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Details: Written by: Traci Dutton Ludwig; Published: 29 January 2026; Created: 29 January 2026; Last Updated: 29 January 2026; Hits: 636

snowsunset Photo by Shelley GrafsteinArrested: On Jan. 23, a man wanted by Scarsdale police, with an active warrant, was apprehended by MTA police and brought to headquarters. The man’s name is Fardin Talha, 23, of Queens Village. He was charged with criminal impersonation of a police officer and third-degree grand larceny involving the theft for $17,500 from a Birchall Dr. resident in September 2025. Talha was previously arrested on Nov. 19, 2025, but a bench warrant was issued when he failed to appear in court for a later scheduled appearance. According to Scarsdale Police Chief Steven Del Bene, who elaborated on the original event: “Cash was stolen from a local resident in a scam commonly known as a "Grandparent Scam." This suspect convinced a resident to withdraw money from their bank and physically hand it over to them at their residence. When this resident became suspicious, they took a picture of the suspect and came to police headquarters to report the incident, which really helped our investigation. Another factor that led to a successful outcome was the use of our LPR system, which allowed us to obtain vital information regarding the suspect’s vehicle. Our detectives, working in conjunction with both local and federal agencies, were able to effectively arrest the individual involved.”

Stolen
On Jan. 19, a Secor Rd. resident reported that workers stole two iPads from her house Jan. 15.

A Richbell Rd. resident reported that a package was stolen from his house after it was delivered and signed for by an unknown person Jan. 20. The house has been vacant for two months, the owner said.

A Scarsdale Ave. business owner reported money missing from the business Jan. 23.

Airbnb scam
On Jan. 19, a man reported that he booked a Popham Rd. apartment through Airbnb. He arrived that day and expected to be let in by the host named “Rosie”. He called her and she said she would not be letting him into the apartment. The door concierge said at least seven people had experienced the same situation. Airbnb said it would conduct an investigation. On Jan. 24, a woman reported a similar experience with an Airbnb listing for a Popham Rd. apartment, possibly the same one.

Fraud and identity theft
On Jan. 20, a Brewster Rd. man reported being the victim of financial fraud. He said he was contacted by two men stating his account had been compromised. They requested that he send $4,966.98 and $5,000 to them via Zelle and Apple Pay in order to verify his account. He did this before realizing it was a scam. He needed a police report in order to request a refund follow-up with the bank.

The Scarsdale School District reported receiving a fraudulent invoice for consulting services that were never received Jan. 21. The bookkeeper realized it was a scam and did not pay the fraudulent invoice.

On Jan. 21, a Hampton Rd. woman reported that someone used her social security number to fraudulently open credit card accounts in her name in November.

Suspicious
A Heathcote Rd. store employee felt a customer was suspicious because he was acting “weird – asking strange questions about the store and jewelry” Jan. 20. Extra ridebys were requested.

A camera was reported near the playground of Edgewood School Jan. 22. Patrol observed a black bock attached to the pole at the location. The box might be in regard to a traffic study. Patrol informed command staff about the box. They will look into the purpose of the box and who placed it.

On Jan. 22, employees of a Boniface Circle store said an erratic female customer on a scooter made them uncomfortable, so they closed the store. Patrol advised the individual, who was currently on a public sidewalk, of the described complaint. She stated she was waiting for a taxi. She refused any further police assistance and refused medical attention.

Snow
A Chase Rd. business was instructed to remove snow from the sidewalk Jan. 19.

Help
Police stood by while a son retrieved personal property from his father’s house on Copper Beech Lane Jan. 23.

An Overhill Rd caller reported his parents were not giving him his credit cards and were kicking him out of the house Jan. 23. Police stood by while the caller retrieved personal property from the house.

On Jan. 24, a Copper Beech Lane woman reported receiving an alarming email from her stepson in which he stated that he hopes she “stays petrified.”

Police conducted a welfare check of a Greenacres Ave. man at the request of a concerned daughter Jan. 25.

Homeless
A homeless man was twice reported to be in the garbage room of the Christie Place garage Jan. 26. The second time, he apologized and said he would be leaving soon. He said he wanted to use an outlet to charge his phone.

Pedestrian struck
On Jan 22, around 6:45 p.m., a resident reported that he had been struck by a car while walking home and crossing the intersection of Popham Rd. and Scarsdale Ave. The driver stopped and asked about his condition. He said he was OK and continued walking home.

Cars and roadways
A disabled car was towed from Post Rd. Jan. 19.

A parked Porsche was left running on East Parkway Jan. 20. Police contacted the owner who said he would be back to the car in 20 minutes.

Verizon was notified about low-hanging wires on Church Lane Jan. 22.

An overnight parking summons was issued to the owner of a gray Mazda illegally parked on Brambach Rd. Jan. 24.

A parked car on Freightway Rd. was found to have an expired registration and inspection. Police issued summonses for the violations.

A Garth Rd. driver reported damage to his 2024 Porsche due to ongoing construction at Freightway Garage Jan. 24.

Two accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.

Village code
Police dispersed a group of kids from Beechwood Lane after dark Jan. 24.

Lost and found
A resident reported that he mailed two license plates to the DMV, but the pates were lost in transit Jan. 21.

Firefighters
On Jan. 20, firefighters were called to turn off water in a Heathcote Rd. house due to a leak. Once inside, police were asked to assist in checking the house due to a condition that was in extreme disarray. A safety check for any occupancy issues was conducted. A large stack of unopened mail was discovered. Food supplies in the kitchen appeared to have been accessed by animals. Con Edison was requested to shut off utilities due to the home being abandoned.

On Jan. 20, firefighters assisted at a Hampton Rd. house with a water leak from a second-floor laundry room leaking water into first-floor office. The detector was removed in the office, and the alarm was reset. Firefighters advised the resident to call the restoration company to mitigate water damage. The breaker was shut to the ceiling lighting that had water exposure.

Improper use of equipment inside a Brewster Rd. house caused carbon monoxide levels to rise Jan. 21. Firefighters removed the equipment from the house and ventilated.

Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a gas odor in a Carman Rd. house Jan. 21.

Firefighters assisted at a four-car accident on the Hutchinson River Parkway Jan. 21.

Firefighters assisted with an accident involving a bicyclist struck by a car on Mamaroneck Rd. Jan. 23. The bicyclist suffered a laceration to his head and was attend to by Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps.

On Jan. 24, a Ferncliff Rd. family returned from vacation and found themselves locked out of their house. Firefighters helped them gain entry.

A snow plow struck a car on Weaver St. Jan. 25. Firefighters assisted. The occupant of the car was taken to the hospital by Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps.

On Jan. 25, an Olmsted Rd. resident tried to start a fire in the fireplace, but the flue was closed. This caused smoke to enter the residence.

Firefighters extinguished the fire and ventilated the residence.

Snow blocked exhaust vents at a Carstensen Rd. house, causing a boiler to malfunction and allowing carbon monoxide to enter the residence Jan. 25. Firefighters stood by for Con Edison, and the boiler was shut down.

A Sprague Rd. resident reported no heat in the house Jan. 25. Firefighters were unable to start the boiler and advised to call for service.

This report covering police and fire department activity from January 19 - 26 has been compiled from official information.

Details: Written by: Traci Dutton Ludwig; Published: 22 January 2026; Created: 22 January 2026; Last Updated: 22 January 2026; Hits: 1521

pouringwater Arrested: On Jan. 14, police received reports of an elderly Indian man attacking a woman who appeared to be his girlfriend on Mamaroneck Rd. Police went to the scene and arrested the man. No further information was provided.

Stolen package
On Jan. 17, a Brite Ave. resident reported that a package was stolen overnight.

Check fraud
On Jan. 13, a Mamaroneck Rd. resident reported being the victim of check fraud.

Help
A private investigator involved with a medical lawsuit against a Palmer Ave. resident arrived at the resident’s house and was taking photos Jan. 13. Police advised her to refrain from visiting the house and to conduct the case through appropriate legal channels.

Police conducted a welfare check of an Edgewood wife Jan. 17. She was OK.

Broken window
On Jan. 12, a Rock Creek Lane resident reported that someone threw a rock through a window at her house, causing a five-inch hole in the storm window.

Cars and roadways
Police issued a summons to the driver of a car that was improperly parked on Carstensen Rd. Jan. 12.

Verizon was notified about low-hanging wires on Mamaroneck Rd. and Woods Lane Jan. 13.

A primary wire was lying on the ground at Penn Blvd. Jan. 14. Police notified Con Edison and blocked off the area for safety.

Verizon was notified about low-hanging wires on Brown Rd. and Woods Lane Jan. 15.

On Jan. 16, a Mamaroneck Rd. resident reported that a car hit a stop sign and drove onto his property around 12:30 p.m.

A vehicle struck and broke a fire hydrant on Leatherstocking Lane Jan. 17. (A reader reports that water was running out of the hydrant for several days before the leak was fixed.

Police conducted several traffic stops this week and issued summonses to drivers for violations including licensing, registration and insurance violations.

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

Lost and found
Air pods in a Kate Spade keychain were found on East Parkway Jan. 16. Police vouchered them for safekeeping.

Village code
Police issued a warning to a solicitor who was soliciting on Oak Lane without a valid permit Jan. 12.
A Fox Meadow Rd. man reported losing the license plates of his car after selling his car to Carvana Jan. 13.
Police removed an illegally posted sign from Palmer Ave. and Mamaroneck Rd. Jan. 16.
Following a noise complaint, police dispersed kids from a Saxon Woods Rd. party Jan. 18.

Firefighters
A tree fell on a car on the Hutchinson River Parkway, and firefighters assisted with the accident Jan. 12.
Firefighters assisted with a car accident on the Bronx River Parkway Jan. 12.
Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a gas odor in a Ridgecrest East house Jan. 13.
Firefighters disconnected a burning washing machine in a Brite Ave. house Jan. 14.
Firefighters assisted with a car accident on Garden Rd. Jan. 14. They cleaned up spilled fluids.
A Tunstall Rd. boiler malfunctioned, and firefighters put it out of service. Jan. 17.
Firefighters cleaned up spilled gasoline from the floor of Christie Place garage Jan. 17.
Firefighters shut down a stove that would not turn off because of a broken knob on Garth Rd. Jan. 18.
Firefighters advised a Spier Rd. resident to call for service for a leaking hot water tank Jan. 18.

This report covering police and fire department activity has been compiled from official information.

Details: Written by: Joanne Wallenstein; Published: 15 January 2026; Created: 15 January 2026; Last Updated: 15 January 2026; Hits: 1097

Stolen Package Packages stolen: Three packages containing sneakers, a women’s dress pants and a fan were stolen from a River Rd. porch after delivery Jan. 6.

Mail stolen
A Brookby Rd. resident showed police doorbell camera footage Jan. 8 that showed a mail carrier stealing mail from the resident’s mailbox. The stolen mail contained a check written for $2,500 which was stolen and fraudulently cashed. The resident was advised to report the incident to postal police.

Fraud
On Jan. 8, an Overhill Rd. resident reported he ordered audio equipment from someone and sent a $7,000 payment via PayPal but never received the equipment.

On Jan. 11, a Farragut Rd. woman reported that someone altered at least eight checks that her mother sent out and approximately $4,805 in funds were stolen because of the fraud.

Suspicious
On Jan. 9, an Innes Rd. resident showed police suspicious doorbell camera footage documenting that a white male measured the front door with a tape measure and immediately left the scene in a gray pick up truck. The listed complainant a report for documentation purposes.

A Depot Place store employee requested police help due to a suspicious online order that was cancelled Jan. 11. Two individuals entered the store attempting to pick up high-end merchandise from the order. They were told that they could only pay cash, and they ended up only purchasing cheaper merchandise instead.

Doorbells
Youth at a Pinecrest Rd. Party were engaging in “ding-dong-ditch” Jan. 9. The party host told the kids to not engage in such activity and advised them to call their parents to be picked up.

Pedestrian struck
A pedestrian was struck by a car at Boulevard and Gaylor Rd. Jan. 5. The pedestrian was in the crosswalk, and she reported that her foot was run over. It was 5:30 p.m.

Cars and roadways
The highway department was advised about a low-hanging tree branch over Post and Olmsted Rd. Jan. 7.

Verizon was notified about a fallen wire on Palmer Ave. Jan. 7.

The highway department was notified about a pothole at Popham Rd. Jan. 7.

Verizon was notified about a loose wire on Brite Ave. Jan. 8 and 11.

Police moved a damaged crosswalk sign from Heathcote Rd. Jan.10 and notified the higway department.

Police put traffic cones in a Mamaroneck Rd. pothole and notified the highway department Jan. 11.

One car accident was officially reported in the Village this week.

Lost and found
A New York State driver’s license was found on Mamaroneck Rd. Jan. 8. Police informed the owner who came to headquarters to pick it up.

Village code
Police spoke to a Brite Ave. party host after neighbors complained of noise Jan. 10. The party was breaking up, and the host apologized for the noise.

Police dispersed noisy youth from Fayette Rd. Jan. 10. Evidence of underage drinking was observed, as youth dispersed from the scene.

Police removed an illegally posted sign from Mamaroneck Rd. Jan. 11. A summons was issued.

Firefighters
On Jan. 11, firefighters responded to a report of smoke in a structure, possibly from the fireplace, on Obry Drive. On arrival, firefighters were directed to the family room located above the garage, where the fireplace was located. They encountered a smoke condition in the family room with smoke pushing out of the floor adjacent to the fireplace. They evacuated the family, including a dog. They stretched a 1.75" handline to the garage located below the fireplace. In the fire room, they opened up the floor adjacent to the fireplace where there was active fire. They extinguished the active fire and checked for extension. They need to remove the stone hearth and adjacent wall coverings to locate the floor joists involved in fire. They shut the main circuit breakers on two panels in the basement. Con Ed advised the homeowner to have the system inspected by a certified electrician prior to restoring power. The Scarsdale Cause and Origin Team responded and commenced an investigation. The cause of the fire was accidental, due to embers that migrated between the firebox and hearth during normal use of the fireplace. One firefighter was transported to White Plains Hospital for right shoulder and right knee injuries caused by a slip and fall on ice.

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

Details: Written by: Traci Dutton Ludwig; Published: 08 January 2026; Created: 08 January 2026; Last Updated: 08 January 2026; Hits: 1321

SGCLake Stolen: A larceny was reported on Elm Rd. Jan. 2.

Identity theft
On Dec. 29, a Cushman Rd. resident reported receiving in the mail fraudulent tax documents, bank documents and credit cards in an unknown person’s name using his address. He suspected identity theft.

On Jan. 4, a White Birch Lane man reported that someone fraudulently attempted to use his identity. The man said he was contacted by a Webster Bank fraud analyst on Dec. 29, and spoke to the individual the next day while the man was in California. The analyst informed him that an unknown party entered a unknown Webster Bank location in Rhode Island and unsuccessfully attempted to open a business account in his name. No further information was provided, but the man’s accounts were frozen by the fraud department. The man confirmed he was not at a loss due to this incident.

Criminal mischief
A Jefferson Rd. resident reported that someone threw eggs at his house Jan. 2 in the morning. The eggs reportedly did not cause any damage. Later, around 8 p.m., the same resident reported that someone threw an axe at the door. Police spoke with the resident’s 15-year-old sone who suspected it might have been done by the new boyfriend of one of his friends. Police attempted to get in touch with an associate of the new boyfriend and advised the 15-year-old son to attempt to get contact information for the new boyfriend’s parents. No damage was caused by the incident.

Help
An East Parkway business manager spoke to police about concerns regarding a former employee Dec. 30.

Safety
Three kids were on the ice at Duck Pond on Heathcote Rd Dec. 31. Police explained the ice could be weak and cause a hazardous condition. The kids apologized and left.

Cars and roadways
On Dec. 29, the highway department was notified about a large pothole on Crane Rd. Police placed a warning cone over it in the meantime.
A broken parking meter was found on Woodland Place Dec. 29. It was logged for repair.
A fallen sign was removed from Post Rd. Dec. 30. The highway department was notified for replacement.
Patrol notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Brite Ave. Jan. 1.
Police asked drivers to move parked cars to ease traffic flow on Madison Rd. Jan. 3.
Patrol notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Dolma Rd. Jan. 4.
A water pipe burst on Lee Rd., causing an icing condition on Lee Rd. Jan. 4. The water department was informed.

Dogs
A Mamaroneck Rd. man reported that his two German Shepherd mix puppies were missing from his property Dec. 31. Police canvassed the area but did not find the missing pups.

Village code
A caller complained of noise from an East Parkway establishment at 11:00 p.m. Dec. 29. Police did not deem the noise to be unreasonable, but police notified the manager of the establishment.

Speakers were being fixed at a Christie Place establishment, and someone complained about noise Dec. 30.

A plumbing company shut off water at a Wayside Lane address without proper permission Dec. 31. Police issued a summons.

A caller complained of noise from an East Parkway establishment at 10 p.m. Dec. 31. Staff lowered the volume.

Lost and found
Keys found on Mamaroneck Rd. were given to police for safekeeping Jan. 4.

Firefighters
On Dec. 30, firefighters helped police gain entry to a Mayflower Rd. house, to help a person who needed medical care. First aid was provided while waiting for Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps.
Firefighters assisted Con Edison in extinguishing a fire in a tree caused by contact with a wire Dec. 30.
On Dec. 31, firefighters helped move a Village resident suffering from mobility issues.
On Dec. 31, firefighters used a fan to ventilate carbon monoxide from a garage where a car had recently been running.
An alarm in a White Birch Lane house was found to be caused by a sump pump in need of repair Dec. 31. Firefighters advised the resident to call for repair.
A pizza oven downdraft was not working properly in a a Garth Rd. restaurant, causing smoke accumulation Dec. 31. Firefighters assisted with ventilation.
A Hillview Dr. resident requested help with a microwave that was not turning off Dec. 31. The appliance turned off before firefighters arrived.
An overhead sprinkler in a Forest Lane house overheated and was causing problems Jan. 1. Firefighters disconnected the component and capped the wires, pending repair. The same thing happened again Jan. 3.
A burning plastic odor in an Olmsted Rd. house was linked to a burnt-out component in a HVAC system. Firefighters disconnected the unit and advised to call for service.
A breaker was popping in a Heathcote Rd. apartment due to a faulty cord on a vacuum cleaner Jan. 2. Firefighters disconnected the vacuum.
On Jan. 2, firefighters helped a Herkimer Rd. resident get inside their house after an accidental lockout.
Firefighters unplugged a faulty washing machine that was causing an odor in a Corell Rd. house Jan. 3. They advised servicing it.

This report covering police and fire department activity from Dec. 29 – Jan. 5 has been compiled from official information.

Details: Written by: Traci Dutton Ludwig; Published: 31 December 2025; Created: 31 December 2025; Last Updated: 02 January 2026; Hits: 1082

Xmaslights Help: A Dolma Road resident reported that a process server was at his door, refusing to leave and allegedly threatening to break down the door Dec. 23. Police arrived on scene and stood by while the process server delivered legal documents to the resident.

A resident slipped and fell on ice while walking his dog in New Rochelle Dec. 24. Police notified New Rochelle police.

A resident walked into headquarters to report that he could not access his work email Dec. 24. He thought it was related to an issue of identity theft. Police thought it was an IT problem.

Noises
A Crawford Lane resident reported a “buzzing” sound in the house Dec. 26, possibly related to water pipes. Police notified the Water Department.

Suitcase
A suitcase containing clothing was found on the platform of the train station Dec. 24. Police notified MTA police.

Cat
A woman reported that she was attempting to drop off a cat at her ex-husband’s house in the Village, but her ex-husband was refusing to take possession of the cat Dec. 23. Police explained it was a civil matter.

Dogs
Police reunited two loose dogs with their owners on Dec. 27.

Garbage
An Edgewood School custodian reported a woman was dumping garbage in school bins, causing them to overflow Dec. 28.

License plate
A Secor Rd. man reported that he was accumulating charges on his EZ Pass account that were not related to him Dec. 26. Apparently, another car was using his license plate number. The man was currently in possession of both of his license plates.

Cars and roadways
On Dec. 24, a car was blocking a Walworth Ave. driveway. The driver was at Hitchcock Presbyterian Church. Police asked the driver’s parent to ask the driver to move the car.

Police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Clarence Rd. Dec. 26.

Police called a tow for a car stuck in snow at Post and Fenimore roads at 3:30 a.m., Dec. 27.

Village code
Illegally posted signs were discarded from Mamaroneck Rd. Dec. 22.

Lost and found
A Village worker found a driver’s license and debit card in the Village and gave it to police who contacted a family member of the owner Dec. 22. The owner picked up the items from headquarters.

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