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Written by: Traci Dutton Ludwig

Published: 16 July 2026

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Stolen: Contractors' tools were stolen from an Elm Rd. job site July 6.

Scam
A Brittany Close resident reported that he was sold a fake iPhone in a scam July 10.

Harassment
On July 6, a Chateaux Circle resident reported that her landlord shoved her while the landlord was in the apartment reviewing reported damages. The landlord allegedly made contact with the resident as the two were in the threshold of a doorway. No injuries were reported.

Domestic matters
On July 8, an employee of the food court at the Scarsdale Pool reported an incident with his estranged father. The two have allegedly been estranged for two years, but the son still uses a car owned by the father for daily transportation. The father came to the food court to tell the son that the car registration was expiring and asked for the keys to resolve the matter. The son refused, and food court management asked the father to leave. Police checked the car's status and learned that the registration actually expires in Aug. 2028.

A Church Lane man asked police to tell his ex-wife to refrain from coming inside the house when she dropped off the couple's children July 8.

Help
Police observed a man without shoes walking on Walworth Ave July 10. Police asked if he eeded assistance. He asked to go to the hospital. Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps was notified and drove him to the hospital.

Branches
On July 6, police notified the highway department to remove a fallen branch from a Ridgecrest North lawn. The branch fell from a Village tree.

Cars and roadways
Police notified Verizon about fallen wires on Barry Rd. July 6, Drake Rd. July 7 and Wayside Lane July 11.
Police notified the highway department about a fallen tree on Sprague Rd. July 6.
On July 9, police asked construction workers to park their cars in a way that did not impede traffic flow.
A driver ran out of gas on Post Rd. July 9. Police stood by while the driver went to get gas.
Police notified the highway and water departments about water bubbling up from the roadway on Scarsdale Ave and Popham Rd. July 9.
Police removed branches from Fox Meadow Rd. July 11.
Police gave directions to a lost driver who stopped her car on Mamaroneck Rd. July 12.

Missing car
On July 11, a Willow Rd. resident reported her car was missing from her driveway. When police arrived, the resident said she thought the car might be at Fenway Golf Club, stating that she forgot she had left the car in the parking lot earlier that day and instead got a ride home. Police drove the resident to the parking lot where she picked up her car.

Civil matter
A painting company was accused of taking a Normandy Lane resident's garbage can July 6. The company agreed to return the can.

On July 6, a Murray Hill Rd. A resident reported that UPS did not deliver a package. It contained an item purchased from a private seller for $3,150. UPS was notified and the rep did not know why the package was not delivered, the resident said.

Police mediated a dispute between a Sheldrake Rd. resident and an in-home health aide July 7. A new aide was organized to arrive and replace the existing aide. When the new aide arrived, the resident called again to report someone was attempting to enter her house. Police called the resident's son to sort out the matter, due to the resident's confusion.

A Christie Place resident with memory issues was having a dispute with a home health aide July 10. Patrol and a family member mediated the dispute.

Bear
A black bear was spotted in a Brewster Rd. yard July 7.

Dogs
On July 10, a woman allegedly yelled at a man with two dogs on Roosevelt Place. Police arrived and mediated the dispute over the animals.

Deer
A small deer was stuck in a Heathcote Rd. fence July 11. Police helped the animal get free so it could be on its way.

Lost and found
A driver reported losing a license plate in the Village July 10.
A passerby found a cell phone on Popham Rd. July 11. Police returned the phone to its owner.

Firefighters
Firefighters notified Con Edison about a tree limb on wires on Vernon Rd. and a broken utility pole on Edgewood Rd. July 6.
Boxes were burning due to discarded sparklers on Carthage Rd. July 7. Firefighters extinguished the fire, and the area was deemed to be safe.
Firefighters assisted at a car accident on Hutchinson River Parkway July 7.
Keys were locked inside a car on Butler Rd. July 8. Firefighters gained entry to retrieve the keys.
Firefighters assisted with a leaking hot water heater on Seneca Rd. and advised to call a plumber July 10.
A gas leak was detected in a Lincoln Rd. kitchen July 10. Firefighters isolated the leak and stood by for Con Edison.
A car accidentally left running in a Manor Lane garage emitted carbon monoxide inside the garage and house July 11. Firefighters made sure the car was off and ventilated the spaces until safe levels returned.

This report covering police and fire department activity from July 6-11 has been compiled from official information.

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Written by: Traci Dutton Ludwig

Published: 09 July 2026

Created: 09 July 2026

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Harassment: On June 29, a woman crossing East Parkway and Spencer Place reported being harassed by a man on a bicycle. She stated he made inappropriate remarks to her and struck the sign she was holding. This contact led to her dropping the sign and causing the flag attached to her sign to break. She sustained arm pain from this incident but refused any medical attention numerous times. She stated that she would not like to press charges for the damaged property. The description of the bicyclist is a tall middle aged white male with a white colored bicycle.

A Butler Rd. woman reported, on July 5, that she was concerned about comments that her ex-boyfriend made in online posts following their breakup. Police viewed the comments but did not find anything threatening.

Bears
On June 30 a bear was spotted on Lebanon Road. On Tuesday morning July 7 bears were sighted on Scarsdale Golf Course and another was seen crossing Tompkins Road (see photo).

Suspicious
On July 2, a Murray Hill Rd. woman reported a suspicious incident which occurred when she was attempting to place a package inside her house. At that time, an unknown black male driving a grey SUV, possibly a Honda with New Jersey license plates, parked his vehicle in front of her front door, exited the vehicle, opened the trunk and asked the woman if she needed help placing the package inside the house. She refused, placed the package inside the residence and asked the unknown party if he was delivering a package. He replied no, and she then thought the entire incident was unusual. So, she entered her house, locked the front door and called police. The unknown man left the scene in his vehicle. She stated the package contained a children's play set and was delivered earlier that day by a white van.

Intoxication
At 8 pm, July 2, a Garth Rd. business manager reported that an intoxicated woman, in her 50s, fell off a chair and hit her head. The manager reported that the female was walking away and leaving the scene but they wanted to make sure she was ok. The woman was described as approximately 5'3", wearing black leggings and a black tank top, with blonde hair. She was last seen walking south on Garth Rd. Patrol assisted Eastchester police with the intoxicated female on Garth Rd.

Crowd control
Police helped Scarsdale library staff with crowd control at a public event June 29.

Broken window
On July 2, a Ridgecrest West woman reported the rear window of her car was broken overnight. Glass was found inside and around the car. Nothing was stolen.

Elevator
A Christie Place elevator was placed out of service after it malfunctioned July 2.

Donut
On July 5, a Montrose Rd. woman reported that she believed a GrubHub food delivery order from a White Plains coffee house might have been drugged due to experiencing fatigue and eye twitching after eating the delivered glazed blueberry donut. The food delivery order was sealed when she received it. She did not seek medical attention, she said. However, she performed a drug test at a lab and did an at-home drug test approximately 72 hours after eating the donut, and the results of both tests came back negative for tested drugs.

Bicycle
On July 2, a Berwick rd. man reported that someone might be vandalizing his bicycle at the East Parkway bike rack. She said he left his bike there from 9 am to 5 pm. When he returned to his bike, he discovered it had a flat rear tire. Patrol did not observe any signs of vandalism on the tire. It appeared the bike had a bent rim, as the wheel was not spinning smoothly. The man was advised to take the bike to a shop to have the rim checked out.

Cars and roadways
Sanitation removed a dead raccoon from Donellan Rd. June 30.
Police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Dobbs Terrace July 2.
Wires were arcing on Post Rd. July 2. Con Edison was informed.
Patrol removed a branch from Saxon Woods Rd. and fallen trees from Bypass, Penn Blvd., Walworth Ave. and Post, Jefferson, Clarence, Brewster, Fayette, Fenimore, Mamaroneck, Overhill, Heathcote, Carman, Gorham, Nelson, Brayton, Valley, Rodney, Catherine, Edgewood, Franklin, Overlook, Carthage and Whig roads July 4. Firefighters and highway crews assisted. When wires were affected, Con Edison and Verizon were notified as appropriate. Management of fallen trees and wires continued throughout the Village into July 5.
A tree fell on a 2000 Lexus on Brewster Rd. July 4.
On July 5, a Westview Lane woman reported a tree fell on her deck and roof, causing extensive damage. She was advised to contact her insurance company and an arborist.
Verizon and Con Edison were notified about fallen wires on Crossway and Brambach, Drake, Innes, Clarence, Hamilton, Colonial and Corell roads July 5.
Fallen branches were reported on Roosevelt Place and Bradley, Edgewood and Stonehouse roads July 5.
Police removed caution tape from Black Walnut Rd. so drivers could safely exit the road July 5.
A tree fell on a Lyons Rd. house July 5. No one was home at the time.
Two car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.

Village code
Police removed and discarded illegally posted signs from Church Ln. June 29 and Carstensen Rd. July 5. Summonses were issued as appropriate.
On June 30, police informed a Brewster Rd. resident that trash had to be put in a bin for collection. Neighbors complained that animals were opening loose bags of trash and littering the roadway.
Landscapers using gas-powered leaf blowers were issued citations on Woods Lane June 30,

Dogs
On June 29, a woman called from Roosevelt Place to advise that several dogs were off leash. Police arrived on scene, but no dogs were present. She advised that she yelled at people with dogs off leash. Patrol advised her not to do so and to just call the police so the police can inform people of the laws and rules.

On July 3, a man found a brown dog on Greendale Rd. Police reunited it with its owner.

Lost and found
On June 29, a Dolma Rd. resident reported losing the license plates of her car somewhere in the Village.

A driver reported a missing license plate June 30.

Police found glasses and a wallet on Catherine Rd. and returned them to their owner July 1.

A Park Rd. resident reported a missing license plate July 2.

On July 3, a Continental Rd. woman reported losing a diamond earring somewhere in the Village.

Firefighters
Firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Hutchinson River Parkway June 29.

Around 5 pm, June 29, firefighters were dispatched to a car accident on the Hutchinson River Parkway. There were reported injuries and entrapment. Firefighters found a single vehicle had left the roadway and come to rest on its side down a steep embankment. A minor fire was observed in the engine compartment and was extinguished using a fire extinguisher. As a precaution, firefighters deployed a 200-foot hose line to provide fire protection in the event the fire reignited during rescue operations. The driver, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, was found unresponsive but breathing and trapped in the driver's seat. The patient's lower extremities were pinned and severely crushed by the brake pedal assembly and dashboard, preventing self-extrication and removal from the vehicle. Fire department personnel stabilized the vehicle and, using battery-powered hydraulic extrication tools, removed the vehicle's roof to gain access to the patient. Crews then displaced and removed the entrapping components, allowing for the patient's safe extrication. Once freed, the patient was immobilized on a long backboard and secured in a Stokes basket. Due to the steep terrain, fire department personnel established a low-angle rope rescue system to safely raise the patient up the embankment to the roadway. Upon reaching the top of the embankment, the patient was transferred to awaiting Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps personnel for continued treatment and transport. The patient sustained traumatic injuries to both lower extremities as a result of the crash and was transported to Westchester Medical Center. The scene was then turned over to the Westchester County Police for investigation.

Firefighters assisted at a car accident with injuries on the Hutchinson River Parkway June 30.

Firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Bronx River Parkway June 30.

Firefighters assisted at a single rollover car accident on Post Rd. involving a utility pole July 1. Con Edison was notified to assess the pole and address fallen wires and equipment.

Firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Bronx River Parkway July 2.

Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of fallen wires on Fenimore Rd. July 2.

On July 2, firefighters assisted a Vernon Rd. resident with spilled gasoline in the driveway. The resident stated that fuel in a five gallon gasoline can was leaking. Firefighters found that the gas can was over-pressurized due to the extreme heat and assisted the resident with alleviating the pressure and stopping the leak. Absorbent was spread where the fuel spilledon the driveway.

Firefighters assisted at a car accident on Griffen Ave July 4.

A tree fell on a Jefferson Rd. house July 4, collapsing the attic and second floor. Residents were not home at the time of the collapse. No injuries were reported. Firefighters checked and found compromised structural components in the attic and second floor and deemed the building unsafe.The main breaker was shut to the building as electrical wires were crushed in the attic area. Occupants were informed to stay in a hotel for night. The building department was notified of the structural damage.

On July 4, a tree crushed a car in a Carthage Rd. driveway. No injuries were reported and the car was unoccupied.

Wires fell on Colonial Rd. July 4. Residents were advised to stay inside their houses. the area was taped off, awaiting arrival and repair by Con Edison.

A Penn Blvd. generator was releasing carbon monoxide into the house July 5. Firefighters shut the generator because residents were not home and later instructed residents about safe use of generators.
Firefighters instructed a Brambach Rd. resident about safe generator use July 5.

This report covering police and fire department activity from June 29 - July 5 has been compiled from official information.

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Written by: Joanne Wallenstein

Published: 07 July 2026

Created: 07 July 2026

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Rumors are swirling about a death on Butler Road in Scarsdale today, July 7, 2026. No names have been released, but police have blocked off the street between Hampton and Brewster Road, where a police tent has been erected and there appears to be an investigation in process at the home just to the left of the kindergarten playground at Fox Meadow School. 

At 2:15 pm, the Village sent out this statement: "Please note that there is a police investigation in the Fox Meadow Neighborhood. There is no threat to public safety," and at 5:20 pm they issued the following:

"The Scarsdale Police Department is investigating the death of a person discovered at a home on Butler Road during the early morning hours of July 7, 2026.

The cause and manner of death have not been determined and are pending examination by the Office of the Westchester County Medical Examiner. The Scarsdale Police Department, with assistance from the Westchester County Police Forensic Investigations Unit, is conducting an active investigation.

There is no information indicating an ongoing threat to the public.

Out of respect for the investigation and the family, the Department will not speculate on the circumstances of this death while the medical examiner’s work and the investigation are ongoing. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Scarsdale Police Department at (914) 722-1200."

We will keep you posted on anything we learn.

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Written by: Traci Dutton Ludwig

Published: 02 July 2026

Created: 02 July 2026

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Photos by Shelley GrafsteinArrested : On June 26, a woman -- Leah Hartstein, 44, of Toms River, New Jersey -- turned herself in on a warrant for criminal mischief, related to allegedly damaging a Hutchinson Ave. lawn sprinkler, lawn and bluestone curbing after driving over it with her car in early June. She was released on her own recognizance with an appearance ticket for Scarsdale Village Justice Court.

Stolen Tools
On July 22, a contractor working at a Cushman Rd. house reported at least 12 tools had been stolen from the job site. Damage to the property was also observed.

Trespassing
On June 23, a Taunton Rd. homeowner reported an unknown person was discovered inside her house, in the bathroom. After a brief conversation with the homeowner, the unknown man left the house toward Post Rd. The unknown person was described as a black man, approximately six feet tall, wearing boots, jeans and a red shirt. He was described as having scars on his face. The homeowner did not know how the person entered the house.

Vandalism and graffiti
As per new information that was released about a June 6 incident on Woods Lane, it has been reported that some kids from New Rochelle entered a Woods Lane house during the course of a youth party. At least one of the kids knew the homeowner's daughter through classes. During the gathering, some kids damaged the house, including stealing items classified as doors, windows and cabinets. Police learned of the matter after neighbors complained about noise. When police arrived on scene, the kids dispersed. The matter remains under investigation.

On June 28, recreation department officials reported that Heathcote Rd. sports fields had been vandalized overnight. Specifically, a temporary home run fence had been tampered with and five plastic poles were missing. The approximate value of each pole was reported to be $50, creating a loss of approximately $250.

On June 28, a caller reported a white man with long hair, black shorts and headphones was creating graffiti on a train station wall. Police canvassed the area for him, but he was gone.

On June 28, two Scarsdale Ave. restaurant managers reported that a man walked by their establishments and beat outdoor items with an umbrella, causing damage to planted flowers and a light fixture. The incidents were recorded on video.

Harassment
On June 25, police responded to Greenacres Ave. on the report of a man being harassed by a female in a BMW who claimed "he got her evicted from her home." Upon arrival, police observed the man standing next to the BMW and conversing with the female operator. The BMW immediately drove away from the scene before patrol could make contact. Police spoke to the man, who explained that he did not know the female personally; however, he claimed she had been making numerous calls to his phone. He stated that she believes he was responsible for her eviction because he is listed on bankruptcy documents for the building the female lives in. Then, the female showed up on Greenacres Ave. in front of the man's house, requesting him to sign paperwork. The man stated that the female has not made any threats to him. He only requested documentation of the interaction and ridebys of his house.

On June 27, a Chateaux Circle resident reported that a neighbor was secretly recording private conversations he had with his wife and was threatening to post the recordings online.

On June 28, a 16-year-old White Plains boy reported that a man walking a dog on Oxford Rd. possibly sprayed him with pepper spray.

Broken window
On June 24, a White Birch Lane man reported that he believed a landscaper intentionally broke his window. Police found no evidence that suggested that the damage was intentional.

Rocks
On June 25, a caller stated he observed a Black man wearing a dark shirt and shorts throwing rocks at a Boulevard church. The man said he was waiting for the bus. No damage was observed to the building.

Welfare check
On June 28, police attempted to perform a welfare check of a Secor Rd. woman who had travelled to Arizona. The woman's sister requested the check. Police could not obtain wellness information since the woman was out of state. The sister was informed the woman had already left town.

Cars and roadways
On June 22, police notified Westchester County police about a fallen stop sign on the Bronx River Parkway exit ramp.

A tree fell into wires on Lockwood Rd. June 22.

The highway department cleared a fallen tree branch from Ogden Rd. June 24. Another low hanging branch was reported over Tompkins Rd. June 24.

On June 24, a child drove an electric scooter into the side of a car at Hamilton and Rodney roads. The child was evaluated for possible injuries and parents were notified.

Police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Montrose Rd. June 24.

A car with Connecticut plates was parked on Berwick Rd. overnight from June 24 to June 25. A neighbor complained. Police asked the driver to move the car.

Police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Heathcote Rd. June 25.

Police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Wildwood Rd. June 26.

Police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Herkimer Rd. June 27.

A tree fell into wires on Sunset Dr. June 28. Con Edison and highway workers cleared the scene.

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

Civil matters
On July 22, a patient was acting disorderly at an Overhill Rd. doctor's office. A caller from the doctor's office stated that a patient was being aggressive and was refusing to leave the location. The patient was described as a 30-year-old Asian wearing all black. The patient then called 911 and stated that she was waiting in the hallway to get documents back from the doctor's office. Patrol spoke to both parties over the phone and learned that they had a verbal dispute in regard to an appointment time. The patient left the location prior to arrival of patrol and was instructed not to return to the location.The caller stated the patient will be informed via email that she is no longer permitted at the location.

On June 25, a Birchall Dr. homeowner said she just moved in but her movers were refusing to unpack her stuff. Police mediated a dispute which was over a contract disagreement. All parties were advised it was a civil matter.

Bear
A bear was reported on Lockwood Rd. in a resident's back yard, June 25. Additional sightings were recorded that day on Morris Lane and Burgess Rd.

Dumpster
On June 25, a dumpster was delivered to a wrong address on Rock Creek Lane. A company rep said it would be picked up by the end of the business day.

Village code
Police advised a group of youths walking on Brite Ave. to keep the noise level down June 23.

Police dispersed kids from Stratton Rd. June 23.

After neighbors complained of noise from kids in a Hanover Rd. pool, police advised the parents to tell their kids to keep the noise down.

Police removed illegally posted signs from Post and Brambach roads June 26. Summonses were issued as appropriate.

Lost and found
A wallet was found on Scarsdale Ave. June 25. It was vouchered for safekeeping.

A wallet was found on Scarsdale Ave. June 26. Police identified the owner and returned the wallet.

Firefighters
On June 22, a Fox Meadow Rd. resident reported that FD units responded to a report of an unknown substance inhaled by a resident. On arrival, firefighters found Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps and police on scene, treating a resident who was having trouble breathing. The resident reported opening up a package that was suspiciously delivered, which allegedly began to trigger symptoms. Firefighters metered the area
around the package and throughout the structure. They detected no unusual readings or unusual odors. Firefighters put on protective garb and opened up the package to look for anything unusual. No substances or unusual objects were found.

An alarm malfunctioned at Hitchcock Church due to water infiltration from a storm June 22.

Firefighters moved fallen wires off Post Rd. following a previous car accident June 22.

Firefighters helped EMS workers lift a patient in the Village June 22.

A water heater in need of maintenance in a Scarsdale Ave. building activated a carbon monoxide alarm June 23. Firefighters and Con Edison shut down the water heater, ventilated the space and recommended repair.

A paper shredder in a Church Lane building emitted a strong burning odor June 23. It was relocated outside the building. Firefighters checked the interior for anything else burning and ventilated the space.

On June 24, firefighters and Con Edison checked a Post Rd. house for a possible gas leak after the resident reported an unusual odor and lightheadedness. No gas leaks were detected inside the house.

Firefighters assisted at a car accident involving a fire hydrant on Mamaroneck Rd. June 25.

Firefighters assisted a driver with a flat tire on Post Rd. until emergency services arrived June 25.

A Jeep hit a Lawrence Rd. utility pole, severing it and causing wires to be in danger of falling. Firefighters assisted and stood by for safety until emergency services arrived. While on scene for the damaged utility pole and ensuing neighborhood power outage, firefighters observed an unsafe use of a portable generator. A gasoline-fired portable generator was observed with exhaust blowing directly on a basement window next to a driveway. Multiple five-gallon gas cans were also seen inside a garage with caps off. Firefighters shut the generator and moved it away from the house. Carbon monoxide was detected inside the garage and basement. Firefighters ventilated the space and instructed the resident on how to use a generator safely.

Firefighters removed a faulty power strip from a Lawrence Rd. house June 27.

Around midnight June 28, a Honda CRV struck a pole on Post Rd. and severed it. Wires and a transformer were hanging over the roadway with no equipment on the ground. Two patients were lying in the roadway when firefighters arrived. SVAC transported them to a hospital for treatment. Con Edison was called to address the pole and wires. Firefighters assisted. The driver said he was drowsy and fell asleep while driving.

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