No arrests yet after an alleged stabbing incident last night in the town of Ramapo. In a statement from Ramapo Police, Detective Lt. Christopher Franklin said the incident took place Thursday around 8:27pm at a home on Trailside Place. Franklin says a man had been accosted in his driveway by an unknown suspect and was stabbed multiple times. He was taken to the hospital and is expected to recover. Ramapo Patrol officers found a possible suspect, he was detained and brought to the Ramapo Police Department for questioning. Franklin says he was cooperative and released from custody pending further investigation. Anyone with information should call the Ramapo Police Department Investigations Division at 845-357-2400. As a result of the incident, Ramapo Police have increased patrol presence throughout the town.
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Reports: Orthodox Man Stabbed in His New City Home
An Orthodox Jewish man was reportedly stabbed inside his New City home last night. That’s according to several media outlets. MonseyScoop.com and others say the man opened his front door and was stabbed multiple times in the hand and arm by an unidentified “black man” who has reportedly denied any involvement. The victim was taken to Westchester Medical Center. Ramapo Police have reportedly caught a possible suspect, but they have not put out a statement.
Man Wounded in Spring Valley Shooting
A man was wounded late Tuesday night after he was shot while doing his laundry in Spring Valley. The Journal News reported the unidentified man was struck just before 11pm at a laundromat on Ewing Avenue, near the Surry Carlton Apartments. Rockland Sheriff Lou Falco says no one has been arrested in connection to the incident, it’s still early in the investigation…
News 12 reported the man was taken to Westchester Medical Center and is recovering there. The investigation is ongoing. If you have any information, contact Spring Valley Police at 845-356-7400.
News Briefs: Spring Valley Shooting, Truck Crash in Ramapo, Police Warn of Burglaries in Airmont and New Hempstead
An apparent shooting victim is at Westchester Medical Center in serious condition, that after an incident in Spring Valley late last night. That’s according to News 12. It happened just before 11pm near the Surry Carlton Apartments on Ewing Avenue. Police reportedly were seen gathering evidence there and at a nearby shopping center. The Rockland County Sheriff’s Office and State Police are reportedly helping the Spring Valley Police Department in the investigation.
Truck Crash in Ramapo
Old Route 17 in Ramapo was closed for several hours yesterday afternoon after a tractor trailer reportedly struck the Thruway overpass and rolled over. Ramapo Police say the incident occurred between Route 59 and the Chestnut Ridge Transportation building. There were no reports of any injuries.
Burglaries in Airmont, New Hempstead
Ramapo Police are warning residents of a series of burglaries Sunday involving homes that were left unlocked, with thieves taking the opportunity to look for car keys and valuables. Police say one of the incidents occurred in New Hempstead, where suspects tried to enter parked vehicles outside a home and made attempts to open a sliding door. Another similar incident happened in Airmont. Police say no arrests have been made yet, but remind you to lock your doors and windows, and engage any alarm systems you may have.
Report: Spring Valley Police Investigating Dead Body Found Off Dutch Lane
Spring Valley Police are investigating a dead body found in a wooded area off Dutch Lane last week. The Journal News reported the woman is African-American around 60 years old. The police didn’t say where the woman died or whether she had been murdered. If you have information call Detective Eli Ungar at 845-540-9672.