Police Report: Burglaries, Car Break-ins, Washed Checks and Unusual Calls this Week
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Photo Credit: Shelley GrafsteinBurglary: On Sept. 2, a fence was damaged and a boy’s bicycle and miscellaneous items were stolen from a Secor Rd. property.
On Sept. 6, a Jefferson Rd. woman reported that her house had been burglarized. The front door was broken, and the house was tossed.
On Sept. 6, a daughter reported her mother’s Montgomery Rd. house had been burglarized. The house loosed tossed, but no sign of forced entry was observed.
Car break-ins
On Sept. 3, at 4 a.m., a Lee Rd. resident reported his car was being broken into by a man dressed in black, wearing a mask. The incident was captured by a doorbell camera.
On Sept. 3, a Sprague Rd. woman reported that she went out and got in her car and it looked like someone had entered the car, tossed its contents and stolen some loose change. Later, on Sept. 3, another Sprague Rd. resident also reported that their car had been entered and rummaged through.
Stolen checks
On Sept. 3, a Lincoln Rd. woman reported that she mailed a check for $8,050 from a mailbox at the “five corners” intersection on Aug. 6. It was intercepted by an unknown person, washed to indicate another recipient’s name and cashed by that unknown person.
On Sept. 4, a Brewster Rd. resident that two checks, mailed out on two separate dates in later July, were intercepted, washed and cashed by unknown parties. The two checks totaled over $9,000.
Wanted
Police stopped a car on Harvest Dr. and learned that the driver was wanted for menacing and a firearms complaint, issued out of another jurisdiction Sept. 3. Police stood by until the incident was handled by NY State Police and the other jurisdiction.
Missing package
On Sept. 1, a Murray Hill Rd. woman reported that she never actually received a package that was allegedly delivered in May 2026. She received a delivery confirmation, but the delivery confirmation did not document the delivery with a photo of the delivered package. The package contained three items of clothing with a combined value of $957.39.
Identity theft
On Sept. 1, a resident reported that his tax return was not accepted by the IRS because someone else used his children’s Social Security numbers to fraudulently list the children as dependents on another tax return.
On Sept. 4, a Christie Place resident reported a fraudulent transaction on one of her accounts.
Damage
The lock to the sanitation yard’s donation shed on Secor Rd. was damaged, as if someone was trying to break into the shed. The matter was reported Sept. 2.
Domestic matters
On Sept. 4, an Overhill Rd. resident requested that a family member be told that he was not welcome at the resident’s home or property. After police spoke with the family member, he left the property.
On Sept. 4, a person came to headquarters to report that more than five years ago his mother allegedly raised a tennis racket to him but did not hit him.
Diapers
On Sept. 4, a Putnam Rd. caller reported that someone has been throwing bags with soiled diapers onto his yard for a period of time. Police observed two plastic bags containing soiled diapers behind a bush.
Homeless man
On Sept. 4, police asked a homeless man to leave a trash room on Depot Place.
Concerns
On Sept. 5, a caller reported that a person on the third floor of a Christie Place building might be in need of assistance. Police went to the site and spoke with a man who said his mother suffers from dementia and sometimes attempt to get out of the home, possibly alarming the person who saw her through a window. All was in good order.
On Sept. 5, a Palmer Ave. woman thought someone might have entered her home. She related that a set of keys seemed to be missing, and a landline phone was no longer working. She said she was home all day and did not notice anyone inside the house. Police checked the house, and everything seemed to be in good order, with no signs of attempted forced entry.
Civil matter
On Aug. 31, a Brambach Rd. woman reported that pest control company picked up devices from her yard without her permission after she canceled a contract with them. She claimed that the devices did not actually belong to that company, but rather to a previous pest control company. Police advised it was a civil matter.
On Sept. 4, a patient was late to an Overhill Rd. doctor’s appointment, and the doctor would not see the patient at that later time due to scheduling conflicts. The patient was allegedly angry, starting to be disruptive and would not leave the office. Police mediated the situation. It was a civil matter.
Help
On Sept. 2, police helped connect a representative from a Washington State hospital with a brother of a person being treated at the hospital. The brother is a Scarsdale resident. Police connected them.
A possibly homeless woman, around 20 years old, asked a Reynal Crossing homeowner for a ride Sept. 3. The homeowner called police. Police offered assistance to the woman, but she refused. Police directed her to a bus stop nearby.
Police mediated a dispute between a woman who claimed she was not being taken to medical appointments and her home health aide and family members Sept. 3. It was determined the woman was suffering from dementia.
On Sept. 5, police called Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps to help a woman with diarrhea on East Parkway.
Bicyclist throwing objects
On Sept. 3, a caller reported that a man on a bicycle was throwing things at cars passing by on Walworth Ave. His was described as having dreadlocks. He was not there when police arrived to investigate the report.
Cars and roadways
Police called a tow for a disabled car on Fenimore Rd. Aug. 31.
Police removed a branch from Secor Rd. Sept. 1.
A resident was asked to remove a disabled car from potter Rd. after neighbors complained about it being there for too long Sept. 1.
Police conducted traffic around a disabled car on Post Rd. until a tow arrived Sept. 2.
Police removed a branch from Heathcote Rd. Sept. 2.
On Sept. 2, police issued a summons to an illegally parked motorcycle on Montrose Rd.
On Sept. 3, a rusty street sign fell over on Boulevard. Police picked it up for replacement by the highway department.
Police issued a summons to an illegally parked car on Wayside Ln. Aug. 3.
Police removed a concrete black from Post Rd. and Wayside Ln. Sept. 3.
Following a car accident on Saxon Woods Erd., police directed traffic around the involved cars until a tow arrived to remove them.
Traffic cones were blocking traffic on Hutchinson Ave. Sept. 5. Police moved them out of the way.
On Sept. 6, police asked owners of cars on Murray Hill Rd. to move them to ease traffic flow. The cars belonged to guests attending a birthday party on the street.
On Sept. 6, a car was repossessed on Mamaroneck Rd.
This week, police conducted traffic stops and issued registration or licensing violations to two drivers.
Village code
Police dispersed teens from a Fox Meadow Rd. lawn Sept. 5.
On Sept. 6, police asked a Greendale Rd. resident to lower the volume of music in their house after neighbors complained of noise.
On Sept. 6, police asked a Springdale Rd. resident to lower the volume of music in their house after neighbors complained of noise.
Animals
On Sept. 5, a dog was running loose on a sports field on Wayside Ln. Police issued the owner a summons for having a dog off leash on the field. The owner was unable to catch the dog while police were there.
Three women found a dog named Oreo on Post Rd. and brought it to headquarters. Police contacted the owner, a resident of Scarsdale. The owner picked up the dog.
Lost and found
On Aug. 31, police returned an iPhone found on Cushman Rd. to its owner by reaching out to a person listed as an emergency contact.
On Sept. 6, a firefighter found a car key fob for a Mercedes Benz on Post Rd. and gave it to police.
Firefighters
On Aug. 31, firefighters checked a Murray Hill Rd. house with Con Edison for a reported gas leak.
Firefighters assisted at a car accident on Post Rd. Aug. 31.
On Sept. 1, firefighters checked a Carthage Rd. house due to high moisture levels. Firefighters advised the resident to turn on the air conditioning system, and they recommending speaking with a HVAC consultant.
After responding to a call about an odor in a Carthage Rd. house, firefighters helped the resident connect a hose to the dryer Sept. 3.
On Sept. 3, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a gas odor in a Harvest Dr. house. Con Edison red-tagged leaking appliances.
On Sept. 4, firefighters relet a pilot light in a Popham Rd. oven.
Pipes were leaking in a Griffen Ave basement Sept. 5. Firefighters isolated the leak and shut power to related utilities Sept. 5. They recommended to call a plumber.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Aug. 31 - Sept. 6 has been compiled from official information.
Two Arrested in Village This Week and Harwood Ct. Business Reports Theft of Goods Due to Bad Check
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Arrests: On Aug. 26, following a traffic stop on Garth Rd., police arrested a driver -- Jhon A. Escobar Renao, 37, of Yonkers. He was charged with vehicle and traffic offenses including driving the wrong direction on a one-way street, second-degree unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and operation of a motor vehicle by an unlicensed driver. He was released with an appearance ticket on his own recognizance.
On Aug. 28, police received a call from Ardsley police because an individual wanted in Scarsdale on a bench warrant had been picked up for another offense in Ardsley. Scarsdale police went to Ardsley to pick up the defendant. -- Olga Dimopoulos, also known as Christine Dimopoulos, 58. She was charged with failure to appear in court, which was the reason for the bench warrant against her. Following her arrest, she was issued an appearance ticket and released on her own recognizance.
Stolen
On Aug. 28, a Harwood Ct. business owner reported a theft from the business due to a customer, from Yonkers, issuing a bad check. At least 17 items were stolen from the business.
Scam
On Aug. 30, a Mamaroneck Rd. woman reported receiving a call from an unknown person asking for $4,000 to be sent to the person to help resolve legal issues related to the woman's son. The woman sent the money to the unknown caller. Later, she realized it was a scam.
Dispute
On Aug. 25, police helped mediate a dispute between a Christie Place resident and a home health aide. The process of changing aides was explained to the resident.
A Palmer Ave. resident told a Palmer Ave. bank employee that she was afraid to go home due to a dispute with a neighbor Aug. 26. The bank employee called the police. Police spoke with the resident who said she was not really afraid to go home. She refused assistance.
Cars and roadways
On Aug. 26, police removed a fallen utility wire from Walworth Ave.
On Aug. 28, police asked drivers to move construction vehicles parked on Fox Meadow Rd. to improve traffic flow.
The highway department and utility companies were notified about a branch on wires on Kelwynne Rd. Aug. 30.
This week, summonses were issued to four drivers for registration and licensing violations at traffic stops in the Village.
One car accident was officially reported in the Village this week.
Animals
On Aug. 27, a raccoon was hissing at a woman on Butler Rd. Police went to the scene and the animal appeared aggressive and would not move. It was in a location where police could not safely remove it. Police recommended that the woman call a trapper.
Village code
Police removed and discarded illegally posted signs from Heathcote Rd. Aug. 24, Penn Blvd. Aug. 25, Vernon Rd. Aug. 26 and Post Rd. Aug. 29.
Four individuals were found at the sanitation yard after dark Aug. 25. Police escorted them back to their cars, and the individuals were told to return during regular business hours.
On Aug. 29, workers were working at an Aspen Rd. house outside of allowable hours. Police advised workers of Village code, and the workers stopped.
Construction workers were playing loud music on Aspen Rd. Aug. 29. Police advised them that neighbors had complained of noise. The volume was promptly lowered.
Lost and found
On Aug. 24, a passerby found a credit card on Dept Place and gave it to police. Police contacted the owner. The owner sent her husband to headquarters to pick up the card.
Firefighters
On Aug. 24, firefighters locked out a malfunctioning elevator at Depot Place at the Scarsdale train station.
On Aug. 25, firefighters cut an old bike lock on Meadow Rd.
Particle board behind a stainless steel backing plate on an Autenreith Rd. stove ignited Aug. 25. Firefighters extinguished the board and recommended calling a plumber and contractor to reconnect the stove and repair the damage.
Firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Bronx River Parkway Aug. 26.
On Aug. 26, firefighters observed workers in a 3 ft. by 6 ft. trench at Mamaroneck Rd. and Palmer Ave. They advised work to stop until the trench was reinforced by shoring for safety.
On Aug. 27, firefighters assisted Greenburgh firefighters at a structure fire in Hartsdale.
A gas odor was detected in a Montgomery Rd. house Aug. 28, Firefighters stood by for Con Edison. It was determined that a contractor working on a gas fireplace forgot to reignite the pilot light.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Aug. 24 - 30, has been compiled from official information.
Police Report: Gambling Den Raided, Fatal Motorcycle Accident, Masked Thieves Steal Merchandise at 7-Eleven
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New Rochelle Police make arrests at Gambling Den: On Aug. 21, 2026, at approximately 8:30 pm, members of the New Rochelle police department's criminal investigations division executed a search warrant at 142 Union Avenue, commonly known as the Union Avenue Sports Bar. During the search, investigators located a private room in the rear of the establishment where illicit gambling activity was occurring. Investigators seized four video-style slot machines. The business will be referred to the New York State Liquor Authority for multiple violations and a license review. Gisselle Lopez, 35, of New Rochelle, was arrested on site. She is accused of four misdemeanor counts of possession of a gambling device and one misdemeanor count of promoting gambling in the second degree, Lopez was issued a desk appearance ticket returnable on Sept. 1, She was released, pending further court action.
Fatal motorcycle accident in New Rochelle
At approximately 12:00 am,. Aug. 25, New Rochelle police responded to a report of a serious motorcycle accident on the northbound lane of Pinebrook Boulevard near the intersection of Beechmont Dr. in New Rochelle. Upon arrival, officers discovered that a motorcycle had collided with a metal bollard surrounding an electrical utility box located just off the roadway. The driver, a 27-year-old male resident of New Rochelle, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The passenger, an 18-year-old male, sustained minor injuries and received treatment from emergency medical personnel.The cause of the accident remains under active investigation. The identities of both the deceased driver and the passenger are being withheld pending proper notification of family members. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that could assist investigators is urged to call the New Rochelle police department on the non-emergency line at (914) 654-2300.
Arrested
On Aug. 19, Qing Gao, of Hampton Rd., turned herself in at police headquarters based on a warrant issued for failure to appear in court. She was charged with third-degree bail jumping. She was arraigned, fingerprinted and released on her own recognizance.
Following a traffic stop on Mamaroneck Rd., on Aug. 20, police arrested Jeffrey Lopez, 50, of the Bronx, on charges of driving while using a portable electronic device, second-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, driving left of pavement markings, unsafe moving from a lane, operation of a motor vehicle by an unlicensed driver and operation of a motor vehicle without insurance.Police learned during the license check that it had been suspended previously. Lopez was released on his own recognizance with an appearance ticket for Village Justice Court.
Stoplifting
Around 2 am, Aug. 24, police received an anonymous call reporting that three individuals inside the 7-Eleven store, on Scarsdale Ave., shoved the employee and stole merchandise. Patrol arrived and learned that three unknown individuals wearing ski masks entered the store with a backpack, removed unknown items and fled on foot. Patrol spoke with the involved employee, who stated he was unable to determine what items were taken, and he did not have access to the store's surveillance cameras. The employee further stated he was not injured and does not wish to press charges at this time.
Car break-ins
On Aug. 18, a Heathcote Rd. woman reported that her handbag had been stolen from her parked car overnight. She had doorbell camera footage of the incident.
A Johnson Rd. resident and a Forest Lane resident each reported that their cars were entered overnight from Aug. 21 into Aug. 22. Nothing of significant value was reported missing. The cars' interiors were rummaged through. During that same overnight period, a car was rummaged through on Madison Ave., and the owner's wallet, driver's license and at least six other items were stolen.
Scams and identity theft
On Aug. 17, a Fox Meadow Rd. resident advised that she received a letter from a university loan office stating she was approved as a cosigner for a $9,500 loan. She said she never applied for a loan and called the university to inform them. The university loan office flagged this as fraudulent. The woman's credit is credit is currently on a freeze.
On Aug. 22, a Gorham Court resident reported being the victim of online fraud. He found multiple unauthorized charges on his credit card.
On Aug. 22, patrol met with a Parkfield Rd. man regarding a check that he believed had been taken from his home and cashed by a hired nanny. The check was prepared in the name of the nanny without his authorization. He asked the nanny about the check and stated that she denied preparing and cashing it.
Trespassing
On Aug. 22, a Brite Ave. resident reported that an individual was on her back porch and she would like him to leave her property. She further stated that he has been told in the past that he is not welcome on her property. Patrol met with the man and advised him that he was no longer welcome on the property. He left without incident.
Missing
On Aug. 22, a Palmer Ave. resident reported she could not find various items inside her house. She stated she discovered a window that she had left unlocked and believed someone had entered her residence without her permission over the past four nights. The resident was uncooperative and did not allow police to conduct an investigation to gather evidence. She even requested that patrol leave her residence.
Siding
On Aug. 21, a Mayflower Rd. woman reported that a man entered her property on Aug. 20 around 3 or 4 pm. He was carrying a hammer, and he used ti to remove a piece of siding from her house. She yelled at him to stop. She told him she did not want any siding removed. It was apparently a mistake. The man attempted to reinstall the siding. The woman stated the individual left without incident. The woman still has damage on her siding but only wished to document the incident and not press formal charges. The individual was described as a white man with a grey beard, wearing a blue bandana, neon shirt and jeans. The individual operated a white Honda SUV or truck.
Welfare check
On Aug. 21, police checked the welfare of a Colvin Rd. resident. Everything was in good order.
Cars and roadways
The highway department was notified about a fallen tree on Eton Rd. Aug. 18.
Police removed a fiber optic cable from a Boulevard driveway on Aug. 18.
On Aug. 18, police removed a fallen wire from Ferncliff Rd. and notified Verizon.
On Aug. 18, police assisted a driver with a flat tire move her car away from Post Rd. to safely wait for a tow.
On Aug. 20, police notified Con Edison about a tree on wires on Church Lane.
Fallen trees and power lines were down on Brite Ave. Aug. 20.
Flooding caused Clarence and Sprague roads to be closed on Aug. 20.
A traffic signal was out at Fenimore Rd. and Walworth Ave. Police erected a portable stop sign.
Police moved a fallen tree branch from Post Rd. Aug. 22.
Two car accidents were reported in the Village this week.
Teens
On Aug. 22, police dispersed a group of approximately five teens from Edgewood School grounds after dark.
Dogs
A lost dog was reunited with its owner on Whig Rd. Aug. 18.
A lost dog was reunited with its owner on Oak Lane Aug. 19. Police issued the owner appropriate summonses.
A Brite Ave. caller requested emergency medical services due to a dog bite Aug. 21. The bite occurred when the dog's owner was letting the dog out of the owner's car in a shared driveway.
Village code
On Aug. 17, a young girl was fishing, catch and release style, at Olmsted Pond with her grandparents. Police explained that fishing in Village ponds was not permitted.
Police removed and discarded illegally placed signs from Walworth Ave Aug. 18, Fox Meadow Rd. Aug. 19, Rock Creek Lane Aug. 20, Mamaroneck Rd. Aug. 21 and Heathcote Rd. Aug. 22. Summonses were issued as appropriate.
A pool party on Brite Ave. was too loud, and neighbors complained Aug. 22. Police advised the homeowner who agreed to make sure her guests got quieter.
Lost and found
On Aug. 17, a Popham Rd. woman reported that on July 31, she went to Chase Bank and withdrew $450. Upon returning home, she found she only had the receipt for the transaction in her purse. She could not find the envelope containing the cash. She believed she left it on the counter. The bank required a report to review security footage, she said.
On Aug. 20, a Montrose Rd. resident reported losing a license plate somewhere in the Village.
On Aug. 22, a Hutchinson Ave. resident reported losing a license plate somewhere in the Village.
Firefighters
On Aug. 19, Firefighters stood by for Con Edison while ventilating a Harvest Dr. house due to a gas odor.
On Aug. 19, firefighters assisted the Greenville fire department in overhauling a school building affected by a fire in Greenburgh.
On Aug. 20, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of an arcing wire, with a tree leaning on it.
On Aug. 20, Heathcote Rd. basement was flooding, and the electrical panel was compromised. Firefighters found water entering the basement through the wall where the electrical ground entered the foundation. foundation. The ground was saturated with water from a storm; the high water table was creating a water condition. Firefighters isolated the water condition in the basement to prevent intrusion on the electrical panel. The electrical panel was dry and not compromised. The water condition was being exacerbated by a water
drainage issue. Water from an interior sump pump and a leader pipe from the roof deposited water near a basement window, above the electrical panel. Firefighters dug a culvert to direct water away from the structure.They also pumped out an exterior drainage pit in the front yard. The drainage piping between the leader pipe on the house and the drainage pit appeared to be compromised. The PVC pipe from the drainage pit to the storm
sewer system also appeared to be clogged. Firefighters drained water levels as much as possible and advised servicing the water protection system.
Firefighters assisted the Greenville fire department with a structure fire in a commercial building on Central Ave. Aug. 21.
Firefighters assisted at car accidents on the Bronx River Parkway Aug. 21 and 22.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Aug. 17 - 23, plus breaking news, has been compiled from official information.
Stolen Range Rover, Unlicensed Moped Driver and a Dog Bite
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Catherine Road culvert replacement: Photo credit: Jon MarkStolen: On Aug. 15, a Rugby Lane woman was selling items including a large cat scratching post, on Facebook Marketplace. The buyer of the scratching post allegedly picked up the item, without paying for it. A friend of the woman reported the matter to police.
A dark gray Range Rover Sport was stolen from a Harvest Dr. driveway overnight and reported Aug. 15.
Gas line
A contractor struck a gas line on Innes Rd. Aug. 14. Police and firefighters stood by for Con Edison.
Cars and roadways
On Aug. 11, police notified the highway department to pick up a dead animal from Post Rd.
On Aug. 12, a Continental Rd. woman reported it took her an extra 45 minutes to get home due to nearby construction and incorrect directions from workers blocking roadways.Police advised workers on scene.
A driver reported that local paving crews at Mamaroneck and Colonial roads would not let him get to his house Aug. 12.
Verizon was informed of a low-hanging wire on Windmill Circle Aug. 13.
A disabled car was towed from Mamaroneck Rd. Aug. 15.
Police notified Con Edison about a tree branch hanging in an electrical wire on Copper Beech Ln. Aug. 15.
A 15-year-old boy sustained a broken wrist and was transported to the hospital following a moped accident at Griffen Ave. and Mamaroneck Rd. Aug. 15. Police explained regulations regarding underage and unlicensed use of vehicles.
Verizon was informed of a low-hanging wire on Church Ln. Aug. 16.
A water main break occurred on Circle Rd. Aug. 16. The water department was informed.
A tree limb knocked out power on Drake Rd. Aug. 16. Police notified Con Edison.
Civil matters
On Aug. 10, a man walked into headquarters advising that he wished to take the Church to small claims court. Patrol advised him that it was a civil matter. The man then went to the court to discuss his options.
On Aug. 12, a Brite Ave. resident reported an incident with a person from whom he was buying a car over the internet. After purchasing the vehicle, both parties agreed to meet at the DMV to clear up a title issue. The seller then blocked the buyer and could not be reached again. The Brite Ave. buyer was then able to contact the original owner who agreed to obtain a new title to sign over to the buyer. The buyer requested a police report for documentation purposes.
Teens
On Aug. 10, police dispersed a group of teens from Scarsdale Ave.
On Aug. 15, police dispersed a group of teens playing basketball from Boulevard.
Dogs
On Aug. 14, a Stratton Rd. dog owner reported two Heathcote Rd. dogs ran out of their yard and bit his dog.
On Aug. 15, a resident reported losing a pit bull dog in the area of Fenimore Rd.
Village code
On Aug. 10, police asked a party coordinator at Fenway Golf Club to lower the music volume at an event after nearby residents complained.
Police removed and discarded illegally posted signs on Fox Meadow Rd. and Morris Lane Aug.13.
A child was riding his bike on the high school track Aug. 14. Police advised the child's mother that bikes were not allowed on the track.
Lost and found
A Lincoln Rd. man reported one of his car's license plates has been missing since June. He made the report on Aug. 10.
A passerby brought a found wallet to headquarters Aug. 16.
Firefighters
On Aug. 10, firefighters opened a Garth Rd. business so paramedics could help an employee who was down on the ground inside.
Firefighters helped paramedics with a Brewster Rd. patient Aug. 11.
On Aug. 14, firefighters were dispatched to a Hillview Rd. house because water was leaking from a broken gauge fitting at the water main entrance to the basement. Firefighters shut the main valve in the basement to isolate the leak. They swept some standing water into the sewer trap area. They advised the resident to call a plumber for repair.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Aug. 10 - 16 has been compiled from official information.
Police Report: Stolen Package, Agressive Grandparents and Pedestrian Hit
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Stolen package: A Brite Ave. woman reported that a package was delivered and then stolen from her front porch Aug. 7.
Identity theft and scams
On Aug. 4, an Overhill Rd. woman reported that she was nearly a victim of identity theft. Someone alleged to be calling from Capital One stating that there was a fraudulent charge on her account. She did not, however, have a Capital One card. The caller then attempted to obtain personal information by putting her on the line with alleged law enforcement. She realized it was a scam.
Harassment
A man reported that a woman drove away from Boniface Circle drunk at 1 a.m., Aug. 9. Police went to the woman’s house and found her outside the car. She claimed she did not drive the car but instead got a ride. She said the man who made the report was someone who was being a nuisance to her. He was described as a man she encountered in Hartsdale, where she works. She said she was annoying her and would not leave her alone.
Pedestrian hit
A pedestrian reported being struck by a car on Westchester County property at Fenimore Rd. and the Bronx River Parkway Aug.4.
Neighbors
A Ferncliff Rd. woman reported that she was concerned with possible chemicals being used by a neighbor’s power washing contractor Aug. 4. The contractor stated he was only using water.
On Aug. 6, a Fox Meadow Rd. resident complained that a neighbor’s driveway contractor damaged her driveway. The contractor agreed to repair it.
On Aug. 8, a Brewster Rd. Woman reports she feels uncomfortable because she alleged her neighbor was filming her from his side of the property. Police advised her there was nothing criminal in nature going on.
Civil matter
On Aug. 9, a divorced couple was having a custody disagreement about visitation times, when the ex-husband’s girlfriend called 911. Police helped the ex-couple mediate the dispute.
Cars and roadways
On Aug. 3, police removed a fallen branch from Saxon Woods Rd. and a fallen tree from Vernon Rd.
On Aug. 6, a Richbell rd. resident reported an unknown car entered her garage. The car belonged to the resident’s son. He dropped by unannounced. All was in good order.
On Aug. 6, police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Brewster Rd.
A sinkhole on Magnolia Rd. was taped off in order to protect motorists and pedestrians, pending repair by the highway department, Aug. 7.
On Aug. 7, police removed fallen branches from Crane Rd. and Griffen Ave.
A stop sign fell on Murray Hill Rd. Aug. 8. Police put up a temporary stop sign.
On Aug. 8, police removed fallen branches from Mamaroneck Rd.
An erratic driver allegedly threw a water bottle at another motorist on Post Rd. Aug. 8.
Police notified Verizon about fallen wires on Ewart Rd. Aug. 9.
On Aug. 9, police removed a fallen tree from Birchall Dr.
This week, police issued summonses to four drivers for registration, insurance or licensing violations.
Two car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.
Kids and teens
A child called police alleging her grandparents were being “aggressive” Aug. 6. Police spoke with all involved parties and determined the child’s grandparents were using an “appropriate combination of guardianship and discipline regarding their granddaughter.”
Police dispersed noisy kids from a teen party on Walworth Ave. Aug. 6.
A kid was riding his bike on the high school track, possibly damaging it, Aug. 8. Police located the kid’s mother who was sitting nearby. She removed the bike from the track after police explained that bikes were prohibited on the track.
Animals
On Aug. 3, a Brook Ln. resident found an injured baby raccoon. She said she would turn it over to a rehabilitator.
On Aug. 5, an injured small animal got into an East Parkway business and died inside the location. Police helped store employees removed and dispose of the animal’s remains.
Village code
Police removed illegally posted signs from Rock Creek Lane Aug. 4, Fox Meadow Rd. Aug. 6 and Heathcote Rd. Aug. 9.
Lost and found
On Aug. 3, a Fayette Rd. woman reported losing her naturalization paperwork.
Two cell phones were found near a Fountain Terrace property Aug. 5.
Firefighters
On July 28, a Chesterfield Rd. resident started a car in her garage and caused an elevated level of carbon monoxide. Firefighters assisted with ventilation.
On July 30, firefighters helped lift a Quaker Ridge woman after she had fallen at home.
Power washing inside the Christie Place garage caused elevated CO levels. Firefighters ventilated and advised workers about safety July 31.
Firefighters ventilated a Montrose Rd. kitchen to reduce CO due to cooking without using an exhaust hood Aug. 1.
On Aug. 2, firefighters were dispatched to a car lockout at Scarsdale high school. Firefighters called a tow company to help open the car without causing damage.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Aug. 3-9, for police activity, and from July 27-Aug. 3, for fire activity, has been compiled from official information.
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