Croton-on-Hudson · Police blotter
Croton Police Blotter — week of 2026-08-09 to 2026-08-15
12 incidents from the Croton-on-Hudson Police Department's own weekly blotter. Its own preface: "a selection of incidents… does not constitute all calls received by the department during this period."
Bicycle Accident
August 9, 2026 – 2:38 PM · South Riverside Avenue
Police responded after a juvenile bicyclist was struck by a vehicle entering a parking lot. Minor injuries were reported, no medical transport was requested, and the incident was documented at the family's request.
Noise Complaint
August 9, 2026 – 8:23 PM · Hudson River
Officers responded to numerous complaints of loud music coming from boats on the Hudson River. Police coordinated with multiple law enforcement agencies, and Westchester County Police contacted the boaters and directed them to lower the volume.
Park Ordinance Enforcement
August 10, 2026 – 11:36 AM · Truesdale Drive
Police responded after individuals were reported entering the water at Silver Lake despite the beach being closed due to hazardous conditions. All parties complied with officers' directions and left the area without incident.
Motor Vehicle Accident
August 10, 2026 – 2:12 PM · South Riverside Avenue
Police responded to a two-car motor vehicle accident in the ShopRite parking lot. No injuries were reported, and all parties declined medical attention. A report was completed.
Neighbor Dispute
August 11, 2026 – 6:29 PM · Morningside Drive
Officers responded to a dispute between neighbors regarding garbage placement. Police determined no violations had occurred and the matter was resolved without further incident.
Motor Vehicle Accident
August 12, 2026 – 3:11 PM · North Riverside Avenue
Police responded to a property damage motor vehicle accident. No injuries were reported, and an accident report was completed.
Motor Vehicle Accident
August 13, 2026 – 10:55 AM · North Riverside Avenue
Police responded to a two-vehicle property damage accident. No injuries were reported, and a report was completed.
Park Closing Enforcement
August 13, 2026 – 7:49 PM · Truesdale Drive
Police responded to reports of individuals remaining in the park after closing hours. Officers advised the group of park regulations, and all parties left the area without incident.
Motor Vehicle Accident / DWI Arrest
Arrest
August 14, 2026 – 3:51 AM · Mount Airy Road
Police responded to a single-vehicle crash after a vehicle struck a tree. Following an investigation, the operator was charged with Driving While Intoxicated and additional Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. The operator was transported for medical evaluation, and the investigation was completed.
Civil Dispute
August 14, 2026 – 5:27 PM · Oriole Lane
Police responded to a dispute involving occupants of a residence. Officers determined the matter to be civil in nature, provided guidance regarding the proper legal process, and the incident concluded without further disturbance.
Hit-and-Run Motor Vehicle Accident
August 15, 2026 – 1:08 PM · Palmer Avenue
Police investigated a report of a parked vehicle that had been struck by another vehicle which left the scene. An accident report was completed.
Noise Complaint
August 15, 2026 – 8:05 PM · Truesdale Drive
Police responded to reports of fireworks in the area of Mayo's Landing. Officers checked the area and found no fireworks or violations.
Source: Village of Croton-on-Hudson — captured before the village's routine removal of blotter posts. 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.