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Croton-on-Hudson · Police blotter

Week of 2021-09-13 to 2021-09-19

59 incidents from the Croton-on-Hudson Police Department's own weekly blotter, posted by the village on 2021-09-22. Its own preface: "a selection of incidents… does not constitute all calls received by the department during this period."

Criminal Mischief/Motor Vehicle Accident
09/1709/21 5:51 PM · Grand Street
Patrols responded to an area on Grand St for a report of a vehicle that had driven across a resident’s lawn causing damage and fled the scene. Patrols canvassed the area with negative results. A report was filed and the investigation is ongoing.
911 Hang Up
09/17/20 5:48 PM · Truesdale Drive
Patrol responded to an area on Truesdale Dr after receiving a 911 hang up call. Patrol checked the location and the call was placed accidentally by a resident.
Village Ordinance
09/18/20 4:31 PM · Quaker Bridge Road
Patrol responded to an area on Quaker Bridge Rd for a report of people in the dog park at Black Rock Park after hours. Patrols canvassed the area with negative results.
Noise Complaint
09/13/21 7:29 AM · Robin Lane
Patrol responded to an area on Robin Ln after a resident called reporting they heard a loud noise that sounded like a gunshot or fireworks. The area was checked with negative results.
Motor Vehicle Accident
09/13/21 8:15 AM · Old Post Road North
Patrol responded to an area on Old Post Road N for a report of a two car vehicle accident. A report to be filed, no reported injuries.
Vehicle Lockout
09/13/21 9:50 AM · S Riverside Avenue
Patrol responded to a commercial area on S Riverside Ave to assist a Croton resident who had locked the keys inside their vehicle. Patrols gained entry without incident.
Dog Complaint
09/13/21 2:07 PM · Maple Street
Patrol responded to a commercial area on Maple St for a report of a dog inside a vehicle with the motor running. The area was checked with negative results.
Alarm-Fire/CO
09/13/21 5:24 PM · Hamilton Ave
Patrols and Croton FD responded to an area on Hamilton Ave for a residential CO alarm sounding. Croton FD handled the scene, the owner accidentally set off the alarm.
Medical Aided
09/13/21 9:18 PM · Albany Post Road
Croton EMS responded to a commercial area on Albany Post Rd for a person in need of medical assistance. The party was transported to the hospital.
Fight In Progress
09/13/21 11:09 PM · Brook Street
Patrols responded to an area on Brook St for a report of a fight in progress. One party, who was not injured was interviewed and the other party had fled the scene. The area was canvassed with negative results. No report was taken.
Medical Aided
09/13/21 11:36 PM · Old Post Road South
Croton EMS and Patrol responded to an area on Old Post Rd S for a Croton resident needing medical assistance. The aided was transported to the hospital.
Alarm-Fire/CO
09/14/21 1:45 AM · Arlington Drive
Patrols and Croton FD responded to an area on Arlington Dr for a residential CO alarm sounding. Croton FD handled the scene, the owner was on scene with no injuries.
Parking Complaint
09/14/21 8:47 AM · Elliott Way
Patrol responded to an area on Elliott Way for a parking complaint where a party had placed orange cones to block others from using parking spaces. The area was checked with negative results.
Criminal Mischief
09/14/21 8:50 AM · Grand Street
Patrol responded to an area on Grand St for a report of graffiti on a commercial building. Patrol canvassed the area with negative results. A report was filed.
Medical Aided
09/14/21 11:20 AM · Gerstein Street
Patrol and Croton EMS responded to an area on Gerstein St for a juvenile Croton resident needing medical attention. The aided was transported to the hospital.
Dispute Call Type: Erratic Vehicle
09/14/21 3:14 PM · Cleveland Drive
Patrol responded to an area on Cleveland Dr for a report of an erratic vehicle(not obeying the school crossing guard). Area was canvassed and the vehicle was not located.
Disorderly Person
09/14/21 4:20 PM · Cleveland Drive
Patrol responded to a commercial area on Cleveland Dr after an employee reported a verbal argument unused due to the establishment's required face mask policy.
Domestic Incident
09/15/21 1:08 AM · Riverview Trail
Patrols responded to an area on Riverview Trl for a domestic incident. The parties were interviewed and a report will be filed.
School Alarm Drill
09/15/21 9:06 AM · Glen Place
Patrols responded to a commercial area on Gerstein Street for a school lock down drill. The drill was conducted without issue.
Property Found
09/15/21 10:28 AM · Van Wyck Street
An individual turned in property to CPD found in the Village. The owner, a Garrison resident, was contacted and retrieved their property.
Utility Problem
09/15/21 1:29 PM · S Riverside Avenue
Patrol responded to an area on S Riverside Ave for a report of a utility wire down in the roadway. Patrol located the low voltage wire which appeared to be inside a clearly marked construction zone.
Fraudulent Activities
09/15/21 2:17 PM · Scenic Drive West
Patrol received a report from a Croton resident who reported they discovered that an unknown person(s) had attempted to activate seven(7) credit cards from Capital1, Wells Fargo, Express and Nordstrom. Caller stated they have a Nordstrom credit card and called the company after they received an email confirming their email and address change. The representative advised someone had requested the change over the phone and provided their personal information. The resident has since frozen their credit and notified credit monitoring companies. They have had no financial loss at this time.
Property Found
09/16/21 2:18 AM · Cleveland Drive
An individual turned in property to CPD found in the Village. The owner, a Croton resident, was contacted and retrieved their property.
Erratic Vehicle
09/16/21 9:09 AM · Brook Street
Patrol responded to a location on Brook St for an erratic vehicle(tailgating/honking horn repeatedly). The caller reported the incident started outside the Village of Croton. Patrol canvassed the area with negative results.
Parking Complaint
09/16/21 10:05 AM · Brook Street
Patrol responded to an area on Brook St for a parking complaint. The condition was corrected and no summons issued.
Alarm-Residential
09/16/21 11:03 AM · Cleveland Drive
Patrol responded to an area on Cleveland Dr for a residential burglar alarm. The residence was checked with no signs of forced entry.
911 Hang Up
09/16/21 2:18 PM · Maple Street
Patrol responded to an area on Maple St after receiving a 911 hang up call. Patrol checked the location and spoke with the resident who dialed accidentally.
Motor Vehicle Accident
09/16/21 2:51 PM · Half Moon Bay Drive
Patrol responded to an area on Half Moon Bay Dr for a motor vehicle accident that happened in the past. The parties were interviewed and there was no report taken.
Hazard Condition
09/16/21 3:12 PM · Route 9 South
Patrol responded to an area on Route 9 South for a party riding a bicycle on the highway. The area was checked with negative results.
Domestic Incident
09/16/21 4:52 PM · Van Wyck Street
Patrol had a walk-in at the Police Department for a domestic incident between two parties. One party was interviewed and a report was filed.
Trespassing
09/16/21 5:52 PM · Grand Street
Patrol responded to an area on Grand St for a report of a person who was seen on camera trespassing on private property. The area was checked with negative results.
Suspicious Incident
09/16/21 6:15 PM · Elliott Way
Patrol responded to an area of the Hudson River shore on Elliott Way for a report of a tent with posted Do Not Enter signage that appeared suspicious. The area was canvassed and it was found to belong to a contractor performing work in the area.
Suspicious Vehicle
09/16/21 9:57 PM · Lounsbury Road
Patrols responded to an area on Lounsbury Rd for a report of a suspicious vehicle parked and idling for an extended period of time. The party was interviewed and was a contractor working in the area.
Medical Aided/Lift Assist
09/17/21 6:53 AM · Farrington Road
Croton EMS and Patrol responded to an area on Farrington Rd for a party who had fallen and could not get up. The resident was assisted and refused medical treatment.
Vehicle Lockout
09/17/21 8:15 AM · Veterans Plaza
Patrol responded to a commercial area on Veterans Pl to assist a Peekskill resident who had locked the keys inside their vehicle. Patrols gained entry without incident.
Disabled Vehicle
09/17/21 8:20 AM · Route 9 North
Patrol came upon a disabled vehicle in an area on Route 9 North. Patrol stood by from traffic while the vehicles flat tire was changed.
Animal Complaint
09/17/21 8:57 AM · Albany Post Road
Patrol responded to an area on Albany Post Rd for a report of a deceased deer. The reporting person was concerned due to the deer appearing to have extensive injuries. Due to the animal on private property the resident was advised to contact a company for the removal.
Larceny
09/17/21 5:09 PM · Morningside Drive
Patrol responded to an area on Morningside Dr for a report of clothing items estimated at over $80.00 stolen from a vehicle. Patrol canvassed the area with negative results and a report to be filed.
Vehicle Lockout
09/17/21 6:48 PM · Wayne Street
Patrol responded to a commercial area on Wayne St to assist a Croton resident who had locked the keys inside their vehicle. Patrols gained entry without incident.
Noise Complaint
09/17/21 10:45 PM · Terrace Place
Patrol responded to an area on Terrace Pl for a noise complaint. The resident was interviewed and will lower the music.
Property Damaged/Motor Vehicle Accident
09/17/21 11:43 PM · Alexander Lane
Patrols responded to an area on Alexander Ln for a report of a vehicle that had struck a residents mailbox causing damage and fled the scene. Patrols located the suspected vehicle and interviewed the operator. A report was filed and the investigation is ongoing.
Disabled Vehicle
09/18/21 12:03 AM · Old Post Road North
Patrols responded to an area on Old Post Road N for a report of disabled vehicle. Patrol assisted the motorist with getting the vehicle up and running.
Medical Aided/Lift Assist
09/18/21 1:32 PM · Cleveland Drive
Croton EMS and Patrol responded to an area on Cleveland Dr for a party who had fallen and cannot get up. The resident was assisted and refused medical treatment.
Animal Complaint
09/18/21 5:23 PM · Piney Point Avenue
Patrol responded to an area on Piney Point Ave for a possibly ill/injured raccoon on a resident’s property. The area was checked with negative results.
Trespassing
09/18/21 8:03 PM · S Riverside Avenue
Patrol responded to a commercial area on S Riverside Ave for a report of juveniles trespassing on private property. The area was checked with negative results.
Hazard Condition
09/18/21 8:16 PM · Truesdale Drive
Patrol responded to an area on Truesdale Dr after a resident called to report smoke coming into their residence from a neighbor’s fire pit. The neighbor was interviewed and will try to correct the condition.
Alarm-Fire
09/18/21 9:02 PM · N Riverside Avenue
Patrol and Croton FD responded to an on N Riverside Ave for a commercial fire alarm. Scene was handled by Croton FD, and the alarm was activated due to the cooking oven.
Parking Complaint
09/18/21 9:11 PM · Half Moon Bay Drive
Patrol responded to an area on Half Moon Bay Dr for a parking complaint. A summons was issued to the vehicle.
Noise Complaint
09/18/21 9:28 PM · Grand Street
Patrol responded to an area on Grand St for a noise complaint of music from a live band. The owner of the establishment was warned. There was no summons was issued.
Disorderly Person(s)
09/18/21 9:56 PM · Croton Point Avenue
Patrol responded to an area on Croton Point Ave after an employee called to report two parties acting up inside the establishment. The parties let the scene prior to patrol arriving.
Domestic Incident
09/19/21 1:15 AM · Municipal Place
Patrol responded to an area on Municipal Pl, after another Westchester agency reported a domestic incident. The area was checked with negative results.
Noise Complaint
09/19/21 1:29 AM · Maple Street
Patrol responded to an area on Maple St for a noise complaint at Dobbs Park. The area was checked with negative results.
Animal Complaint
09/19/21 1:57 AM · Cleveland Drive
Patrols responded to an area on Cleveland Dr after a resident called to report an injured deer. Patrol located the deceased deer, moved it to the shoulder and made a notification to have it removed.
Medical Aided
09/19/21 8:23 AM · S Riverside Avenue
Patrol and Croton EMS responded to an area on S Riverside Ave for a Ossining resident needing medical attention. The aided was transported to the hospital.
Motor Vehicle Accident
09/19/21 2:00 PM · Veterans Plaza
Patrols responded to an area on Veterans Pl for a two car motor vehicle accident. There were no injuries and a report will be filed.
Noise Complaint
09/19/21 3:25 PM · Brook Street
Patrol responded to an area on Brook St for a report of a loud bang. The scene was checked and unable to find the source of the noise.
Animal Complaint
09/19/21 7:10 PM · Elliott Way
Patrol responded to Croton Landing on Elliott Way for a report of a raccoon that appears to have been in a tree for an extensive amount of time. The animal was seen in the tree but it was not able to be accessed. A local trapper was notified the following day.
Alarm-Fire
09/19/21 9:18 PM · Ackerman Court
Croton FD and Patrol responded to an area on Ackerman Ct for a residential fire alarm. Croton FD handled the scene, the alarm sounding was found to be a battery backup from an electric device inside the home.
Child Seat Installation
09/26/21 11:00 AM · Veterans Plaza
The Croton PD will be at Veterans Plaza parking lot during the 37 TH Annual Croton Rotary Auto Show, will be having a child safety seat installation to anyone who needs, wants to check, or has questions about child safety seat installation.

Source: Village of Croton-on-Hudson (archived copy) — recovered from the Internet Archive after the village removed the post. Narratives are reproduced verbatim; they are the department's own account and its own redaction (no names; ages and home towns only). Charges described are accusations, not convictions. Spotted an error? Tell us.

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