkway May 31.
Police issued summonses to drivers whose cars were blocking passage on numerous Village streets June 1.
A UPS truck struck the gutter and roof overhang of a Brookby Road house June 2. The resident observed it on a Ring doorbell camera.
An Amazon truck struck and damaged drainpipes on a Weaver Street property June 2.
Five car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.

Help
A mother accidentally locked her car with her daughter inside on Mamaroneck Road May 31. Police and firefighters opened the car and the child was deemed to be in good health.

Police helped a person in a wheelchair free the chair’s wheel from gravel near Audrey Hochberg Pond May 31.

Civil matters
Brewster Road neighbors called about an ongoing civil dispute about their property line, surveillance cameras and alleged trespassing June 2. Police advised them to consult with their attorneys.

On June 3, a man told police he gave his son a cell phone and the boy’s mother took it away.

Brewster Road neighbors were arguing about a fence June 3.

Missing person
On May 31, a Kingston Road mother called police at 4:30 a.m. to report that her 22-year-old daughter was missing. At 7:52 a.m., police made contact with the daughter who said she would be contacting her mother.

Welfare check
An estranged son in Arizona requested a welfare check of his father, who lives on Kent Road, May 29. The father was in good condition. He explained the estranged relationship with his son and asked that police no respond to future calls of that nature, as he does not wish to be contacted by the son.

Police checked on a Palmer Avenue man who posted messages on social media
threatening self harm June 1. The man told police he was ok.

Homeless and panhandling
A man urinating on Mamaroneck Road told police he was homeless and trying to get back to Arizona, where he was from, May 29. He declined medical assistance.

A woman was panhandling for money by holding a sign outside a Palmer Avenue business May 29.The business manager asked police for assistance in getting her to leave. Citing store policy, police asked her to go, and she complied.

On June 3, police directed a homeless person to the train station from Popham Road.

Animals
On May 29, police provided a Hamilton Road resident with a list of animal trappers to address a disoriented raccoon in the yard.

A Cohawney Road resident found a loose dog May 29. Police reunited the dog with its owner, who lived two houses away.

A coyote was sighted on Brewster Road June 2. Police stood by until children were safely in school.

Police relocated a large turtle to a pond after it was found on Taunton Road June 2.

Two callers reported a sick raccoon, “spinning around in the road,” at Butler Road and Brite Avenue June 2. It was gone when police arrived.

A person heard a cat meowing inside the engine block of a parked car on Garth Road June 3. Police opened the hood to release the cat.

Village code
On May 29, police asked a Burgess Road homeowner to lower the volume of music because neighbors complained.

Police discarded illegally posted signs on Meadow Road and Palmer Avenue May 29, Cushman and Mamaroneck roads May 30, and Sycamore and Mamaroneck roads June 2. Summonses were issued, when appropriate.

Landscapers on Cushman Road were told to abide by designated work times in the Village May 30.

Police dispersed noisy kids from East Parkway May 31.
Neighbors complained about loud talking outside a Wakefield Road house May 31. The resident advised he would ask his guests to speak more softly.

Mamaroneck Road residents were asked to lower the volume of music May 31.

A caller complained of music noise near the trails around Depot Place May 31. Upon arrival, patrol could hear the faint sound of a musical instrument, perhaps a saxophone, emanating from the trails. Patrol then began to walk the platform of the Scarsdale Train Station where the volume of the music began to increase in intensity. At the end of platform, patrol observed a lone trumpeter playing his trumpet beneath the bridge of the BRP. The trumpeter stated he liked to play under this bridge because he didn't think anybody could hear the sound of his trumpet. The trumpeter then left the scene.

Police dispersed a loud party on Bradford Road June 2.

Police issued a summons to Woods Lane workers who started work too early and made noise June 3.

Brewster Road residents were asked to lower the volume of music June 3.

Fenimore Road residents were asked to lower the volume of music and conversation June 3.

Lost and found
A $900 saxophone was found in Village center after the Memorial Day parade May 29.

A Tompkins Road man reported losing his wallet in the Village June 2.

A passerby brought a found wallet to headquarters June 3. Police returned it to its owner.

Firefighters
On May 30, firefighters ventilated a Heathcote Road house to clear carbon monoxide. Con Edison arrived for evaluation.
Firefighters helped EMS workers with a Lebanon Road patient May 30.
Firefighters helped with car accident on Popham Road May 30, the Hutchinson River Parkway May 31, and Weaver Street June, Fenimore Road and Woodland Place June 2.
On May 31, a gas-powered saw caused a CO incident in a Harvest Road garage. Firefighters ventilated the space.
Firefighters extinguished a mulch fire on Scarsdale Avenue June 1.
Firefighters assisted Greenville fire department with two structure fires June 1.
Firefighters extinguished a sawdust-containing dumpster fire on Montrose Road and overhauled it June 2.
On June 4, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at a Garden Road gas leak.

This report covering police and fire department activity from May 29 – June 4 has been compiled from official information.

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Written by Traci Dutton Ludwig

Published: 15 June 2023

Created: 15 June 2023

Last Updated: 15 June 2023

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Photo Credit: Michelle LichtenbergBullet fired: On June 12, police received a report of a bullet fired through a Chateaux Circle window. Investigation confirmed that a bullet had entered the window and become lodged in a wall. Police took the bullet into evidence. This matter is under active investigation.

Arrested

On Wednesday afternoon June 7 around 3 pm police received a call from The Ambassador of Scarsdale, an assisted living facility on Saxon Woods Road. The caller said that an employee was threatening to kill another employee so police rushed to the scene. According to police, two kitchen employees got into an argument and one threatened to shoot the other with a gun.

Shortly afterwards, the employee fled on foot down Mamaroneck Road. A description of the suspect was issued and police were able to track him to the Saxon Woods Pool where he was arrested.

However, it turns out that though he threatened to shoot, he never displayed a gun and did not have one when he was arrested. Police also searched his route to see if a gun had been discarded but none was found.

Ultimately Timothy Shawn Crawford of New Rochelle was arrested for menacing in the third degree. He was released pending a 6-14 court date.

Arrest on warrant
Greenburgh police advised they had Jesus M. Rivera, 32, of Long Island City, in custody June 5. Rivera was showing an active arrest from Scarsdale. Police picked him up and processed his arrest in Scarsdale. He was released on his own recognizance with an appearance ticket for Village Justice Court.

Stolen car
A $30,000 2015 Honda Accord car was stolen from an Elm Road driveway overnight June 5 and reported June 6. This same night, numerous car break-ins also occurred on the same street.

Stolen
A contractor reported $4,000 worth of power tools were stolen from his enclosed trailer on Church Lane June 5.

A $700 bicycle, helmet and lock were stolen from East Parkway June 7. The bike had been left at the rack, locked.

Car breaks-ins
On June 6, an Elm Road caller reported an unknown party entered his vehicle in the overnight period 600 and stole the owner's manual, registration card, insurance card and two packs of gum.

On June 6, another Elm Road resident reported a car-break-in around 11:30 pm the previous night. Items said to be missing included the vehicle registration, sunglasses, gum and chips. The complainant advised that multiple residences on Elm Road had their vehicles rummaged through on the same date and time.

A third Elm Road resident also reported a car break the morning of June 6. This resident stated that she had become complacent and left both vehicles unlocked. The only item taken was a garage door opener.

Items were stolen out of a parked car on East Parkway June 7. Items included boxing equipment, duffle bags and backpacks, a laptop computer and personal items.

On June 8, an Elm Road resident reported her car was broken into on June 5. Stolen from the vehicle included the registration, insurance card, manual, EZ pass, five dollars in quarters, a detached garage opener and a NYC parking pass.

On June 8, items were stolen from a parked car on Boniface Circle. These included a rain jacket, three pairs of shoes and a travel bag.

A car ‘s windows were shattered on Chesterfield Road, and an iPad and new Apple products were stolen from the car around 3 p.m., June 8. The owner said she parked her car in her driveway for about 10 minutes with the intention of spending about 10 minutes inside the house before driving to the airport to pick up a family member. She returned and found the window shattered. She initially believed the window had been shattered accidentally by debris and began making arrangements for her family member to be picked up and for the car to be repaired. After such arrangements were made, she returned to the vehicle and realized items were missing from within. Missing items were reported to be the iPad and accessories purchased on the date approximately $1,000 total. Also reported missing was the caller's older iPad.

Scams
On June 5, a Crossway resident reported receiving a scam call, but she said she did not fall for it and hung up.

On June 6, a caller advised that her father might have fallen victim to an Internet
scam. The caller stated that her father made arrangements with a party purporting to be a representative of CVS pharmacy in Mamaroneck to have photographs printed. The caller states that she contacted CVS in Mamaroneck and they advised that they do not offer that service. The caller further advised that the party claiming to be from CVS would be responding to her parents' residence at 3 pm on this date. Police advised her to call police if someone arrived.

On June 9, a Chesterfield Road resident reported a scam phone call. The caller on the line tried to receive a monetary transaction through fraudulent means. The unknown calling party told the resident that her grandson was in trouble, and he needed $9,680 for legal services.

Help
On June 6, a walk-in party advised of concern for his adult son's wellbeing. The party advised that his son was operating a 2017 White Ford Escape equipped with a GPS. The GPS was indicating that the vehicle was in Scarsdale on Post Road, and the party was worried that his son may have had car trouble. A check of the calls over the past two days showed that police did not have any interaction with that party or vehicle. The reporting party advised that the GPS was malfunctioning and requested that police contact him if the department has any contact with his son.

A Fox Meadow Road woman complained that a woman was taking pictures of her house June 7. Patrol spoke with the caller who described that, after returning home from work, a woman was parked at the end of a nearby roadway taking pictures of her house. The caller stated that when she parked her car and began to exit it, the woman got into her own car and drove away. The caller understood it was not illegal to take pictures in a public space but felt the activity was suspicious. The caller said no factors that usually accompany this activity were present, such as a delivery being made or a nearby residence being listed for sale. The listed party provided a picture of the vehicle involved and a check of the registration came back to a nearby address. The woman taking pictures described by the caller matched that of the listed vehicle owner.

Cars and roadways
Verizon was notified about low-hanging wires on Sprague Road June 6.
Police advised workers to refrain from using a Franklin Road driveway to turn around June 8. On June 10, the homeowner stated she thought the trucks had damaged her driveway.

On June 8, police noticed a car with scofflaw status parked in Village center. The owner was advised to rectify and pay all outstanding parking fines immediately. The owner went to Village Hall and paid the fines.

An Olmsted Road resident was advised to trim branches of a tree overhanging the roadway June 10.

On June 10, police placed a cone in a Shawnee Road pothole and notified the highway department for repair.

On June 11, a Tompkins Road resident complained that a mobile car washing company was creating puddles of soapy water in front of her house. She said it was a hazard to walk to her vehicles, which were parked on the street. Patrol observed stains of dried water in front of her house and two very small puddles. Patrol observed the washing aftermath did not affect the roadway nor was not near any parked vehicle. Patrol also observed the resident’s driveway was not in use. The listed husband stated they utilize their driveway during the night, however, they prefer to park their vehicles on the street during the day. While on scene patrol observed both parties walk to their vehicles without incident. The listed complainant requested the car washing company "clean" the roadway with additional water. Patrol informed the resident and her husband that additional water would cause a hazard, and it is better for the water to continue to dry. Patrol spoke to the car-washing employee who stated the washing of neighbor’s vehicles was done, and in the future, they will clean vehicles in a driveway.

On June 11, a USDPS vehicle was parked, unoccupied on Chase Road, with its hazard lights flashing for approximately 12 hours. After 10 p.m., police turned off the lights and held the keys at headquarters for safekeeping. The postal agency was notified.

Six car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.

Civil matter
On June 7, a Fenimore Road woman reported her neighbor’s tree removal contractors broke her basement door’s windows when debris hit it. Patrol observed the shattered windows along with debris from a tree stump. She stated the listed company acknowledged their fault in the matter and said they would compensate her.

On June 10, a Fox Meadow Road woman reported her neighbor cut branches on her evergreen tree. The complainant feels the tree was cut improperly. The complainant has been in contact with her lawyer in regard to this incident. It was suggested that the complaint consult with the Scarsdale Village Hall on this matter as they are better equipped and have a vast knowledge on this subject to remedy this civil incident.

On June 10, a Fox Meadow Road resident called police alleging intimidation by a neighbor. This resident stated that she recently had workers at her home cut back branches to an evergreen tree that hang over her property. She stated that the tree is on her neighbor's property. The complainant stated her lawyer contacted her neighbor about this tree. The complainant had also notified Village Hall about this tree issue and received a permit. Nevertheless, she felt intimidated by the neighbor who sometimes curses at her and alleges photographs the property. Her husband felt that the neighbor also calls police to intimidate them. Patrol reassured the resident that she can call SPD any time and police are there to help all residents.

Animals
An animal rehabilitator picked up an injured cat on Mamaroneck Road June 7.

Lost and found
A Fox Meadow Road woman reported losing her gold bracelet at the music festival in Village center June 5.

A purse containing a belt, utility gloves, gift cards and loyalty cards found on Post Road was given to police for safekeeping June 5.

Police notified the owner of a lost cell phone, found in NYC, about where the phone could be picked up June 10.

Village code
Kids swimming on Brite Avenue were asked to lower the volume of music after neighbors complained of noise June 5.

An illegally posted sign on Butler Road was removed June 5.

Police issued a summons to the company responsible for a youth solicitor going door to door on Brewster Road without a permit June 8.

On June 9, an organization was advised they needed a permit to solicit in the Village.

Police advised workers on Drake Road of allowable work times June 10.

Firefighters
On June 7, firefighters were called to investigate a smoke odor in Village Hall. Fire department crews investigated all levels of the structure with gas meters. There were only negative readings. Firefighters did however detect an odor of a petroleum-based product reminiscent of heating oil. This odor was traced to a utility room on the first floor that houses air handler equipment. Within this room, crews encountered a newly replaced fan motor. Upon inquiry, the building custodian stated that HVAC repair workers were working on the system throughout the day. Workers had replaced an air handler motor and lubricated seized bearings with oil. The project manager stated that he had questioned the workers concerning the odor upon repair completion and was advised that the odor would dissipate shortly. The project manager stated that he would follow-up on the odor the next day.

Firefighters assisted at a head-on car accident on Popham Road June 7.

On June 9, firefighters assisted at a car accident on Secor Road involving a car on the golf course.

This report covering police and fire department activity from June 5-11 has been compiled from official information.

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Written by Traci Dutton Ludwig

Published: 01 June 2023

Created: 01 June 2023

Last Updated: 02 June 2023

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Arrested: a Bradley Road man was arrested and charged with endangering the welfare of a child after he permitted his eight-year-old and two-year-old to be home alone, and the children were found wandering in the roadway. The arrest report claimed a similar previous incident had also occurred. He was released on his own recognizance with a future court date.

Stolen
A Cayuga Road resident reported the disappearance of three watches – two Cartier and one Rolex with a combined value of $20,000 – from her house May 22. She last saw them in a bedroom closet in March. She contacted a housekeeper who was the last known person in the house, but she did not hear back.

A Boulevard mother reported her daughter’s basketball bag was stolen from her front porch May 25. It contained sports equipment.

Two packages delivered by Amazon were stolen from a Rock Creek Lane porch May 27. They contained electrical prong converters, valued at $5 each.

Smell Smoke?

On Tuesday afternoon many residents noticed the acrid smell of smoke in the air. Turns out they were not imagining it. The National Weather Service reported that a plume of Canadian wildfire smoke drifted over our area and caused the smell and a decrease in air quality. The haze extended across much of New York State and into the Hudson Valley. The National Weather Service in Albany said, "Smoke from Nova Scotia wildfires is (moving) westward. This smoke is being smelled at ground level. Be alert if you are planning to be outside later today/tonight. Smoke can hurt your eyes, irritate your lungs and worsen respiratory illnesses."

 Car break-in

On May 23, a man attempted to break into a parked car on Franklin Road.

Identity theft
On May 22, an Edgewood Road man reported that a forged check was cashed in his name for $9,800.

On May 27, an Edgewood Road man reported someone fraudulently attempted to withdraw money from his pension account.

Harassment
A Brewster Road woman alleged that a neighbor pushed her and videotaped her May 27. The neighbor said he was video-documenting work that required a permit. He denied pushing her. They were disputing the property line. Police advised them to consult with Village Hall.

Help
On May 22, police performed a welfare check of a Palmer Avenue resident.

Police mediated a dispute between a married couple in Edgewood May 27.

Death
A caller reported his 85-year-old mother who lived at Christie Place passed away at home May 26.

Cars and roadways
A bus carrying one child got into an accident at Church Lane and Popham Road May 22. No injuries were reported.

On May 22, police helped a driver who ran out of gas on Mamaroneck Road.

A “aggressive” man told police he thought he was being targeted by parking enforcement on Depot Place May 23. Police advised him to follow parking rules and address his concerns at Village Hall.

Police put a manhole cover back in place at Murray Hill Road May 23.

Police asked a driver to move her illegally parked car on Brewster Road, and they issued a warning May 23.

A parked car on Tompkins Road has a valid registration as per DMV, but it was showing an expired sticker and expired inspection May 24. Police issued a warning.

Highway workers removed a dead squirrel from Richbell Road May 27.

Police towed a car parked on Post Road May 28.

Four car accidents were reported in the Village this week.

Village code
Illegally posted signs on Brewster Road and Sage Terrace were removed as per police instruction May 22. They removed and discarded a sign from Crane Road May 25.

Two solicitors on Mamaroneck and Park roads were told they needed permits to work the Village May 25. On May 26, they were still soliciting in the Village, and they received summonses.

On May 26, workers were told to start work at a permissible time at an Old Lyme Road job site.

Teen siblings were arguing loudly over a news article and neighbors complained May 28. They and their mother apologized.

Animals
Police advised a Ridgecrest West resident that neighbors complained about the resident’s barking dog May 27. The resident said she would keep the dog away from guests to encourage the dog to be quiet.

On May 28, a barking dog was brought inside a Spruce Lane house after neighbors complained.

Lost and found
On May 23, a Heathcote Road man reported losing his license in the Village.

A woman found an iPhone on Spencer Place and gave it to police May 27.

Keys were found on Birchall Drive May 27. Police vouchered them.

Firefighters
Firefighters assisted with a car accident on Saxon Woods Road May 22.
Firefighters removed a teargas incendiary device from a Woodlands Place location May 22. A Westchester County bomb squad picked it up.
Firefighters helped an elderly Saxon Woods Road resident get back in bed May 22.
Gas-powered saws created a carbon monoxide buildup in a Spier Road basement May 23. Firefighters ventilated and instructed workers on proper and unsafe use of equipment. A building department inspector was called to examine the structural integrity of work in progress.
Firefighters helped EMS workers with a patient who fell on Tisdale Road May 23.
Smoke on Locust Lane was traced to an improper burn in a drum in a resident’s backyard May 25. Firefighters instructed the homeowner about proper fire pit use and put out the fire with a garden hose.
On May 27, firefighters assisted with a malfunctioning sprinkler system on Crest Lane.

This report, covering police and fire department activity from May 22- 28, has been compiled by official information.

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