Brooklyn Man Arrested For Trying to Pass Counterfeit Money and Woman Sickened by Bad Cherries
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Arrest: On June 25, police arrested a 38-year-old Brooklyn man on charges of first-degree possession of a forged instrument after the man attempted to pass counterfeit $100 bills at the 7 Eleven store on Scarsdale Ave.
Stolen car
During the overnight period of June 26 – 27, a 2024 BMW X7 was stolen from Dunham Rd.
Vandalism
On June 23, an Overhill Rd. resident reported vandals pulled her garden fence out of the dirt and tossed it onto her lawn. Plants were also found to have been stepped on.
Identity theft
An Overhill Rd. resident reported, on June 26, that someone fraudulently opened an account in her name and took out a business loan for $11,800.
Package
A River Rd. resident reported receiving an Amazon package filled with unwanted merchandise that she did not order June 27. It included baby clothes, mints, cereal. Patrol picked up the box and disposed of the contents.
Boy
On June 23, a Rochambeau Rd. resident reported that a young boy rang her doorbell and entered her house. She was not home when the incident occurred. Police went to the house and spoke with a woman who works for the family. That woman brought her son to work with her that day. All was in good order.
Suspicious
At 2:16 a.m., June 29, a Valley Rd. heard noises in his house and believed someone might be inside. Investigation found a rear office door opened and two faucets running. There were no signs of forced entry and no evidence of someone in the house.
A large bread knife was found on a Taunton Rd. lawn June 29. There were no signs of criminality. Police discarded the knife.
Death
A 95-year-old man died at home on Saxon Woods Rd. June 28.
Dispute
A Benedict Rd. man reported an argument with a neighbor who allegedly did not stop at a stop sign June 23.
Harassment
A Wildwood Rd. man reported a woman has been harassing him with unwanted communication, as well as by showing up outside his sports club. Police advised the woman that the man did not want any further communication from her.
Help
On June 26, a Brite Ave. woman reported that a family member, who resides in Illinois and who has mental illness, was sending illogical and confusing messages. The woman was concerned for the family member’s wellbeing.
Police stood by while a man retrieved his personal belongings from a Wildwood Rd. address June 26.
Police performed two welfare checks of elderly parents who reside in the Village, when their kids were unable to reach them this week.
On June 29, a Boulevard man reported receiving unwanted communication from his estranged mother regarding a legal matter.
Cherries
On June 25, a Crossway man reported that he purchased fruit that possibly had a pesticide that made his wife ill. He arrived at police headquarters to meet two food inspectors from the NYS Agriculture and Markets to hand over possible evidence. He said that on June 14, his wife bought cherries from a local vendor. His wife allegedly ate one cherry and immediately felt ill. On June 15, his wife became further ill and went to seek medical attention. Upon receiving multiple medical tests, doctors told the man’s wife that it possible that something was ingested causing her to become ill. The man stated the only thing that he could think of that would have made his wife ill were the cherries that she ate. He notified Agriculture and Markets who responded to police HQ to take possession of the cherries. Agriculture and Markets stated that they will be testing the cherries and wished to document the incident with police.
Cars and roadways
Police taped up fallen wires and notified Verizon regarding incidents on Saxon Woods Rd. June 23 and Rodney Rd. June 27.
On June 23, an elderly driver was driving erratically and possibly on the wrong side of the road near Popham and Garth roads. Police convinced her to park the car in the high school lot and take a taxi home.
On June 24, police issued summonses to a 21-year-old Scarsdale woman after she was found to be driving without a license and driving while using a portable electronic device. Police conducted a traffic stop at East Parkway and Christie Place after the woman was observed to be driving with her cell phone in both hands. Her license was found to be expired and suspended. A valid license holder responded to the scene and drove the woman away in her car.
Police helped a driver find her car parked at the high school lot June 24.
Police permitted a driver to leave her overheating car parked on Dobbs Terrace overnight to cool down June 24.
On June 24, a caller reported her foot had been run over by a car in a Mamaroneck Rd. lot.
On June 25, police issued a summons form aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle to a 64-year-old woman from New Rochelle. She was involved in a car accident on Palmer Ave. and when police responded, they realized her license-related misdemeanor.
On June 25, police notified the highway department about a dead deer on Brewster Rd. and a fallen branch on Post Rd.
On June 26, police encountered a car parked in the Christie Place garage with scofflaw status. Police booted the 2018 Kia, registered to a 64-year-old Peekskill man.
On June 26, while patrolling the Christie Place garage, police discovered that a boot placed on the car of a 33-year-old Carmel, NY, woman had been unlawfully removed. The suspect faces charges of third-degree criminal tampering and obstructing governmental administration.
A tree fell on a parked car on Wayside Lane, also taking down wires. June 26. No injuries were reported. Con Edison was notified.
Police removed a brick from Mamaroneck Rd. and disposed of it. June 27.
On June 27, a Carthage Rd. man experienced a flat tire and wanted police to check for any possible sharp debris on Lincoln Rd related to a construction project. No nails were found in the roadway.
On June 27, police issued a 41-year-old Bronx driver four summonses – for failure to stop at a stop sign, operating a motor vehicle with improper plates, an unregistered motor vehicle and operating a motor vehicle without insurance. The driver was operating a Toyota with a Texas plate. The plate was seized by police and towed to the driver’s residence.
On June 27, police towed a 2018 Kia, with scofflaw status for unpaid parking tickets, from Boniface Circle, to the police impound lot.
Three car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.
Lost and found
A Popham Rd. woman reported losing her Japanese passport June 26.
Village code
On June 24, police removed illegally posted signs from Griffen Ave. and Weaver St. and Post and Popham roads. On June 25, police removed illegally posted signs from Weaver St. On June 27, police removed illegally posted signs from Brayton Rd. and Bypass and Secor Rd. On June 29, police removed illegally posted signs from Brown and Ewart roads. They issued summonses for violating Village code.
Firefighters
Firefighters placed a defective elevator in the middle school out of service June 23.
Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of fallen power lines on Church Lane June 23 and Wayside Lane June 26.
Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a gas odor on Greenacres Ave. June 23.
Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a gas odor on S. Church Lane June 23.
Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a Taunton Rd. carbon monoxide incident June 24.
Firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Bronx River Parkway June 24.
A two-year-old child got locked inside a bedroom in a Carstensen Rd. house June 24. Firefighters used tools to open the door.
Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a suspected gas leak on Ramsey Rd. June 24 and a suspected gas oven malfunction in a Clarence Rd. house June 25.
A pizza box caught fire in a Heathcote Rd. oven when the residents were attempting to reheat it June 25. Firefighters made sure the fire was out, removed the burnt box and ventilated the house. Firefighters extinguished a brush fire on Brook Lane June 27.
This report covering police and fire department activity from June 23-29 has been compiled from official information.
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Police Report: Stonehouse Road Woman Arrested on DWI Charges
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DWI: On June 18, police arrested a 66-year-old Stonehouse Rd. woman on charges of driving while intoxicated (first offense) and aggravated Dwi with a blood alcohol level of at least .18 or more, with no priors. The defendant’s 2024 Cadillac was involved in a car accident on Church Lane. Two witnesses suspected that the driver – the woman – was under the influence of alcohol. The witnesses called police. Police interviewed the woman and determined that she had a blood alcohol level above the legal limit. She was arrested and transported to Village Justice Curt for processing. She was released on her own recognizance and ordered to appear again in Village Justice Court on July 9.
Stolen handbag
On June 17, a Garden Rd. woman reported that her handbag and its contents had been stolen from inside her home. Stolen property was valued at more than $1,000, making the incident a felony. Police are investigating.
Criminal mischief
A Catherine Rd. house was egged June 17 and June 21.
Identity theft
On June 22, a Mamaroneck Rd. resident advised that someone fraudulently opened an account in her name.
Help
A Wildwood Rd. resident reported receiving unwanted texts from another person June 18. The person was advised to cease contact,
On June 18, police performed a welfare check of a Walworth Ave. resident.
On June 18, a Valley Rd. resident wanted to document numerous incidents involving a person with whom the resident was trying to break contact. The resident wished to report that the listed party, known to her through religious studies, has continued to make unwanted contact with her since May 29. The resident stated she attempted politely telling the person that she did not wish to see or date him. The resident stated this person did not accept this and continued to insist otherwise. The resident stated she advised that she no longer wished to converse and blocked this individual. The resident presented images of numerous attempts by this party to make contact through various applications and social media. The resident stated she made their shared religious leader aware of this behavior and that the person was spoken to on the previous day. The resident stated the religious leader advised that she was concerned about the listed party's "affect" during this conversation, although no statement or threat was reported.
Illegally posted signs
On June 17, police removed an illegally posted sign from Carman and Webster roads. They issued a summons to the Port Chester company that was advertising on the sign.
On June 21, police removed an illegally posted sign from Hampton Rd. They issued a summons to the Mamaroneck business that was advertising on the sign.
On June 23, police removed an illegally posted sign from Heathcote Rd. They issued a summons to the Connecticut business that was advertising on the sign.
Cars and roadways
On June 17, police removed a cable wire from Cooper Rd. and notified Verizon.
Police notified the highway department about a dead animal in the roadway on Meadow Rd. June 17.
A road sign was struck, and the sign fell over on Weaver St. June 18.
A branch fell on a car in the Village June 20.
Two car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.
Death
On June 18, a Lyons Rd. woman died at home despite attempted life-saving measures enacted by Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps. She was 88 years old.
Dogs
On June 18, a Colvin Rd. resident reported being bitten by a dog at Brewster and Farley roads. The injury was minor and did not break the skin. She refused any medical attention. Police completed an animal bite form and notified the Westchester County department of health.
On June 19, police reunited a loose Chihuahua with its owner after the dog was recovered from Mamaroneck and Foxhall roads. The owner was issued a summons for having a dog at large.
Village code
On June 17, police told a solicitor that a permit was required to solicit in the Village.
On June 18, police attempted to tell a Sycamore Rd. resident that neighbors were complaining about noise from the resident’s generator.
On June 18, police dispersed kids from a Hutchinson Ave. basketball game after dark and after neighbors complained about noise.
On June 19, a River Rd. resident complained that a neighbor’s trash bags were “always on her property.”
Police dispersed youths from Boulevard after dark on June 21, due to a noise complaint by a neighbor.
Police advised Butler Rd. residents about a noise complaint June 22.
On June 22, witnesses reported that a group of youths were setting off fireworks on Boulevard and fled the area before police arrived.
Lost and found
On June 18, police found a wallet on Scarsdale Ave. and vouchered it for safekeeping.
Firefighters
On June 17, firefighters were dispatched to a Richbell Rd. house for a reported electrical fire originating in an outlet. The resident reported that they were operating a vacuum when the outlet started smoking and ignited, damaging the vacuum cord and outlet. Firefighters verified that there was no fire extension, and they isolated the power to that circuit. Firefighters removed the damaged equipment and advised the resident to have a licensed electrician evaluate the circuit and repair the equipment. Firefighters were able to restore power to the circuit while isolating the receptacle.
Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a suspected gas leak in a Lebanon Rd. house.
On June 19, firefighters were called to Aspen Rd. because a grocery delivery truck’s front brakes overheated and started smoking. The driver realized the situation at a delivery stop and discharged an ABC extinguisher on it. Firefighters assisted until the fire was completely out. They stood by while the driver made contact for a tow,
On June 19, firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Hutchnson River Parkway.
Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a gas leak on Fox Meadow Rd. June 19.
A falling branch knocked down power lines on Herkimer Rd. June 20. Firefighters stood by for Con Edison.
Firefighters helped paramedics lift a patient out of the ambulance and get the patient back inside an Edgewood house June 22.
On June 22, firefighters assisted at a three-car accident, with injuries on the Hutchnson River Parkway.
This report covering police and fire department activity from June 16 – 22 has been compiled from official information.
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Police: White Plains Man Arrested for Leaving Scene, Deaths and Loud Music
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Arrested: On June 4, police arrested Victor Morales, 42, of White Plains, on charges of leaving a personal injury accident, leaving the scene of a property damage accident, operation of a motor vehicle by an unlicensed driver, and speeding. The accident occurred on May 3 at Post and Richbell roads, and it was witnessed by numerous people. Morales’s car, a 2007 Acura, was seized and impounded at the time of the accident. He surrendered himself at headquarters at police request, and he was arrested. He was released on his own recognizance and ordered to appear at Village Court on June 18.
Check washing
On June 2, a Heathcote Rd. man reported he had sent two checks to the IRS on April 11. On May 31, he learned the checks had not been received by the IRS. Instead, he learned they had been stolen and “washed.” Someone charged the payee names and amounts and fraudulently cashed them.
On June 5, a Brewster Rd. woman reported that her bank contacted her about a check that she had written, which had been altered. Since the bank suspected that the check was fraudulent, no financial loss was incurred.
Disruptive customer
On June 2, a customer was disruptive at a Boniface Place store while trying to return an unwanted purchase. The customer allegedly was raising his voice and calling the employees rude. He then stumbled out of the store and drove away. The employee said she was not fearful. Police called the customer. He said he was trying to return an item, and the return
was not going through which upset him.
Help
Police stood by while a man retrieved his belongings from a Fayette Rd. house June 3.
On June 7, patrol spoke to a Fenimore Rd. resident who stated that she made a reoccurring order on EBAY. Upon wishing to cancel the orders, the resident claimed that EBAY did not grant her a refund on two payments. Patrol reviewed the documents and noted that EBAY stated that after its review, it was determined that the resident was liable and a refund was not going to be issued. The resident also stated that upon opening her Robinhood account, she noticed a hacker took her money and changed her password. Patrol also reviewed the documents from Robinhood and noted that the resident was attempting to make deposits. However, due to insufficient funds in a bank account, the transactions were declined. Patrol reviewed a separate document from Robinhood stating that the account was being closed.
Bag
A black bag in an ATM vestibule on East Parkway contained rubbish June 8. Police threw it away.
Deaths
A Saxon Woods Rd. nurse reported an 83-year-old resident with a low pulse and low respiration. The resident had already passed when police arrived. Paramedics arrived and determined the man was dead.
A 90-year-old Bradford Rd. man died at home June 6.
An 89-year-old Hillview Dr. man died at home June 8.
Civil matter
A Paddington Rd. resident was having a dispute with a window replacement contractor. A deposit of $11,000 had been paid, and the work was supposed to be finished in approximately six to eight weeks. The work was not yet done, and the contractor was not getting back to the resident. Police called the contractor and was told that the project was now taking longer to finish than he thought.
Cars and roadways
On June 3, a car parked on Sage Terrace was found with a rear passenger window broken. Police notified the owner, who sent a family member to check on it. Nothing was stolen, and the car remained locked.
Following a car accident on June 4, police issued summonses to one driver who was found to lack of insurance and to have a suspended registration.
A driver reported his car was damaged while parked on Palmer Ave. June 5. It was keyed, and his rear license plate was stolen.
Police notified the highway department about a dead rabbit on Crossway June 5.
A driver sleeping in a car on Weaver St. said he had pulled over to rest June 6. He continued on his way.
An unlicensed driver, due to a suspended license, ran a red light at Bell and Carman roads June 7. Police issued summonses.
Policed stopped a driver for speeding on Post Rd. June 8. The driver’s license was found to be suspended. Police issued summonses.
One car accident was officially reported in the Village this week.
Water
A Brookby Rd. resident reported sewer water backing up into his basement June 2. Police notified the water department.
Dogs
Police reunited a lost Oak Lane dog with its owner June 2.
On June 5, a Claremont Rd. man reported that his teenage daughter was out walking their mini golden doodle when it was attacked by their neighbor’s lab from Berkley Rd. Their dog has suffered injuries, he said. This is the dog's second incident, as per the man.
Village code
Cushman Rd. landscapers dumped yard debris on a neighbor’s lawn June 3, and the neighbor reported it to police.
On June 3, police advised a Brite Ave. resident of a complaint against the resident’s loud music, even though the music was already off when patrol arrived.
Police told a Jefferson Rd. solicitor that he needed a permit to solicit in the Village June 4.
Police removed illegally-posted signs from Sage Terrace and Bypass June 5 and from Brewster Rd. June 7.
Police returned a lost wallet to its owner in the Village June 5.
On June 6, police advised a Carman Rd. resident of a complaint against the resident’s loud music. The music was then shut off.
On June 7, police advised a Brite Ave. resident of a complaint against the resident’s loud music. The resident advised that her gathering was ending soon.
On June 7, police advised a Lebanon Rd. resident of a complaint against the resident’s “boisterous party.” The party was allegedly ending soon, and guests quieted down.
On June 8, police advised a Lincol Rd. resident of a complaint against the resident’s loud music. The bass was then lowered.
Lost and found
On June 2, a resident walked into headquarters to report losing a license plate.
On June 2, a resident walked into headquarters to report losing her Indian passport.
A forgotten backpack was retrieved by its owner from a Chase Rd. bench June 4.
On June 6, a resident walked into headquarters to report losing a license plate.
Firefighters
On June 2, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a gas leak on Murray Hill Rd.
On June 3, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a carbon monoxide incident caused by a malfunctioning gas boiler on Madison Rd.
On June 3, firefighters helped a public safety employee gain access to the employee’s personal locked vehicle.
On June 3, firefighters notified the water department about a leaking fire hydrant on Overhill Rd.
On June 4, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of an electrical transformer explosion on Post Rd.
A Sherbrooke Rd. contractor damaged a gas line June 4. Firefighters shut gas to the line. Con Edison arrived to repair it.
On June 4, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a disconnected wire on Huntington Ave.
Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of arcing wires on Post Rd. June 4.
On June 5, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a carbon monoxide incident caused by a possibly leaking gas boiler on Stratton Rd.
A washing machine hose leaked water into a Gaylor Rd. house June 5. Firefighters attempted to use pumps to assist with water removal, but the level of water was too low for the pumps to work.
On June 5, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a fallen wire on Montrose Rd.
On June 6, firefighters responded to Reimer Rd. where a pool pump heater was on fire. They found an extinguished, burnt up pool heater located outside, away from the structure. Firefighters confirmed the fire was out and isolated gas and electric to the unit.
Firefighters helped two locked-out Chateaux Circle residents get back inside their apartment June 7.
Firefighters assisted at a Post Rd. car accident June 7.
Water was leaking into a Webster Rd. basement from a broken refrigerator water line June 8. Firefighters shut the water supply.
This report covering police and fire department activity from June 2-8 has been compiled from official information.
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Woman Falls 12 Feet After Steps Collapse, Garbage Truck on Fire and Loud Parties
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Photo Credit: Shelley GrafsteinDangerous fall: On June 11, an outside staircase connecting Popham and Overhill roads buildings gave way, and a woman fell through to the ground and got injured. Specifically, the outside staircase grate decking had opened up and woman fell down one floor level, approximately 12 feet.
The staircase connected the parking lot of a Popham Rd. building to an Overhill Rd. garage. The injured woman was taken to the hospital for treatment. Firefighters secured the area with caution tape and cones. The building department was notified of the condition.
Stolen
A scooter was reported to have been stolen from an East Parkway traffic island June 10. The owner did not want to file a formal report.
Identity Theft and Fraud
A Brite Ave. resident reported a wire fraud transaction that caused the resident a financial loss June 10.
On June 12, a Brewster Rd. resident reported being scammed into revealing personal information to a possible hacker. The resident reported that he purchased a new computer about a month ago and since that time he was contacted by an unknown party claiming to be a Microsoft employee. This unknown party claimed that the computer had been compromised and alleged that the resident’s identifying information and financial accounts were at risk. Ther resident then shared identifying information and gave electronic access to his computer to the unknown party. So far, there was no suspicious or fraudulent activity on any financial account.
Check washing
On June 13, a White Rd. woman reported that she mailed a check from a public mailbox in the Village on May 20. It was then stolen, altered and fraudulently cashed.
Intoxicated man?
On June 14, a caller reported a male, possibly intoxicated, laying on a lawn on Rock Creek Lane. It was 7:45 p.m. He was described as a male white wearing a white T shirt and blue jeans. Police spoke with the man, who advised that he was waiting to be picked up. Patrol remained on scene until his ride arrived. No further police action was required.
Lights
On June 11, a Boulevard woman reported seeing flashing lights outside her house. She also said that her dog has been barking for 15 minutes. She said she couldn’t see what was going on, and she would like an officer to drive by and see what was happening. Patrol arrived at the location and was met by the caller’s grandson. He advised that he returned to the house, with friends, and his grandmother was startled.
Where are the kids?
A Brite Ave. woman reported that her daughter and a friend left the house for a party on Fox Meadow Rd. and she was worried because she could not reach them June 14. Police went to the woman’s house and spoke with a babysitter. The sitter was unaware that the girls had left, and she did not know about the party. Police went to the location of the party and found that the two girls were safe.
Broken window
A Village-owned vehicle’s windows were found to be broken on Heathcote Rd. June 11. The incident apparently occurred overnight.
Death
A hospice patient died at the patient’s Saxon Woods Rd. residence June 16.
Cars and roadways
A Kia passed a red light on Chase Rd. June 9. Police issued the driver multiple summonses, including summonses for improper license plates, no insurance and an unregistered vehicle.
Workers on Barker Lane were told to move their cars to facilitate traffic flow June 9.
Police called a tow for disabled cars on Fox Meadow Rd. and Heathcote Rd. June 12.
Sanitation workers removed a mattress and a refrigerator that fell off of a truck and landed on Edgewood Rd. June 12.
Verizon was called about an exposed communications panel on Post Rd. June 12.
On June 13, a “smashed mousetrap with poison on it” was reported on Cooper Rd. A caller was afraid an animal might eat it and get sick. Police called sanitation workers to remove it.
A work truck was blocking a Crawford Lane driveway June 13. Police asked the driver to move it.
Police called a tow for a disabled car on Post Rd. June 15.
A Yonkers driver failed to stop at a stop sign on Nelson Rd. and Boulevard June 15. Police issued summonses, including a summons for an unlicensed driver.
Trash
Police picked up a plastic knife from the sidewalk on Palmer Ave. June 9. They discarded it as trash.
A woman was reported to be picking up recycling on Southwoods Lane June 10. She explained that she had the homeowners’ permission to do so.
Dogs
A dog was found crying on Shawnee Rd. June 9. It appeared to be lost. Police reunited it with its owner.
An unleashed dog was found at Palmer Ave. and Lincoln Rd. June 15. Police took it back to headquarters.
Lost and found
A passerby found an iPhone on the train and gave it to police, who then found the owner and facilitated the return of the phone June 9.
A Nelson Rd. man reported losing his wallet containing his German ID, credit cards and driver’s license. June 13.
Village code
Kids playing basketball on Dolma Rd. were disturbing neighbors with the noise June 9. Police advised the kids, and they stopped making noise.
On June 10, police discarded an illegally-posted sign on Madison Rd.
Many solicitors were reported to be active in the Village June 10. Police advised them on solicitation laws.
On June 11 police discarded illegally-posted signs on Fenimore Rd. and Boulevard.
Neighbors complained about loud music coming from a Dolma Rd. house June 12. Police advised the resident, and the music was lowered.
Kids were playing basketball at a Boulevard court at 3 a.m., June 13. Police advised them that the park was closed after dark.
Police thrice asked a Secor Rd. party host to lower the volume of music because it was disturbing neighbors June 13.
Police asked a Bradford Rd. pizza party host to lower the volume of music because it was disturbing neighbors June 13.
Police twice asked a Drake Rd. resident to lower the volume of music because it was disturbing neighbors June 13.
Police thrice asked a Meadow Rd. resident to lower the volume of music because it was disturbing neighbors June 14.
Police thrice asked a Heathcote Rd. party host to lower the volume of music because it was disturbing neighbors June 14.
Firefighters
On June 9, a Walworth Avenue person was locked inside a bedroom. Firefighters gained entry to the bedroom without incurring damage to the property. The person did not require medical attention.
Car keys got locked inside a trunk on Nelson Rd. June 10. Firefighters gained access and returned the keys to the owner.
On June 10, an ice cream truck briefly caught fire at Popham and Garth roads, The fire was extinguished before firefighters arrived. Firefighters checked the safety of the truck. It was towed from the intersection.
On June 11, a caller reported smelling smoke and seeing smoke coming from a Post Rd. roof. Firefighters went to the scene and investigated. The “smoke” was actually steam from the evaporation of dew from the house’s roof. The smoke odor was from a neighbor’s grill.
A battery rolled under a kitchen cabinet in a Bell Rd. house June 11. The resident thought it was a fire hazard. Firefighters could not access the battery but advised it did not pose a hazard.
The water department was notified about a leaking hydrant or main on Rugby Rd. June 12.
Firefighters assisted at a car accident on Claremont Rd. and provided first aid until paramedics arrived June 13.
Firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Bronx River Parkway June 13.
On June 14, firefighters responded to a reported garbage truck fire at the sanitation yard on Secor Rd. On arrival, firefighters found a sanitation truck with its load dumped on the ground and on fire. Firefighters extinguished a small fire on and in the garbage truck and the load located on the ground. They overhauled the rubbish to make sure the fire was completely extinguished. They advised sanitation workers to leave trash in a pile on the ground until Monday in case of re-kindle. It was good advice, since the fire re-kindled, firefighters went back that evening to extinguish it and soak the rubbish pile with water.
On June 14, flowers caught fire from a burning candle in a Saxon Woods Rd. house. Firefighters made sure the fire was extinguished.
This report covering police and fire department activity from June 9-15 has been compiled from official information.
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Police Report : Stolen Jewelry Returned by Handyman Thief
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Photo Credit Shelley GrafsteinStolen jewelry: A Rural Drive resident reported jewelry from her jewelry box was missing May 28. She said the incident occurred after her handyman left the house that day. She called police and called the handyman and asked him to bring back the jewelry in exchange for her not pressing charges. The handyman returned the jewelry in the presence of police. The resident said she had recommended the handyman to a client, and police advised her to notify the client, as well as notify police in the jurisdiction where the client lives. Police asked the resident multiple times if she wanted to press charges, and each time, she declined.
Porch pirates
A delivered package was stolen from a Lee Rd. doorstep May 30. It was delivered at 11:50 a.m., and it was stolen at 11:55 a.m.
Call for help
Police received a call about parents and a young child having a dispute, and the child calling for help near Tompkins Rd. May 27. Patrol met with the parents who stated their son would not leave the mall earlier that day and began throwing a tantrum. While driving home, the son began screaming "help" in the back seat, So, the parents stopped the car in the public safety parking lot. The son continued throwing a tantrum and reluctantly got into the vehicle to go back home. The parents stated this kind of behavior happens every now and then, and it usually takes the son approximately two hours to relax.
Late-night walk
A White Rd. mother called police because her daughter had left the house for a late -night walk and had not returned home. It was almost 2 a.m., May 29. Calls to the daughter went unanswered, and the daughter’s phone’s location settings had been turned off. Police canvassed the area, found the daughter and brought her home. She said she had turned off location settings. Police advised the daughter to not go out alone late at night and walk on the street during late hours because of potential hazards.
Fraud
On June 1, a Butler Rd. resident reported being the victim of fraud involving a mortgage scam, which might have left his business and him at a financial loss.
Homeless
A homeless man was sheltering in a Popham Rd. building May 29. Polcie told him he could not shelter there and offered him assistance.
Suspicious
Patrol spoke with a Bradey Road boy, on May 27, who stated he got dropped off from the school bus at the intersection of Sprague and Lyons roads when he noticed a black Chevy SUV in the area. He said he continued walking home and when he got to the intersection of Sprague and Bradley roads, the vehicle stopped next to him, and an unknown individual rolled down the window and said, "Hey youngster." The unknown person was described as a black man, and no further description could be provided. The boy walked away from the vehicle, and the vehicle drove east on Sprague Rd.
A Crane Rd. school official reported an older, bald, white man was sitting on school steps drinking from a vessel. He did not belong there, so his presence raised concern May 27. He left the steps and was sitting in a gray SUV with the door open. He left before police arrived.
Missing person
A health aide called police on June 1, because the Christie Place resident, whom the aide was supposed to be watching, was not at home. Police found her in a neighbor’s apartment, where she had wandered unbeknownst. Police safely got the resident back home. Police provided suggestions on how to prevent the resident from wandering.
Welfare check
Police checked the welfare of a White Rd. resident at the request of a concerned friend May 29. All was in order.
Death
An 83-year-old man, who was a Popham Rd. resident, died at home June 1. Police notified his next of kin.
Cars and roadways
On May 27, police observed a black sedan pass through a red light on Palmer Ave. Police conducted a traffic stop and issued the Coralyn Rd. driver a summons for the offense, as well as for other licensing misdemeanors.
Following a minor car accident at Post and Mamaroneck roads on May 27, police realized one of the drivers, from Astoria, did not have a valid license. Appropriate summonses were issued.
On May 28, police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Crossway.
An errant ball from Little League practice struck a passing driver’s car on Mamaroneck Rd. May 30. The impact broke the car’s windshield. Coaches were informed, and the League’s treasurer was contacted to facilitate an insurance claim.
On May 31, police notified Con Edison about sparking wires on Scarsdale Ave.
One car accident was reported in the Village this week.
Dogs
On May 27, a Dickel Rd. resident reported having two interactions with a neighbor’s medium-sized dog with brown curly hair. Both times he said he was walking his dog and the brown dog left its property and charged at his dogs until being called back by the owner. The resident asked police to make contact with the resident since the dog crossed Post Rd. in one of those instances, and he was concerned for the dog's safety. Patrol attempted to talk with the dog’s owner, but no one was home.
A small white dog was reportedly running into the street on Post Rd. June 1. Police prepared a summons for its owner, who later picked up the dog from headquarters.
Village code
On May 26, a Wayside Lane resident reported noise from people playing pickleball at Fox Meadow Club courts. The caller alleged that the club does not have permit for pickle ball – only tennis and paddle tennis. Police spoke with club management and advised that the club does have a permit for pickleball. The noise from the game was determined to be within normal levels.
Police received two reports of people lighting fireworks on Palmer Avenue May 26. They were gone before police arrived on scene.
On May 27, police removed illegally posted signs about power washing from trees in the Village right of way. Police issued the power washing company summonses.
At 12:45 a.m., May 30, police advised a truck driver that he could not make deliveries to Scarsdale Ave. businesses at that hour.
Civil matters
A Palmer Ave. man advised that a neighbor cut down the man’s tree May 30. Polcie advised them to stop arguing and requested the engineering department to evaluate the incident and determine property lines. It was deemed as civil matter.
Fairview Rd. neighbors were arguing about street parking May 31. Police mediated the dispute, and the neighbors agreed to refrain from parking near each other’s driveways.
Firefighters
On May 26, firefighters responded to a car fire on the Hutchinson River Parkway around 4 a.m. They encountered one Jeep Cherokee fully involved in flames. The driver, who was the sole occupant of the car, was out of the car and ok. He did not know what caused the fire. Firefighters knocked down the fire and continued to work to extinguish it. They also knocked down flammable liquids burning beneath the car. The hood was forced open through the grill with a cable twist for overhaul. The battery was unable to be disconnected due to its location under the front seat being covered with heavily burned material. The car was towed from the scene. The fire’s point of origin was in the rear cargo area, and there was extensive damage to the right rear wheel area. The driver reported no impacts with any objects or mechanical problems. The vehicle’s interior and rear section were heavily fire damaged.
On May 27, a leaking air handler in an Oak Lane attic caused water to infiltrate a smoke detector, causing it to malfunction.
On May 28, firefighter shut the supply valve to a leaking propane tank in an outdoor kitchen on Stonewall Lane.
Firefighters helped paramedics lift a Post Rd. patient and carry the patient in a stairwell May 29.
On May 30, police removed a melted plastic container from a Crossway oven and put it outside.
On May 31, firefighters notified utility providers at the site of fallen wires on Scarsdale Ave.
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