Police Report: Village Checks Stolen and Washed, a Bear on Burgess Road and Residents Dispute Cat Custody

A bear on Burgess Road on June 26, 2026: Photo credit: Jonathan Shawn

Bear on Burgess: A Burgess Road resident spotted a black bear in her yard on the afternoon of June 25, 2026 and posted photos of it on Facebook. The Village of Scarsdale sent out an alert to residents saying, “The Police Department has received several calls of a potential black bear sighting in the area of Burgess Road. If you see a bear, do not approach it. It is recommended that small pets be brought indoors, pet food be removed from outdoors, and garbage be removed or covered.”

The bear (or perhaps another) was later spotted on Old Orchard Road near Crane Road and then in White Plains.

Strangely on June 10 2020 a bear was also sighted on Burgess Road. Here is the report and a photo:

Fraud
Fraud was committed involving checks mailed out from the Village treasurer's office. The checks were intercepted and cashed. The matter was reported June 17.

On June 19, a Lorraine Place resident reported being tricked into sending a wire transfer to a person impersonating a contractor. It resulted from a fraudulent email address that was similar to the contractor's email address.

Civil matters
On June 15, police mediated a dispute between a customer and a Garth Rd. business owner over a credit card.

On June 17, a Dell Rd. resident reported that contractors working at the neighboring property had damaged grass along her curb line, and she had concerns about downed wires that were now in her yard. She also reported that the contractors had been sitting on her property in lawn chairs which she observed from her Ring camera. Partrol made contact with the contractors and spoke with the foreman. Patrol mediated the situation.

A Meadow Rd. resident reported her husband might have violated a custody agreement June 19.

On June 21, a Jefferson Rd. resident reported that their child, who no longer lives at home, took the family cat to the child's new address. There has been an ongoing dispute over who is the rightful owner of the cat.A bear on Burgess Road in 2020

Suspicious
On June 21, a black SUV entered a property on Murray Hill Rd. driveway looking for a party that was allegedly posted online. The homeowner was concerned her address might have been compromised.

On June 21, a Post Rd. resident reported that a garbage can inside her garage had been knocked over. It was next to an open window, the resident said.

Help
On June 17, police helped a Jefferson Rd. homeowner turn off a water valve.

On June 18, an elderly Heathcote man reported someone had taken documents from his desk at home. After speaking with the man's daughter and a health aide, it was determined that the man was confused.

After midnight June 19, a caller from Butler Rd. reported that his friend was out with him and that his friend ran off and cannot be found. Police canvassed the area. The friend was located and transported to White Plains Hospital Center with a parent.

Branches
A Post Rd. resident reported that a jogger broke branches from his tree June 21. Police observed branches protruding above the sidewalk, causing a hazard. The resident was advised to trim his tree.

Cars and roadways
On June 15, police placed cones over a sinkhole near a manhole on Brite Ave.
On June 17, police directed traffic around a broken-down garbage truck on Carthage Rd.
Police advised highway department workers of a broken pedestrian sign on Chase Rd. June 17.
On June 17, a Tisdale Rd. driver stated that while driving, a person spit on his vehicle, and a verbal dispute occurred. The party stated that he spit out of the window because of a medical issued and spit as the car was passing by. The party stated that it was an accident and did not do it on purpose. Patrol mediated the situation and both parties left the location.
On June 17, police removed lumber from Crane Rd.
A car was repossessed from Stratton Rd. June 18.
A hanging branch over Mamaroneck Rd. was removed for safety June 18.
Police and firefighters stood by for Con Edison because of sparking wires on Franklin Rd. June 18.
Police removed a branch from Heathcote Rd. June 18.
A stop sign fell down on Meadow Rd. June 21. Police informed the highway department.
On June 21. police issued summonses to a driver on Post Rd. who was driving with a suspended registration and no insurance.
Three car accidents were reported in the Village this week.

Animals
A squirrel entered a Fountain Terrace living room June 20. Police opened doors until the animal left the house.

Village code
After neighbors complained, police advised a Fairview Rd. resident that music from his property was too loud June 16.

After neighbors complained, police advised an Oak Lane resident that music from his property was too loud June 18.

Police dispersed youth from Boulevard after 1 a.m., June 19.

Police removed illegally placed signs from Garth Rd. June 19 and Burgess Rd. June 20. Summonses were issued as appropriate.

After neighbors complained, police advised a Tunstall Rd. resident that music from his property was bothering neighbors June 19.

On June 19, police advised a Secor Rd. party manager that music from outdoor speakers was too loud.

Police stood by during a loud youth party on Beechwood Ln. was broken up and kids were picked up by parents June 19.

Police dispersed a youth party from Birchall Dr. June 20.

A dog was off leash on Mamaroneck Rd. June 20. Police issued a summons to the owner.

After neighbors complained, police advised a Crossway resident that music from his property was too loud June 20.

Lost and found
On June 15, a resident reported a lost license plate.
On June 15, a River Rd. woman reported a sensor was missing from the front of her car.
A resident found a driver's license and gave it to police June 17.
An ID found on Edgewood Rd. was returned to its owner June 18.
On June 20, a passerby lost a car key on Boniface Circle.
On June 21, a cell phone was found at Quaker Ridge School. Police returned it to its owner.

Firefighters
On June 15, a contractor damaged a gas line. Firefighters established a hose line and stood by for Con Edison.

Gas was leaking from a dryer connection in a Leatherstocking Lane house June 15. Firefighters stood by for Con Edison.

Firefighters assisted at car accidents on the Hutchinson River Parkway June 15 and June 18.

On June 18, firefighters responded to a report of wires arcing on Franklin Rd. Upon arrival, firefighters found a secondary wire making contact with a guide wire and tree. The tree was smoking, and the guide wire was electrified. Con Edison was dispatched. While Con Edison was en route, a plastic sheathing put on the secondary wire from a prior incident caught fire. Firefighters extinguished the burning debris that fell. Approximately 50 feet down the road, communication wires began to ignite from the electrified guide wire. Upon Con Edison's arrival, firefighters stood by as the scene was made safe. All units then went to the area of Stratton and Windward for primary arching.

On June 18, a Rural Dr. generator was emitting an electrical burning odor. Firefighters and Con Edison isolated the power and checked the service. An electrician was recommended for repair.

On June 19, a Bradford Rd. stove igniter was malfunctioning. Firefighters shut service and recommended repair.

This report covering police and fire department activity from June 15-21 has been compiled from official information.