Police Report: Good Fences Make Good Neighbors
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Car break-in: Cash and a hat were stolen out of an unlocked car parked on Overhill Rd. Oct. 4.
Identity theft
On Sept. 29, an E. Taunton Rd. man advised that someone tried to open two credit cards in his name without his permission. One card was accepted, and the other request was denied.
On Oct. 1, an Overhill Rd. resident reported that someone opened a business line of credit with American Express in her name without her permission.
On Oct. 2, a resident walked into headquarters to report that someone withdrew funds from her Wells Fargo benefit account at an ATM at one of the local branches.
On Oct. 2, a Sycamore Rd. resident reported he wrote a check for $25,000 to NYS Income Tax. The check was on Sept. 15. On Sept. 30, it was cashed by someone who had washed the check by changing the payee’s name.
A Mamaroneck Rd. woman reported fraudulent activity in her Chase bank account Oct. 3. She was working with the bank to correct the matter.
On Oct. 3, a Herkimer Rd. resident reported that someone opened a fraudulent Direct TV account in her name in Colorado, and she received a collection notice for a debt totaling more than $1,000.
Concerns
A Paddington Rd. resident reported a translator, formerly employed by the resident, showed up at her house on Sept. 29, and made her feel intimidated. The translator allegedly testified against the resident in a family court case, and the resident no longer wanted the translator to stop by or have contact with her. Patrol checked the exterior of the house, and everything seemed to be in good order.
On Sept. 30, a Brittany Close resident reported that an unknown person stopped her and asked unusual questions that made her feel uncomfortable, such as “How do you get a house around her?” and “What do you do for a living?” The person left the area before police arrived.
|On Oct. 1, a pedestrian reported that she had been verbally harassed by a Village employee. She reported that while walking on Duck Pond Rd., the driver of a garbage truck pulled up next to her, and a Village employee allegedly said, in an angry voice ,"I'm working here. I'm in the street, and you're on the sidewalk." The truck driver then drove away.
A homeless person was sleeping on a bench near the high school track on Post Rd. Oct. 4. Police sent the person on his way.
A caller reported that a white man wearing a blue shirt and shorts was hiding in the bushes at Brewster and Ogden roads, jumping out at cars and acting disorderly Oct. 4. Police canvassed the area but did not see the man.
On Oct. 5, after midnight, a Fox Meadow Rd. resident reported that someone rang the resident’s doorbell and ran away.
Banned
Library staff presented a letter to a patron acting in a disorderly fashion, in the presence of police, Oct. 1. The letter banned the patron from the library until Jan. 2, 2026.
Trees
A Lyons Rd. woman reported that a landscaper was cutting branches of her tree without permission. The landscaper said he was instructed to cut the b ranches by the Village. A Village official was sent to the scene to mediate the disagreement.
A Meadow Rd. resident reported that a neighbor’s arborist was cutting branches over her property line. Upon arrival, police observed an arborist who had been pruning branches along the listed property line. Police spoke with the neighbor who stated he hired an arborist to cut only branches hanging over his own property and did not direct anyone to cut branches above his neighbor's property. Police spoke with the arborist who stated that he cut beyond the property line as these dead branches were above the secondary power lines leading to both residences, and this was the only way to remove them safely. It was further explained that these wires were outside of Con Edison’s right of way and were the responsibility of property owners. The resident was understanding, but frustrated that this was not communicated before. Both the neighbor and the arborist were agreeable to better communication. The neighbors exchanged numbers for any future matters.
Fence
Police were called to mediate a dispute between an Innes Rd. resident and her neighbor over a fence. One resident reported that she had received multiple phone calls from the neighbor in regards to the fact that they had put a lock on a fence door. The fence belonged to the neighbor on Heathcote Rd. and was located in the back yard, which connected with the back yard of the resident. The resident stated that they put the lock on the fence to prevent their neighbor from coming onto their property uninvited. Police assisted both parties to come to a resolution where the lock would be removed, but the door would not be used to gain access to each other’s yards.
Welfare check
On Oct. 5, police conducted a welfare check of a Palmer Ave. resident at the request of the resident’s daughter.
Bikes
A caller reported multiple youths on electric bikes making an "auto cross course" in the area of Duck Pond Rd. with dirt ramps and jumps Oct. 1. Patrol responded to the location and saw two youths assembling a dirt ramp. Patrol advised the youths that they could not create a dirt ramp there and assisted them in taking down the dirt ramps and putting the dirt back into the area. The youths were advised to speak with their parents and go to a certified dirt park if they wanted to ride on dirt ramps. The youths were warned to not assemble a ramp in the future.
Cyclists hit
On Sept. 30, a car accident involving a car and a bicyclist at Brite Ave. and Fenimore Rd.. was reported. The cyclist reported a minor injury to his foot and refused medical attention.
A car accident involving a car and a bicyclist at Grand Park Ave. and Cornell St. was reported Oct. 4. The cyclist was transported to the hospital for evaluation of injuries.
Cars and roadways
On Sept. 29, police saw a car with an open trunk on Popham Rd. and notified the owner.
On Oct. 1, police issued summonses for operating a motor vehicle without insurance and with a suspended registration to a 42-year-old Brooklyn driver, following a traffic stop on Ross Rd.
Police moved traffic cones from the roadway on Post Rd. Oct. 2.
The water department was notified about a leaking fire hydrant on Stonehouse Rd. Oct. 5.
Two car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.
Lost and found
A Richbell Rd. resident reported that his wife accidentally threw away both of his car’s license plates Sept. 28.
On Oct. 1, a crossing guard found a Chase debit card on East Parkway. Police gave the card to the bank, where it was shredded. An employee notified the owner, for replacement.
A driver stopped police on Freightway Rd. to report that one of his license plates was missing Oct. 1.
Dogs
On Oct. 1, police picked up a loose dog on Ridgecrest East and returned it to its owner. Police wrote a summons for the owner.
Village code
Police went to a sports field on Brewster Rd. where a soccer player had reportedly been using foul language on the field Sept. 30. The youth had already left the scene prior to police arrival.
On Oct. 3, police dispersed youth from the parking lot of Quaker Ridge School.
Police advised a diplomatic assistant at a Sheldrake Rd. house to lower the volume of music being played to celebrate Botswana’s Independence Day, Oct. 4.
On Oct. 4, police asked a Brite Rd. homeowner to lower the volume of music being played at a party.
Firefighters
On Sept. 29, firefighters assisted a Quentin Rd. resident with the operation of a natural gas stovetop.
A person walked into fire headquarters and asked for help removing a ring stuck on the person’s thumb Sept. 29. Firefighters used a ring rescue kit, and were able to remove the ring.
On Sept. 30, firefighters isolated a gas leak at an outdoor grill on Meadow Rd. They advised the resident to have the grill serviced and the gas line replaced.
On Oct. 1, firefighters were dispatched to a Lockwood Rd. house for a reported kitchen fire inside the oven while cooking. Firefighters encountered a grease fire contained to a baking pan inside the oven. Firefighters smothered the flames with a second baking pan and removed both pans and the burnt food to the backyard. Firefighters checked for fire extension behind and above the oven with negative results. They aided with ventilation to remove any remaining smoke from the structure.
On Oct. 2, firefighters assisted other agencies with a leaking underground propane tank in another jurisdiction.
On Oct. 4, firefighters helped Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps with a lift assist in Edgewood.
On Oct. 4, firefighters checked an open gas can on Greendale Rd. because gas had spilled onto a gravel pull-off near the road. The gas can had been used by landscapers and was accidentally left behind.
Firefighters assisted with a car accident at Fenimore Rd. and Cornell St. Oct. 4.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Sept. 29 – Oct. 5 has been compiled from official information.
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Police Report: Cars Stolen from Brookby Road in Coordinated Heist: Thieves Escape Police Chase
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Photo credit: Shelley GrafsteinStolen cars
On Sept. 24, at 4: 30 a,m., two cars were reported as stolen from a Brookby Rd. driveway and garage. During police investigation, police got sight of a third vehicle which proved to have been stolen from another jurisdiction, yet not reported as stolen. The suspects arrived in that vehicle before stealing the two cars from Brookby Rd. Police reported a temporary visual of the two stolen Brookby Rd. vehicle and attempted to follow the vehicles until it became unsafe to do so.
Arrest
On Sept. 23, Darion Joseph Terry, 27, of Yonkers, was arrested on charges of operation of a motor vehicle by an unlicensed driver, second-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle with three or more suspensions within three months, and operation of a moving motor vehicle while using a portable electronic device. The arrest occurred after police observed Terry using his cellphone while driving on East Parkway. He was released on his own recognizance with a future court date.
Car break-ins
On Sept. 24, a Ferncliff Rd. resident reported that someone went through his parked car and stole a backpack containing a laptop computer.
Scams
A Birchall Dr. resident reported being the victim of a scam Sept. 26. The victim reported transferring a large sum of cash to an unknown person in a phone scam in which the person impersonated a police officer.
Disputes
On Sept. 24, a Post Rd. resident reported a dispute with an Uber driver. She stated she did not agree with the route the driver was taking, so she tried to direct him. At that point, she
stated the Uber driver became annoyed and said he would cancel the ride. The Uber driver, said that the passenger told him to make a U-Turn where he was not allowed and that the passenger became frustrated and said she would call Uber to report him. Both parties wished to just have the issue mediated with police. They went their separate ways while police were on scene.
Police mediated a verbal argument over parenting between Clarence Rd. parents Sept. 24.
A Clarence Rd. caller reported a dispute with a neighbor Sept. 25. The caller stated his neighbor requested he park in a different location than usual. He stated he did so and the neighbor was also dissatisfied with this. The caller stated he was no longer open to requests and would park where legally permitted. The caller stated on this morning, the neighbor yelled at his babysitter about where her car was parked. The caller also stated that the same party confronted his landscaper about where they had been placing leaves for collection. The caller was advised to cease any communication with the neighbor.
Package
On Sept. 25, a Normandy Lane resident reported she received a single crushed granola bar via UPS. Upon reviewing the shipping information on the package, she noticed that the tracking number was the same as an Amazon order that was placed on Sept. 9 for a household cleaning product. That item was still listed on Amazon as being out for delivery. Police advised the resident to contact Amazon and UPS regarding these incidents.
Garbage
A bag containing children’s shoes and socks was left near a Sheldrake Rd. house Sept. 26. Police discarded the bag as garbage.
Welfare check
Police conducted a welfare check at a Dell Rd. residence at the request of a Florida department of family services; however, no one was home Sept. 26.
Pedestrian struck
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a car while riding his bicycle at Heathcote Rd. and Palmer Ave. Sept. 22. The boy, a middle school student, went to the nurse’s office, and the school principal called police to report the incident. The boy said he saw the driver on his cell phone when the accident occurred. The driver never stopped when the accident occurred.
Disorderly conduct
Callers reported a group of approximately 10 teens acting disorderly on Fenimore Rd. Oct. 23. One caller stated that the teens pulled on her car door’s handles when she stopped her car to let the group cross the street. The alleged teens were gone from the area when police arrived on scene.
A Walworth Av. resident reported a person on a bicycle was screaming at him Sept. 24. He said the same person also screamed at his nanny the previous day. The person was gone from the scene when police arrived.
Library staff requested police help in escorting a library patron from the scene because the patron was acting in a disorderly manner Sept. 26.
Kids
Police stood by while a loud gathering of teens dispersed and many teens were picked up from Hanover Rd. Sept. 26.
A caller reported a small child running in the road at Richbell and Post roads Sept. 26. The child was reunited with his mother. She advised the child had climbed over a fence in the yard unbeknownst to the mother.
Cars and roadways
On Sept. 22, police issued a 26-year-old Mamaroneck driver summonses for speeding and operation of a motor vehicle with a suspended registration following a traffic stop for speeding on Post Rd.
On Sept. 22, police notified the highway department about a fallen-down crosswalk sign on Popham Rd.
Police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Carthage Rd. Sept. 22.
On Sept. 23, police issued a 60-year-old Beacon driver summonses for operation of a motor vehicle with a suspended registration and aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle following a traffic stop on Popham Rd.
A fire department vehicle got into a car accident on Saxon Woods Rd. Sept. 24.
A street sign fell to the ground on Walworth Ave. Sept. 25. The highway department was notified for repair.
On Sept. 25, police issued a 28-year-old Granville driver summonses for operation of a motor vehicle with a suspended registration and operation of a motor vehicle without insurance following a traffic stop on Post Rd.
Patrol assisted a person in a wheelchair to safely navigate travel on Fenimore Rd. Sept. 25.
A traffic cone got lodged underneath a minivan on Freightway Rd. Sept. 25. Police assisted the driver in removing the cone.
On Sept. 26, police issued a 34-year-old White Plains driver a summons for operation of a motor vehicle with a suspended registration following a traffic stop on Post Rd.
Police shut leaking water from a construction hose on Freightway Rd. Sept. 28.
Police notified Verizon about loose wires on Innes Rd. Sept. 28.
Four car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.
Village code
On Sept. 26, police removed an illegally posted sign from Mamaroneck Rd. and issued a summons as appropriate.
On Sept. 27, police removed an illegally posted sign from Pinecrest Rd. and issued a summons as appropriate.
On Sept. 28, police removed an illegally posted sign from Fenimore Rd. and issued a summons as appropriate.
Lost and found
A Cambridge Rd. resident reported losing a wallet somewhere in the Village Sept. 27.
On Sept. 27, a Continental Rd. resident reported losing a gold Rolex watch, possibly over a year ago. The watch was last seen in a locked jewelry box inside his house more than a year ago. He thinks the watch was lost during some travels. He does not think the watch was stolen.
An unattended black suitcase found in the Village was returned to its owner Sept. 27.
Animals
A loose dog was reunited with its owner on Kingston Rd. Sept. 26.
Firefighters
On Sept. 22, firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Hutchinson River Parkway.
A shower was leaking through a ceiling in a Greenacres Ave. house Sept. 22. Firefighters shut affected water pipes and electrical connections and advised to call a plumber.
On Sept. 22, firefighters investigated a reported gas odor on Heathcote Rd. They stood by for Con Edison.
On Sept. 23, a woman on Sycamore Rd. sustained burns to her hand from overheated cosmetic wax. Firefighters assisted EMS personnel.
On Sept. 24, firefighters assisted at a car accident on Weaver St.
A tree was on fire from contact with an electrical write on Crossway Sept. 24. Firefighters stood by for Con Edison while police blocked the roadway.
On Sept. 25, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a carbon monoxide monitor activation in a Meadow Rd. house.
On Sept. 26, firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Bronx River Parkway.
A gas meter was hissing on Mamaroneck Rd Sept. 27. Firefighters stood by for Con Edison.
On Sept. 28, firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Hutchinson River Parkway.
Firefighters assisted EMS workers with a chair lift on Lyons Rd. Sept. 28.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Sept. 22-28 has been compiled from official information.
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Hartsdale Woman and Bronx Man Arrested for DWI in Unrelated Traffic Stops
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Photo Credit: Shelley GrafsteinDWI arrest: On Sept. 20, police arrested Jordana Testa, 25, of Hartsdale, on charges of driving while intoxicated (first offense), third-degree unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, speeding, and operation of a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol level greater than .08 of one percent. Police stopped Testa’s car on Post Rd. because the speed was measured at 55 mph in a 35-mph zone. She was then observed to be driving under the influence of alcohol. Field sobriety tests were conducted. Summonses were issued, and Testa was released on her own recognizance with a future court date of Oct. 8.
On Sept. 21, police conducted a Heathcote Rd. traffic stop and arrested Mario Jiminez-Moriega, 49, of the Bronx, on charges of driving while intoxicated (first offense), third-degree unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, operation of a motor vehicle by an unlicensed driver, operation of a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol level greater than .08 of one percent, and failure to use a designated lane. He was released on his own recognizance with a future court date of Oct. 1.
Stolen
On Sept. 17, a Port Chester landscaper reported his electric leaf blower was stolen from the front yard of a Reynal Close house.
Identity theft and scams
On Sept. 15, a Kensington Rd. resident reported his EZ Pass had been stolen, and he was receiving fraudulent charges on it.
On Sept. 15, a Hampton Rd. resident accidentally gave remote access to computer to a scammer. The resident reported “fraudulent activity” to police. Although the scammer alleged that money was fraudulently taken, accounts were flagged, and no financial loss was actually reported.
On Sept. 21, a Barry Rd. resident reported that their address had been used for a fraudulent car insurance policy.
Death
A 74-year-old woman was pronounced dead on Tunstall Rd. Sept. 22. She died at her Tunstall Rd. home.
Dispute
On Sept. 15, police mediated a dispute between an Edgewood couple involving locks that were supposed to be installed by a locksmith on the couple’s respective doors by a locksmith. The locks had been arranged by their divorce lawyers; however, the locksmith said he was unable to install the locks at that time, due to the age of the existing door hardware, The locksmith said he would have to return at a later date to complete the job, and he would bring new keys for the locks.
A Brookby Rd. homeowner reported a dispute over property issues with a former nanny Sept. 16. The nanny was allegedly fired on Sept. 1, due to performance issues. Police advised the homeowner to cease contact with the nanny and to resolve the matter through the civil legal system.
Membership
A Valley Rd. resident reported that a man’s membership with a religious organization was terminated by choice after he was told that his membership would be rescinded if the man made contact with the resident, who was also a member of the same organization Sept. 17. The resident asked police to make a report for documentation purposes.
Broken window
An Ardmore Rd. resident reported the driver’s side window of his car was broken between 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., Sept. 16. It might have been caused by a neighbor’s landscaper by mistake.
Safety
On Sept. 19, a woman on Olmsted Rd. called police and stated she feared for her safety and would like to speak with and officer. Upon arrival, police spoke with the woman, who would not identify herself. She stated that she felt as though she needed to call the police. She did not provide any specific reason as to why she felt the need to contact the police. She then asked patrol to follow her in her vehicle to the border with Eastchester.
On Sept. 21, a Dell Rd. resident reported concern regarding an active elder abuse case that was being investigated in Florida and involved a person with partial residence in Scarsdale and Florida. The resident feared retaliation by the caregiver of the person who was allegedly being abused. Police advised the resident to cease contact with the caregiver and to report any suspected abuse occurring in New York State.
Cars and roadways
On Sept. 16, police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Walworth Ave.
On Sept. 16, police asked the driver of a parked car to move it from Boulevard in order to comply with parking restrictions.
A man sleeping in his car on Kelwynne Rd. said he pulled over to rest Sept. 19.
A car with a flat tire was parked on Meadow Rd. On Sept. 20, police tried to call the owner, who had left a note on the windshield. No one answered. Police issued a summons for a parking violation. The owner called back and said they would pick up the car the next day.
Police removed a box from Heathcote Rd. Sept. 21.
Four car accidents were reported in the Village this week. Police issued two drivers summonses for registration violations.
Animals
A fox was reported on Heathcote Rd. Sept. 21.
Village code
Police removed illegally posted signs and discarded them from Depot Place and Popham Rd. Sept. 16,
Workers on Lincoln Rd. turned off their equipment and waited to start work until after 8 a.m., after police explained working hours as per Village code Sept. 17.
On Sept. 19, at 3:12 a.m., a caller reported being awakened by loud noises at Nelson and Drake roads. Investigation found a man inside his parked car causing noise and having an open container of alcohol in plain sight. He was issued a summons.
Lost and found
Police found a handicapped placard and returned it to its owner Sept. 16.
Firefighters
On Sept. 17, firefighters advised a Lockwood Rd. resident of the dangers of having an unsecured sewer trap in the house. The resident was advised to contact a plumber.
On Sept. 17, a grill caught fire on Ridgedale Rd. It self-extinguished, and firefighters shut the gas supply to the grill.
On Sept. 18, firefighters assisted at car accidents on Mamaroneck Rd. and the Bronx River Parkway.
On Sept. 18, smoke from sewer testing entered a Murray Hill Rd. basement. Firefighters ventilated the space and advised the resident to replace sewer caps.
An outlet was smoking in a commercial business on Wilmot Rd. Sept. 18. Further investigation proved that an electrical device was overheated and making a high-pitched noise. Firefighters removed the device, and the problem was resolved.
On Sept. 19, contractors using gas-powered equipment to finish a concrete floor in a Hamilton Rd. house caused carbon monoxide to accumulate in the house. Firefighters ventilated the space and advised contractors on proper equipment usage.
On Sept. 20, firefighters broke open a bathroom door in a Brite Ave. house to release a child who accidentally got locked inside an interior bathroom. The child was reunited with her family unharmed.
On Sept. 20, a fire hydrant on Corell Rd. was found to have been knocked over, apparently because of a car accident hit-and-run.
On Sept. 21, firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of a transformer explosion and arcing wires on Bradford Rd.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Sept. 15-21 has been compiled from official information.
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Police Report : Burglary and Car Break-ins this Week
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Photo Credit: Shelley GrafsteinArrest: On Sept. 12, a 57-year-old Scarsdale resident, of Popham Rd., was arrested for violating an order of protection.
Burglary, break-ins
On Sept. 12, a Sprague Rd. resident reported a burglary in the past. At least 23 items were missing.
On Sept. 13, a Walworth Ave. resident reported that someone broke into his parked car and stole money. The incident was captured by surveillance video.
On Sept. 14, a Mamaroneck Rd. resident reported that credit cards and a wallet were stolen from parked car.
Two tri-color bushes were stolen from a Sage Terrace lawn Sept. 14.
Stolen
A rental car, from a Scarsdale Ave. location, was not returned at the end of the agreed-upon rental period. The manager of the location called police to report that the car had been stolen Sept. 10.
Disputes
On Sept. 10, a crossing guard reported having an argument with a parent at Boulevard.
Brambach Rd. neighbors were having a dispute over a tree and an arborist bill for $500 Sept. 12.
A man reported having a negative interaction with a woman wearing a political hat that read “Is he dead yet?” while out walking on Sage Terrace Sept. 13.
Help
A Boulevard crossing guard said had been verbally accosted by a parent Sept. 10.
On Sept. 11, a recently fired employee was holding a sign outside the business on Scarsdale Ave.
On Sept. 11, police conducted a welfare check of a resident of a Post Rd. group home. Everything was in good order.
A man was allegedly arguing with passers-by outside a Scarsdale Ave. business Sept. 11. Police spoke with him, and he did not move on.
Domestic matters
Police mediated domestic disagreements between married Edgewood Rd. residents Sept. 11 and 13.
Cars and roadways
On Sept. 8, police asked drivers to move their cars to one side of the street on Murray Hill Rd.
On Sept. 8, police called a taxi for an older man who was attempting to catch a bus to get home.
On Sept. 9, police issued seven citations to drivers who parked in the fire lane outside the high school on Wayside Lane.
Police called a tow for a broken-down car at Hutchinson Ave. and gave the driver a courtesy ride to headquarters Sept. 9.
On Sept. 11, police asked drivers to move their cars from Lincoln Rd.
On Sept. 13, a Lyons Rd. homeowner reported that fruit fell from a neighbor’s tree and broke her parked car’s windshield. Police advised it was a civil matter.
Con Edison was notified about a branch on wires on Carthage Rd. Sept. 13.
One car accident was officially reported in the Village this week.
Library
On Sept. 9, a caller reported that a woman with white face paint and multiple bags attempted to get into the back seat of her vehicle while she was at the intersection of Olmsted Rd. and Post Road. The caller advised that when the involved party could not get into the vehicle, she waved and walked into the library. Patrol responded to the library and was met by library staff, who were aware of the complaint and wished for no police interaction. Staff further advised that the described party has been regularly visiting the library and has been following all rules. At this time, patrol spoke with the calling party who advised she was okay with the library staff's decision and would like the incident documented.
Animals
A fox was sighted near Brookby and Quentin roads Sept. 8.
Police reunited a lost dog and its owner, from Carthage Rd., Sept. 9.
A White Rd. resident reported that sick raccoons were on her property Sept. 10. Police provided trappers’ contact information.
A Cohawney Rd. resident reported an argument with a man who walks his dog on a wooded path adjacent to her home and allegedly does not clean up after the dog. Police spoke with both parties and mediated the dispute Sept. 11.
Village code
A Haverford Rd. man reported that a man driving a gray SUV stopped in his driveway, exised the car and appeared to be urinating in the bushes Sept. 10.
On Sept. 12, police removed and disposed of illegally-posted signs outside a Grand Park Ave. house and a Scarsdale Ave. business. Summonses were issued.
On Sept. 13, police removed and disposed of illegally-posted signs on Griffen Ave.. Summonses were issued.
On Sept. 13, police advised a Montgomery Rd. resident that neighbors had complained of noise from a party.
Lost and found
A Village resident reported losing a license plate somewhere in the Village Sept. 13.
An Audi key was found at Hyatt Field Sept. 14.
Firefighters
Wires were arcing for the house service at a Griffen Rd. residence Sept. 8. Firefighters shut service to the house and recommended calling an electrician.
On Sept. 9, a small gas leak was detected at a stove at Hitchcock Church on Greenacres Ave.
Firefighters shut the connection and stood by for Con Edison.
On Sept. 11, carbon monoxide entered a Taunton Rd. house through an open sewer cap during smoke testing. Firefighters advise the testing company to discontinue testing until a more suitable option was available that did not generate CO.
Firefighters responded to a car accident report on the Hutchinson River Parkway Sept. 14. However, no accidents were found.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Sept. 8-15 has been compiled from official information.
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Police Report: Packages Intercepted in FedEx Scam
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Photo Credit Shelley GrafsteinStolen packages: A Heathcote Rd. resident reported she never received a package that she ordered; however, FedEx claimed it was a delivered and even signed for by a person at the residence. The resident requested a police report for insurance purposes.
On Sept. 4, a Forest Lane caller reported an unknown individual attempted to intercept her FedEx delivery. She described the individual as a black male, 5'10” tall, with facial hair and a white shirt – and possibly driving white Jeep. The individual was gone when police arrived. Further investigation revealed that the caller’s credit card information had also been compromised, and this information was used to make unauthorized purchases.
Attempted burglary
At 3:25 a.m., a Brookby Rd. resident reported that people were attempting to break into his house. Police confirmed the attempted burglary, and the resident reported that nothing of value had been taken.
Identity theft
On Sept. 3, a resident walked into headquarters to report that an unknown person utilized his learner’s permit without his permission while he was away at college from January 2024 to May 2024. He then received a suspension notice in the mail for unresolved traffic violations that he did not commit. He was advised to obtain a police report in order to rectify the incident.
Scam
A Fenimore Rd. resident reported that someone has been constantly calling her alleging that she owes a balance on something Sept. 3. She provided the caller with her driver’s license information but did not give out any other information.
Prank
On Sept. 3, a Clarence Rd. resident reported his vehicles were moved in his driveway and the rear door to his house is ajar. Upon arrival, patrol spoke with the calling party who advised his coffee pot was missing, and his cars were moved in his driveway. He stated it could have been a friend playing a prank on him, and he will review surveillance video assistance.
Harassment
On Sept. 6, a Brite Ave. resident reported receiving threatening messages. He stated he was exchanging messages with an unknown party on Twitter regarding an activist group he is a part of, and the same unknown party found his phone number and began texting him – calling him names. He blocked the phone number and wished to document this incident at this time. He was worried that people might find his address, and he requested extra ride-bys.
Death
An 88-year-old Oakwood Place man died at home Sept. 7.
Help
On Sept. 7, a Boniface Rd. store owner called police and asked for help in getting a person “who had not bought anything since the store opened” out. The person was described as female, wearing a black shirt, a black sweater with flowers, jeans. It was suspected that the person might be homeless. Upon patrol’s arrival, the person was outside the store. She and said she was heading to White Plains.
A Spencer Place store owner called police to report that a possibly homeless woman was pounding on the front door Sept. 7. Police told the woman to not enter the store.
Cans
A woman driving a blue van was observed driving on White Rd. and Boulevard and allegedly stopping at recycling bins and taking cans Sept. 7. Police went to the scene, but she was already gone.
Domestic matters
An Edgewood wife called police to report that her husband arrived home drunk Sept. 4. She alleged he drove his car in an intoxicated state. Police told her they would have to observe the husband actually committing the offense in order to act on it.
On Sept. 5, police mediated a dispute between a married Edgewood couple. The husband then left the house for the night.
Cars and roadways
On Sept. 2, following a traffic stop, police issued a 45-year-old Yonkers driver a summons for an uninspected motor vehicle and four additional violations.
On Sept. 2 and 3, police put an open and loose manhole cover back in place on Hampton Rd.
On Sept. 3, a car rolled back and hit the vehicle behind it on Post Rd. Police called the person whose car allegedly rolled back. That person said the vehicle behind her rearended her car at the redlight, and she left because she had to go to work. Police facilitated an information exchange in order to write a police report.
On Sept. 3, following a traffic stop, police issued a 42-year-old Mt. Vernon driver summonses for a suspended registration and an unlicensed driver. Police removed the license plates and impounded the car.
On Sept. 3, following a traffic stop, police issued a 43-year-old White Plains driver summonses for a suspended registration and speeding. Police removed the license plates and the driver had the car towed away.
A Murray Hill Rd. party host asked guests to move their cars. After waiting a period of time on Sept. 3, police gave out multiple summonses to guests who did not move their cars.
Police moved fallen wires out of the roadway on Cooper Rd. Sept. 3. Cablevision was notified.
On Sept. 5, police conducted a traffic stop of a car that was being driven with a suspended registration. The driver, who was not the owner of the car, was not aware of the problem. The car’s license plates were removed, and the driver arranged for it to be towed.
A tree fell on Brookline Rd., knocking down wires Sept. 7. Police notified Con Edison.
Police removed a fallen branch from Heathcote Rd. Sept. 7.
Four car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.
Open doors
A car door was left open in Freightway Garage Sept. 4. Police closed the door.
Police closed a door and windows that were accidentally left open at a Windmill Lane house Sept. 5.
On Sept. 6, the highway department was notified about a loose storm sewer drain on Heathcote Rd.
Village code
On Sept. 2, a code enforcement officer requested help from police in handling an incident on Hampton Rd. in which a person refused to provide police with a form of ID. Patrol spoke with the person who then provided the ID without incident.
On Sept. 3, police removed improperly posted signs on Brewster Rd. and Hutchinson Ave. and issued summonses, as appropriate.
On Sept. 5, police removed improperly posted signs on Mamaroneck Rd. and issued summonses, as appropriate.
Police dispersed noisy youths attending a back-to-school gathering at a Beechwood Lane house Sept. 5.
Police dispersed a large gathering of youths from Heathcote Rd. Sept. 5.
On Sept. 6, police issued a Paddington Rd. landscaper a summons for using a gas-powered leaf blower.
Dirt from a Church Lane construction site ended up in the roadway and in the ard of a neighbor Sept. 6. Police spoke with workers who then cleaned it up.
Lost and found
A Huntington Ave. woman reported losing an ID in the Village Sept. 2.
On Sept. 5, a Heathcote Rd. woman reported she lost her diamond bracelet while walking her dog in the neighborhood.
A medical insurance card was found on Mamaroneck Rd. Sept. 6.
Firefighters
On Sept. 1, a minor leak in a gas-fired appliance was corrected by firefighters and Con Edison at a Tunstall Rd. house.
On Sept. 4, firefighters assisted Hastings-on-Hudson firefighters with a nitric acid spill in their jurisdiction.
A propane tank was stuck in the “on” position, causing an odor and a leak on Hutchinson Ave. Sept. 5. Firefighters disconnected the tank and removed it from the immediate area.
Firefighters assisted at unrelated car accidents on the Hutchinson River Parkway Sept. 5 and 7.
Firefighters shut gas to a malfunctioning appliance in a Spier Rd. house Sept. 7.
This report covering police and fire department activity from Sept. 2-7 has been compiled from official information.
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