Police Report: Burglars Strike Lincoln Road. House
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Burglary: On Jan. 11, a Lincoln Rd. resident reported she came home at 11:20 p.m. and discovered her house had been burglarized. The house had been rummaged through, and numerous items were reported as stolen.
Package theft
On Jan. 8, a Madison Rd. resident reported packages were stolen from her porch.
Identity theft
On Jan. 7, a Wakefield Rd. man reported that someone opened a bank account in his name in Sept. 2024. When the suspect attempted to make a charge against the account in December, the bank flagged it as fraudulent.
On Jan. 11, a Harvest Dr. woman reported fraudulent activity on her credit card. Charges totaling $640, with a shipping address in Oregon, were transacted without her permission.
On Jan. 11, a Wakefield Rd. man reported someone opened a fraudulent credit card in his name.
Help
Police checked the welfare of a 95-year-old Walworth Ave. resident Jan. 8.
Police checked the welfare of a Parkfield Rd. resident Jan. 9.
Library employees reported a female patron in her 20’s, with dark skin, wearing white face paint and carrying several bags, was yelling at other patrons and acting disorderly Jan. 10. Police asked the patron to leave.
On Jan. 11, police were asked to return to the library to notify a disruptive patron that she was no longer permitted in the library. Barring notification was served to the patron.
A caller reported her rental car had been stolen from Freightway Rd. Jan. 11. Police discovered the car had been impounded by Eastchester police due to it being illegally parked on a sidewalk.
Cars and roadways
On Jan. 8, police advised drivers blocking a Sage Terrace driveway to move their vehicles.
Police notified Con Edison about a low-hanging wire on Church Lane Jan. 8.
Police moved a fallen wire out of traffic’s way on Carman Rd. and notified Verizon Jan. 8.
Police removed a fallen tree from Drake and Nelson roads Jan. 9.
Police moved a fallen wire out of traffic’s way on Palmer Ave. and notified Verizon Jan. 9.
A broken parking meter was reported on Chase Rd. Jan. 12.
One car accident was officially reported in the Village this week.
Civil matters
On Jan. 6, a Brambach Rd. resident called police because a contractor arrived at the residence, asking the resident to sign a contract for a previously discussed job to be done at location. When the resident told the contractor that he no longer wanted his services, the contractor did not immediately leave prompting him to call the police. The contractor then left the location prior to arrival of patrol.
Village code
Police removed illegally posted signs from Post Rd. and issued a summons to the responsible person Jan. 9.
Police removed illegally posted signs from Boulevard and issued a summons to the responsible person Jan. 10.
Lost and found
A driver reported losing license plates in the Village Jan. 8.
A Crane Rd. resident found keys in front of her house Jan. 11.
Firefighters
On Jan. 8, firefighters were dispatched to Overhill Rd. after the building was evacuated due to a fire alarm activation. Workers using a plumbing torch in the garage ignited some foam insulation. The workers extinguished the fire. Firefighters found no further evidence of fire and ventilated the area to remove the smoke.
On Jan. 10, firefighters tightened a sewer trap to eliminate an odor in the house.
Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a gas leak in a Lyons Rd. house Jan. 12.
Firefighters shut a leaking valve to a propane-fired furnace and advised the Madison Rd. residents to call a plumber Jan. 12. One firefighter fell down stairs and injured his knee while on the call.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Jan. 6-12 has been compiled from official information.
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Drunk Driver Plows Into Utility Pole, Raccoon Attacks Dog and a Dead Bird at the ATM
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Arrest: In the early morning hours of Jan. 1, a car accident involving a utility pole occurred at Crane Rd. and Church Lane, and police arrested the driver – a 22-year-old Scarsdale man – on charges of driving while intoxicated (first offense), refusal to take a breath test and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. Upon arriving at the accident scene, police and firefighters encountered a utility pole, on Crane Road, sheared off at its base and broken in half. Overhead wires connected to the pole were still intact and energized. The vehicle – a 2022 Dodge Ram truck – was located in front of a driveway, where it came to rest following the accident. The driver was able to exit the car on his own. Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps assessed the driver for injuries and transported him to Westchester Medical Center with a police chaperone. Firefighters assisted with securing the vehicle and checked the area for any potential victims related to the accident, and none were found. Con Edison was notified for a response. The utility pole adjacent to the severed pole was severely damaged and also required replacement. The underground house electrical service to a Crane Road house was damaged and needed repair. The car was removed by tow. Property damage due to the accident – from the impact and flying debris – was found at two Crane Road houses. The roadway was closed while emergency repairs were made.
Porch Pirates
On Dec. 31, an Edgewood Rd. resident reported a package had been stolen from her porch. Her doorbell camera captured footage of the package being delivered on Dec. 28 at approximately 4:48 p.m. The camera also recorded a dark sedan parking in front of the resident’s house around 4 p.m. After the package was delivered, a man wearing dark clothing and a facemask left the car, approached the house and stole the package.
A Tunstall Rd. resident asked police, on Jan. 5, to document a package theft that occurred from his doorstep on Dec. 28. The package contained the following: a limited edition Iron Valiant Pokemon card purchased from Ebay, and a Mall Adventure Super Mario Bros. Mall Adventure poster purchased from the Glitch Productions website.
Identity theft
On Jan. 3, a Saxon Woods Rd. resident reported someone hacked into her bank account and stole over $200,000.
Help
On Dec. 31, police closed an Evon Ct. garage door after it had been left open for a couple days, according to neighbors.
Police asked a homeless man who was laying down in the breezeway of a Harwood Ct. building if he needed any assistance Jan. 3. The man declined and left.
Deaths
An 83-year-old Claremont Rd. man died at home Dec. 30.
An 84-year-old Kent Rd. woman died at home Jan. 4.
Welfare check
At the request of a concerned caller, police conducted a welfare check of a Ridgedale Rd. resident, confirming the resident was OK, Dec. 30.
A health care provider requested a welfare check of a Lyons Rd. resident Dec. 31, following the resident’s recent discharge from the hospital. The resident was OK and in the process of looking for a health aide, police learned.
Civil matter
On Jan. 3, a Brite Ave. caller reported that his neighbor’s cleaning crew backed into his driveway by mistake and accidentally damaged a small wooden post at the back of he driveway. The caller wanted the incident to be documented by police.
Road rage
A woman reported a man in a white truck had been following her since she got on the highway in Connecticut Jan. 3. She called police and waited for patrol in a parking lot on Wilmot Rd. The driver of the white truck acknowledged that a road rage incident had occurred. He said he wanted the female driver to “apologize” to him and that is why he followed her. However, while waiting at the Wilmot Rd. parking location, he realized this was not a good idea and he no longer wanted to speak with the female driver. Both drivers left the scene without incident, as per police advice.
Cars and roadways
On Jan. 4, police removed a fallen branch from Overhill Rd.
On Jan. 5, a caller reported a black Jeep driving on a field on Greendale Rd. Patrol spoke to the driver who advised he was trying to sell the vehicle and thought the backdrop was a nice spot to take photographs with the vehicle. Patrol advised him to remain on the paved surfaces.
Police called a tow truck for a disabled vehicle at Mamaroneck and Murray Hill roads Jan. 5.
Village code
Police issued a summons to a solicitor on Cooper Rd. Dec. 30.
Police advised a youth solicitor on Tisdale Rd. that he needed a permit to solicit in the Village Dec. 30.
On Jan. 3, police advised a construction crew to turn off power equipment to comply with Village code concerning allowable work times. It was 6 p.m. when police made the notification.
Police removed multiple illegally posted signs from Post Rd., Fenimore Rd. and Brite Ave. Jan. 5.
Animals
On Dec. 31, an East Parkway bank teller advised that someone walked into the bank with a “dying pigeon” and left it near the ATM machine. Police arrived on scene and provided the manger with contact information for a local trapper who could remove the bird from the premises.
A dog sitter reported that a white poodle named “Peanut” got loose and was heading north in the area around Walworth Ave. Jan. 1. Police helped reunite the dog with the sitter and assisted with the safe return of the dog to its house.
A dead raccoon was blocking traffic at Secor Rd. and Hazelton Dr. Jan. 5. Police removed the animal from the roadway and notified the highway department for pickup.
At 6:30 a.m., Jan. 6, an Oak Way resident reported that a raccoon had entered his property and was actively fighting with his dog. Patrol observed the animals fighting and effectively assisted in separating them. The raccoon exited the yard following the altercation. The resident advised he would take his dog to the vet for an exam. No further police assistance was requested.
Lost and found
A passerby found a cell phone in a red case near Butler Rd. basketball courts, and he gave it to police for safekeeping Jan. 1.
On Jan. 3, a Post Rd. resident reported losing his license plates.
Firefighters
A cooking pot caught fire in a Ferncliff Rd. kitchen Dec. 30. The homeowner removed it to the sink and filled it with water to put out the fire. Firefighters removed the pot to outdoors and ventilated the house.
A gas stove was leaking gas in a Secor Rd. kitchen Dec. 30. Firefighters stood by for Con Edison and assisted with partial gas turn-off.
Grease in a Dunham Rd. oven started to smoke Dec. 31. Firefighters assisted with ventilation.
Firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Hutchinson River Parkway Jan. 1.
On Jan. 1, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a transformer explosion on Secor Rd.
Firefighters assisted at a car accident on Palmer Ave Jan. 4.
On Jan. 5, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of an outdoor gas odor on Ardmore Rd.
On Jan. 5, firefighters responded to a water condition at the Scarsdale police department substation on East Parkway. Firefighters found water freely flowing from a public toilet located in the Village garage. Firefighters shut water to the toilet and mopped up as much water as possible before it froze. Police then marked the bathroom as “out of service.”
This report covering police and fire department activity from Dec. 30 – Jan. 5, has been compiled from official information.
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Police Report: Connecticut Man Arrested for Drunk Driving and a Dispute at the Ambassador
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Arrested: On Dec. 22, a 36-year-old New Milford, Connecticut, driver was arrested following a car accident at Post and Sherbrooke roads, with the driver’s 2013 Ram pickup truck facing the wrong direction. The driver was charged with intoxicated operation of a motor vehicle with a prior conviction, refusal to take a breath test and failure to yield the right of way to an emergency vehicle. The driver was released on his own recognizance and issued an appearance ticket for Village Justice Court for Jan. 8.
Stolen
A Village employee reported someone stole a Con Edison electric meter and master lock from a platform at Scarsdale High School on Post Rd. Dec. 18.
A scooter was reported to have been stolen from a Post Rd. location Dec. 20.
Identity theft
On Dec. 18, a Brookby Rd. resident stated that she had three unauthorized charges on her credit card. The amounts of the charges were $403.48, $467.10, and $330.63 – all made on Dec. 18. She already reported the charges to the credit card company and that they requested her to contact the police.
Scam
On Dec. 16, a Drake Rd. resident reported he had been scammed out of money. He said he received a call from a caller claiming to be from Coinbase. The caller stated the resident would need to move his crypto currency from his apple wallet app to another account, or else he would be at risk of losing his funds. The resident obliged and sent $1,657 USD from his virtual wallet into another wallet, which the caller provided the account number for. After sending the funds, the complainant realized it was a scam and contacted Coinbase Tech Support. Coinbase advised that they would attempt to refund the money, but they required police documentation of the incident to proceed.
Suspicious
On Dec. 17, a UPS driver called and stated two women driving a black Mercedes sedan stopped him three times trying to get a package that was being delivered to a Catherine Rd. house. The driver stated the women were not residents of the address. Patrol responded to the location and spoke with the homeowner who was unaware of the above.
On Dec. 17, a caller reported multiple people with flashlights on his Deerfield Rd. property. Patrol arrived on scene and observed a male leaving the location. Patrol spoke with the male who advised he was a HVAC worker and came to drop some equipment off for a job the next day. The male was able to access the locked residence with a key and showed patrol the mentioned equipment with his name and the address on the label. The man secured the residence prior to police departure.
A garbage bag with suspicious contours was examined by police and was determined to contain leaves Dec. 19.
Drones
Drone sightings were reported on Greenacres Ave. and above the Scarsdale water tower this week.
Doorbell
Three female youths rang a Griffen Rd. doorbell and ran away Dec. 21. The homeowner believed the girls might have been intoxicated.
Intervention
A Christie Place business employee was having an issue with an individual, and the individual complained to police Dec. 22. Patrol arrived at the location and spoke to the calling party who stated that he was told by an employee to stop standing in front of the listed location. Patrol spoke to the employee who stated that the calling party has been entering the store and saying disrespectful things to his employees and customers. He further stated that the calling party never purchases any food but instead just walks around the store. Patrol advised the businesses to call police next time the party returns to advise him that he is not to return as per the owner of the establishment.
Policy dispute
On Dec. 20, a Saxon Woods Rd. resident reported her husband was removed from the location against his will by location staff. Patrol arrived on scene and spoke with the nursing supervisor who advised that two of their residents “cannot sleep together due to a past dispute.” Patrol was made aware of a policy by The Ambassador “against couples and disputes” that states couples cannot sleep together until matters are resolved. Patrol then spoke with the calling party who advised that her husband was taken from her room and put in another room. The calling party was advised of this policy but insisted against it. Patrol was made aware of declined mental status of this party by her son-in-law over the phone. Patrol advised him of the situation, and he was understanding and stated he would speak with The Ambassador in regards. Prior to patrol's departure, a welfare check was conducted on the calling party's husband, and all was found in good order with him.
Help
On Dec. 17, police performed a welfare check of a Popham Rd. woman after her friend thought the friend’s breathing sounded labored during a phone call.
On Dec. 18, police helped a person get out of a stuck elevator in a Greenacres Ave. house.
Civil matter
On Dec. 21, a Clarence Rd. resident reported her landlord was at her location and would not leave. Upon arrival, police spoke with the resident who stated the landlord had just left the location. The resident stated that recently a home inspector found dangerous mold throughout the residence, and she reported the issue to the listed property owner. The resident stated that she let the landlord and the landlord’s daughter into the house to see the mold. The resident stated the landlord went on to take pictures of other areas of the residence, deny the presence of mold, and claim the tenant will be evicted on January 1. The resident stated this landlord then sat down and began using her computer and refused to leave.
Cars and roadways
On Dec. 16, police stood by at the site of a disabled car until a tow arrived to assist the driver.
Police called a tow for a disabled car on Popham Rd. Dec. 17.
A Sprague Rd. resident asked police to help block a driveway because a plumbing contractor had dug a trench in the driveway to do work, and the resident wanted to prevent any potential accidents Dec. 18.
Police removed fallen branches from Bypass Dec. 19.
A parked car with its lights illuminated on Leatherstocking Lane Dec. 20 was found to be occupied two people having a conversation.
On Dec. 21, a tree fell on Stratton Rd. Police notified the highway department for removal.
Six car accidents were reported in the Village this week.
Village code
On Dec. 16, police removed an illegally posted sign from Mamaroneck Rd. and disposed of it.
On Dec. 17, police spoke with a Kelywynne Rd. nanny because the family dog was outside barking. The nanny brought the dog inside.
On Dec. 18, police dispersed a food truck from the parking lot of a Saxon Woods Rd. building.
On Dec. 20, police removed an illegally posted sign from Catherine Rd. and disposed of it.
Lost and found
On Dec. 21, a cell phone and wallet were found at the Scarsdale train station. Police identified the owner and returned the property.
Firefighters
On Dec. 16, a Vanderbilt Rd. child accidentally got locked in a bedroom, and firefighters released the child unharmed.
Firefighters helped Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps with a Marjory Lane resident who fell at home and needed help Dec. 19.
Firefighters assisted at a car accident on Weaver St. Dec. 19.
On Dec. 20, three dogs were accidentally locked inside a car on Greenacres Ave. Firefighters opened the door and released the dogs.
Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a burning transformer on Old Lyme Rd Dec. 21.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Dec. 16 – 22 has been compiled from official information.
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Police Report: A Coyote, A Dog Bite and Stolen Packages
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- Written by Traci Dutton Ludwig
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Stolen Packages: A Tunstall Rd. resident observed, via a doorbell camera, that a man wearing a black hoodie and black pants approached her doorstep and stole two packages Dec. 28. The man then left in an unknown vehicle.
Identity theft
On Dec. 26, a Fenimore Rd. resident advised that a Verizon account was opened in his name in October. It had an outstanding overdue balance of $279.53.
Domestic matter
A man called police to report that he was “about to return home” in Eastchester and was afraid about a possible physical altercation with his brother about the way the man had previously spoken with their father Dec. 27. The father advised that the brother had already left the location and does not live there.
Noise
A Wheelock Rd. resident reported hearing a “machine” noise in the house Dec. 24. Police determined the noise was coming from the house’s central vacuum system.
Help
A housekeeper allegedly locked herself out of her employer’s Rectory Lane house Dec. 27. Patrol attempted to contact the homeowner but was unsuccessful. Police advised the housekeeper of public places where she could wait for a ride back home.
Homeless
A homeless man was sleeping inside a Harwood Court lobby Dec. 28. Police advised him that he was trespassing on private property and would have to leave. He refused further assistance.
Cars and roadways
Police called a tow for a disabled car on the Bronx River Parkway and Crane Rd. Dec. 23.
Police moved a fallen cable wire off the street at Mamaroneck Rd. and Palmer Ave. Dec. 25.
On Dec. 27, police helped a driver relocate a disabled car to a safe location near Mamaroneck Rd. and Crossway while the driver waited for help for a flat tire.
Some fill material inside a low area of Weaver St. eroded from weather conditions, and police notified the highway department for repair Dec. 27. Cones were in place to alert drivers.
On Dec. 28, police removed debris from Weaver St. and Bypass.
On Dec. 28, police also conducted traffic around a disabled car at Popham Rd. while the driver waited for a tow.
On Dec. 26, police conducted a traffic stop at Post and Edgewood roads by using three patrol cars. They issued the 19-year-old Delaware driver 11 summonses. These includes the following: failure to obey a police officer, failure to stop at a stop sign, speeding, driving at a speed that was not reasonable and prudent, passing a red light, and improper passing on the right.
Village code
Police removed illegally posted signs from Fenimore Rd. Dec. 23. Police disposed of the signs and issued appropriate summonses.
Animals
A coyote was sighted in a Dickel Rd. yard Dec. 26. It appeared healthy and left when approached by humans.
On Dec. 29, a Haverford Rd. father reported that his eight-year-old daughter had been bitten by a dog on Quaker Ridge School grounds. The dog could not be identified.
On Dec. 29, a Meadow Rd. woman reported she was concerned about a large loose dog that had previously been seen in the area and on the grounds of Quaker Ridge School. Police referred her to the animal control officer for follow-up.
Lost and found
On Dec. 27, a damaged brown package without a delivery address was found at Mamaroneck Rd. and Palmer Ave. It contained a computer mouse and power cord. Both items appeared to be new. Police vouchered the property for safekeeping.
Firefighters
On Dec. 24, firefighters extinguished a chimney fire on Saxon Woods Rd. No injuries were reported.
A caller reported water was coming out of a Tisdale Rd. garage and pouring into the street Dec. 25. Firefighters entered the house and shut off the water. Police contacted the homeowner who advised that a plumber would be dispatched to do emergency repairs. Police stood by until the plumber arrived.
A water pipe burst at a Bradley Rd. house Dec. 26. Firefighters shut water to the house and advised the homeowners, who said they were returning to the house that day.
Water was observed to be leaking from the top floor of a Meadow Rd. house down to the basement Dec. 26. Firefighters shut water to the house and attempted to contact an owner but were unable to reach anyone. Due to the house appearing to be vacant, firefighters asked the water department to shut water to the house. They also called Con Edison to shut gas and electrical services to the house as a safety precaution.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Dec. 23 – 29, 2024, has been compiled from official information.
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Police Report: Drones Sighted, Employees Report Stolen Credit Cards and a HAZMAT Incident
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Drone activity: On Dec. 13, a Heathcote Rd. resident reported drones in the area and requested police to send a patrol car through the neighborhood. Police responded to the caller’s address, and the caller pointed out what were believed to be drones. “Said objects were flying large circles and passing by this jurisdiction's southwest border,” according to police. Dispatch was advised to make proper notification to NYS police. Two similar calls were additionally received.
Drones were also reported over Richbell Rd. Dec. 12 and 13.
A large drone reportedly flew over Highland Way and Palmer Ave. Dec. 14.
Increased drone activity was reported over Highland Way Dec. 15.
Stolen
On Dec. 12, Palmer Ave. employees reported stolen credit cards. Patrol spoke to employees who each discovered that they were missing a credit card from their wallets at the end of the previous day’s shift. The parties stated that their bags containing their wallets were left unattended in a break room during their shift. The parties believe that a temporary employee that had begun working at the business the previous date and who spent a lot of time in the room unattended may be the suspect. No persons or cameras witnessed the incident. The employees stated that they instructed the temporary employee not to return. The employees were not experiencing any financial loss, but they wanted to document the occurrence in the event of a future incident.
Stolen pipe
Brass piping was stolen from a Cooper Rd. construction site overnight Dec. 12 – 13.
Identity theft, scam
On Dec. 11, a Fayette Rd. man reported a fraudulent NYS driver’s license was created in his name.
A Horseguard Lane woman received an email requesting payment in the form of crypto currently. She felt it was a scam.
Home matters
On Dec. 12, Brite Ave. parents took away their daughter’s electronic device and requested that police speak with her since they felt she was being “aggressive.” Patrol arrived on scene and spoke with the mother in regard to her daughter’s electronic device usage. She advised that her daughter plays video games all day and they took away her devices to prevent this. The mother indicated that her daughter is currently doing online school and feels the games are getting in the way of that. Patrol then spoke with the daughter who advised that she enjoys school and has good grades but she enjoys the video games more. Patrol advised her that a better course of action to be allowed to play video games would be to get her work done first and set boundaries to not allow for future punishments. Patrol recommended to both parties to speak with a counselor for help.
On Dec. 13, a Mamaroneck Rd. woman called police asking her health aide to leave. The caller's son arrived at the location to resume care for the caller. Patrol provided a courtesy transport for the health aide to Central Taxi. It should be noted that the incident is a chronic occurrence.
On Dec. 13, police intervened in a dispute between parents and their son on Wayside Lane. Upon arrival, the mother and father stated they had a verbal argument with their son over possessing nicotine and vape products. The son stated the property belonged to his friend. The son stated he had the property because the friend did not want his parents to find it. Patrol advised the parents to contact the friend's parents and advise them of the above. Patrol advised the son to refuse to hold any property that belongs to someone else.
Death
A Hampton Rd. resident reported coming home to find her husband unresponsive, sitting in the back yard Dec. 12. It was determined that he had passed away.
A Saxon Woods Rd. resident died at home Dec. 15.
Customer
Bank employees at an East Parkway branch called police to help with a disorderly customer Dec. 9. Patrol arrived on scene and spoke with the male customer who advised he felt there was an issue with the statement he received after a transaction. He asked to speak with a manager and began to speak with a bank assistant manager. He was not happy with the answer he was given. Patrol then spoke with the assistant bank manager who alleged that the male was erratic during their conversation and asked him to leave. Patrol assisted the male in leaving the location. All parties were accepting of this result and no further assistance was needed.
Help
A doorbell was ringing continuously at 1:49 a.m., Dec. 11, at a Ferncliff Rd. house. Police checked it and found smoking wires. They disconnected it and alerted the fire department.
A Rectory Lane resident ported strange noises in her house and was fearful someone might be inside after 1 a.m., Dec. 14. Patrol made contact with the homeowner, who advised that he returned home and did not have his house key with him. He accessed the residence through a side door, which made the resident fearful that an unknown party was in the residence.
Lyft driver
A caller reported a dispute with a Lyft driver on Mamaroneck Rd. Dec. 13. The caller stated the driver had been pulled over for 5-10 minutes, and the caller had been unable to determine why or resume the ride due to a language barrier. The caller and driver all wished to cancel any further services and the ride. A courtesy ride was provided to passengers due to the extreme cold.
Civil matters
Police mediated a civil dispute between neighbors regarding a fence on the property line Dec. 10.
On Dec. 15, police mediated an ongoing dispute over parking between two Cohawney Rd. neighbors.
An East Parkway apartment dweller reported his neighbor has been slamming doors, and this disturbs his sleep Dec. 15. Police advised them to inform the landlord and work it out through the landlord.
Cars and roadways
On Dec. 9, police found a BMW with scofflaw status, for unpaid parking tickets, parked on East Parkway.
A woman parked and sleeping in a white SUV was asked if she needed any help Dec. 10. She was legally parked and said she was working with social services in an effort to obtain housing. She declined further assistance.
A driver alleged his car was damaged during valet service at an Overhill Rd. location Dec. 12.
A broken water pipe was causing an icing condition at Weaver St. and Bradford Rd. Dec. 15.
Three car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.
Village code
On Dec. 10, police asked a Brewster Rd. resident to move a leaf pile from the roadway.
Firefighters removed illegally posted signs from Post Rd. and discarded them Dec. 12.
Firefighters removed illegally posted signs from Mamaroneck Rd. and discarded them Dec. 13.
A contractor was asked to shut off construction generators at 9:30 a.m., Dec. 14, to abide by Village code Dec. 14.
Lost and found
On Dec. 10, a resident walked into headquarters and reported losing a license plate.
A Chesterfield Rd. resident reported losing two passports at home Dec. 11.
A man with a black sweater lying on a rock near Edgewood School grounds Dec. 15 said he was looking for a lost credit card. He declined assistance.
Firefighters
On Dec. 9, a Lawrence Rd. resident reported a sewer odor in the house. Firefighters detected a crack in the pipe and advised calling a plumber.
On Dec. 9, firefighters were called to a Hampton Rd. house for a gas investigation. Residents evacuated the house, and the fire crew found a chemical odor in the boiler room. It was determined that a concrete foundation had been pored and waterproofing materials had been applied to the new foundation on the exterior. A MultiRae detector was used, and 25ppm of VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) were detected in the basement, with amounts also detectable on the first floor and the second floor. The waterproofing product was determined to be “Sikalastic HLM 5000 GC.” Approximately 40 gallons were applied to the concrete foundation in the rear of house - outside the structure. The same odor in the basement was present in the rear where the waterproofing membrane was applied to the foundation. The weather was humid, with no wind. The vapors from the product entered the house through 2 crawlspace vents located on the side of the house. Firefighters contacted WCDES Hazmat representative to determine an acceptable level of VOC in the house for the residents to re-enter the house. The product description showed the permissible exposure limit to be .05 mg/M3 - which calculated to be approximately 2.5 PPM of VOC on the MultiRae meter. The structure, however, was above that in all floors. The Hazmat rep advised the residents to seek alternative shelter for the night. Firefighters advised them to contact the contractor to seal vents where VOC had entered the house through the crawl space. The residents were also advised to contact the fire department in the morning to re-monitor the house.
On Dec. 11, a Penn Blvd resident burned a potato in the microwave, and the device acquired an acrid smell. Firefighters recommended replacing it.
Firefighters were called about a small leak in a Dolma Rd. basement Dec. 11. The resident was advised to call a plumber.
Firefighters assisted at a car accident on Palmer Ave. Dec. 11.
Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a gas leak on Catherine Rd. Dec. 12.
On Dec. 12, a mercury thermometer broke on the floor of a Brite Ave. bathroom. Hazmat reps mitigated the spill and metered the house, deeming it safe for residents to stay inside.
Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a gas leak on Mamaroneck Rd. Dec. 13.
On Dec. 15, firefighters shut water to a leaking pipe in a Circle Rd. house and advised to call a plumber,
This report covering police and fire department activity from Dec. 9-15 has been compiled from official information.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Dec. 2 – 8 has been complied from official information.
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