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Croton-on-Hudson · Police blotter

Week of 2023-04-25 to 2023-05-02

49 incidents from the Croton-on-Hudson Police Department's own weekly blotter, posted by the village on 2023-05-02. Its own preface: "a selection of incidents… does not constitute all calls received by the department during this period."

Vehicle & Traffic
4/25/2023 10:33 a.m · Route 9 South
Patrol stopped a vehicle for Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. The driver's vehicle registration was shown to be expired since 2021. The vehicle was towed and operator was issued three summons and released at scene.
Hazardous Condition
04/25/2023 12:45 p.m. · Cleveland Dr.
A caller reported a low hanging cable wire. Patrol reported that the wire was approximately 8-10 feet off of the ground. Patrol was able to clear the cable from the roadway. Verizon was notified.
Lost Property
04/25/2023 4:00 p.m. · CVS
CVS notified Croton PD about multiple items in their lost and found. Most parties were contacted and notified that their property was at Police Headquarters.
Noise Complaint
04/25/2023 11:09 p.m. · Half Moon Bay Drive
A caller reported that her neighbor had a “noise machine” on. Patrol was dispatched and the matter was resolved.
Medical Aided
04/25/2023 11:27 p.m. · Irving Avenue
A caller reported that his wife was having difficulty breathing. Patrol was dispatched along with EMS. The aided was transported to the hospital.
Alarm
04/26/2023 1:30 a.m. · Train Station
An alarm company reported a front burglary alarm at an office location. Patrol was dispatched and reported that the building was secure.
Traffic Accident
04/26/2023 8:33 a.m. · South Riverside Avenue
A caller reported that a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of South Riverside Avenue and Croton Point Avenue. Patrol was dispatched and reported that the male only fell off of his bike. EMS was notified and the aided refused medical assistance.
Suspicious Vehicle
04/26/2023 10:20 a.m. · Half Moon Bay Drive
A caller reported a dark van with a male operator taking photos of passing vehicles. Patrol dispatched and reported that the male was a surveyor working in the area with proper credentials.
Medical Aided
04/26/2023 10:38 a.m. · Northwell Health
A caller reported a patient with low oxygen levels. Patrol was dispatched along with EMS. Aided was transported to the hospital.
Traffic Accident
04/26/2023 11:55 a.m. · Skyview
A Skyview employee reported that a vehicle backed into the building. Patrol was dispatched and reported that the female operator was not injured. The vehicles registration was shown to be surrendered. The vehicle was towed from the scene and the operator was given a courtesy transport home.
Medical Aided
04/26/2023 1:18 p.m. · Newton Court
EMS dispatched to above location for a report of an elderly female with difficulty breathing. Patrol was dispatched and the aided refused further medical assistance.
VTL Arrest Arrest
04/26/2023 2:01 p.m. · Route 9 South
Patrol stopped a vehicle for Vehicle and Traffic Law violation. The driver was operating with a suspended NYS license. The operator was processed roadside and issued summons.
Noise
04/26/2023 3:40 p.m. · Half Moon Bay Drive
A caller reported hearing a loud gong going off from their downstairs neighbors’ apartment. Patrols were dispatched and notified the caller of their options and will be following up with another department regarding recent neighbor disputes.
911 Hang Up
04/26/2023 5:00 p.m. · Cleveland Drive
A 911 caller hung up the phone. The caller did not answer when an attempt was made to call back. Patrol was dispatched and reported that the caller dialed in error.
Medical Aided
04/26/2023 6:18 p.m. · Train Station
A caller reported that a female on the train was unresponsive. Patrol was dispatched along with EMS. The aided was transported to the hospital.
Alarm
04/27/2023 4:08 a.m. · Train Station
A caller reported an activated commercial burglary alarm at the Train Station Parking Office with front door motion. Patrol was dispatched and checked location. Patrol reported that the ground level was secure with no signs of forced entry.
Erratic Driver
04/27/2023 6:38 a.m. · Route 9 North
Ossining PD reporting an erratic vehicle last seen Route 9 North and Rt. 134. Caller described the vehicle as a red Nissan Sentra. Patrols canvassed the area with negative results.
Medical Aided
04/27/2023 6:58 a.m. · Mt. Airy Road
A caller reported an activated medical alert alarm with no apartment number. Patrol was dispatched and reported finding a male with injuries from a fall. EMS was notified and the male was transported to the hospital by EMS.
VTL Arrest Arrest
04/27/2023 10:59 a.m. · Route 9 South
Patrol stopped a vehicle for Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. The operator of the vehicle had a suspended license. The operator was processed roadside, issued summons, and released.
Domestic Incident
04/27/2023 3:54 p.m. · Grand Street
A caller reported his ex-wife was outside of his house blaring her horn. The caller also stated that his ex has an active warrant. Patrol responded and reported that a custody exchange was completed without incident and there were no active warrants.
Suspicious Incident
04/27/2023 5:01 p.m. · Croton Point Ave
A caller reported what he believed to be a road rage incident on Croton Point Avenue. The caller stated that a male operating a grey Hyundai brandished a firearm out of the window at another vehicle. The caller was not involved in the incident. Patrol canvassed the area with negative results.
Suspicious Incident
04/27/2023 5:10 p.m. · Route 9 North
A called stated that a blue vehicle pulled over on Route 9 in front of her house. The caller further stated the person in the vehicle was letting wild animals out of the vehicle. The caller could not provide any other information. Patrol was dispatched and the reported vehicle was gone upon arrival.
Parking Complaint
04/27/2023 7:53 p.m. · Croton Harmon High School
Caller reported vehicle parked in a handicap parking space without a placard. Patrol was dispatched and issued a summons.
Alarm
04/28/2023 12:14 a.m. · Train Station
Caller reported a burglary alarm in an office at the Train Station. Patrol was dispatched and reported that the building was secure with no signs of forced entry.
Alarm
04/28/2023 1:29 a.m. · Train Station
Caller reported a burglary alarm in an office at the Train Station. Patrol was dispatched and reported that the building was secure with no signs of forced entry.
Medical Aided
04/28/2023 2:26 a.m. · Brook Street
A caller reported a female vomiting. Patrol and EMS were dispatched. The aided was transported to Westchester Medical Center.
Alarm
04/28/2023 4:37 a.m. · Chase Bank
Caller reported a commercial burglary alarm with motion in the building. Patrol conducted an extensive search of the building which was secured with no signs of forced entry.
Accident
04/28/2023 7:20 a.m. · Old Post Road North
Multiple callers reported that a male fell off of his bike while riding and sustained injuries. Patrol was dispatched along with EMS. The father of the aided arrived on scene and the aided did not require further medical attention.
Public Assistance
04/28/2023 11:50 a.m. · Route 9 South
Patrol reported escorting a male walking on Route 9 to the train station. Patrol conducted the escort without incident.
Dispute
04/28/2023 5:31 p.m. · BP Gas Station
A caller reported multiple men yelling at each other at the gas station. Patrol was dispatched and reported only one male talking loudly on a phone call.
Alarm
04/28/2023 5:39 p.m. · Croton Library
A caller reported a motion alarm at Croton Library. Patrol was dispatched and reported that the alarm was accidentally set off by an employee.
Alarm
04/29/2023 5:19 a.m. · Train Station
A caller reported an alarm at the Train Station parking office. Patrol dispatched and reported that the office was secure with no signs of entry.
Obstruction in Roadway
04/29/2023 9:15 a.m. · Batten Road
Caller reported a tree blocking the roadway on Batten Road. Patrol was dispatched and was able to clear the roadway.
Medical Aided
04/29/2023 9:55 a.m. · Croton Point Avenue
911 caller reported her boyfriend was having a seizure. Patrol was dispatched along with EMS and the aided was transported to Phelps Hospital.
911 Hang Up
04/29/2023 10:33 a.m. · Cleveland Drive
A 911 call disconnected, with no answer upon callback. Patrol dispatched and reported that 911 was dialed in error by a child in the household.
Medical Aided
04/29/2023 11:00 a.m. · Half Moon Bay Drive
Dispatch reported a 16-year-old that had passed out but was now conscious and alert. Patrols were dispatched. Patrols aided transport to Phelps Memorial Hospital via ambulance.
Suspicious Incident
04/29/2023 11:06 a.m. · Lexington Drive
Caller stated she received a call from someone claiming to be an officer. The caller further stated that this person told her that her son was in an accident and was hurt. The caller had spoken to her son prior to the phone call and reported this was a scam.
Disabled Vehicle
04/29/2023 5:21 p.m. · Croton Point Ave
Caller stated his car broke down and ran out of gas. Patrol was dispatched and were able to aid the caller in obtaining gas for his vehicle.
Dispute
04/30/2023 11:39 a.m. · Half Moon Bay Drive
Caller reported her neighbor was pointing her home surveillance camera at her. The caller reported while she was walking to her, car the neighbor came out of her home and yelled at her.
Medical Aided
05/01/2023 5:27 a.m. · Oneida Ave
60 Control dispatched EMS to above location for an unknown medical condition. Patrol was dispatched and reported that the aided was transported to Phelps Hospital.
Vehicle Lockout
05/01/2023 8:57 a.m. · Grand Street
Caller requested assistance with vehicle lockout. Patrol was dispatched and was able to gain access to the vehicle.
Hazard
05/01/2023 11:18 a.m. · Grand Street
Patrol reported that a large truck pulled down wires at the above location. Con Edison was notified and responded to the scene. All power lines were cleared from roadway.
Parking Complaint
05/01/2023 12:04 p.m. · Grand Street
A caller reported a parking issue on the intersection of Grand and Church Street. Patrol was dispatched and reports that they were able to correct the parking conditions.
Animal Found
05/01/2023 2:32 p.m. · Van Wyck Street
A caller reported that two baby eagles had fallen from their nest. One of the eagles was found deceased. The other eagle was located about 40ft up into the tree. A wildlife expert was notified and responded to the scene. The wildlife expert stated that the baby eagle was high enough in the tree for its parents to care for it.
Dispute
05/01/2023 5:24 p.m. · Cleveland Drive
A caller reported a dark colored SUV parked on the street playing loud music. The caller asked the driver to turn down the music. The driver then began cursing at him. When the caller went back into his home, the driver exited the vehicle and began jumping up and down giving him the middle finger. Patrol was dispatched and reported that the dispute was resolved.
Alarm
05/01/2023 6:45 p.m. · Jacoby Street
Patrol was dispatched for a residential fire alarm. Patrol reported the alarm was set off in error by the homeowner.
VTL Arrest Arrest
05/01/2023 9:02 p.m. · Route 9 South
Patrol reported stopping a vehicle for suspended registration. The operator was processed roadside and issued summons. Vehicle was impounded.
Alarm
05/02/2023 2:18 a.m. · ShopRite
An alarm was activated at front door of ShopRite. Patrol was dispatched and reports the alarm was set off accidentally by an employee.
Noise
05/02/2023 6:52 a.m. · Maple Street
A caller reported construction machinery being operated before 8:00 am. Patrol was dispatched and reported construction workers were not operating heavy machinery but were getting ready to transport the machinery to another job site. Patrol reported the noise was the truck engine starting.

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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