Croton-on-Hudson · Police blotter
Croton Police Blotter — week of 2026-09-27 to 2026-10-03
11 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."
Flooding
September 27, 2026 – 11:50 AM · Veterans Plaza
Police continued monitoring flooding at Veterans Plaza. Barricades remained in place until the water receded and the affected roadway was reopened to traffic.
Erratic Driver
September 28, 2026 – 6:30 PM · Route 9 South
Police were notified of a report of an erratic driver traveling southbound on Route 9. Ossining Police were also notified, and Croton officers were asked to watch for the vehicle.
Hazardous Condition
September 29, 2026 – 8:32 AM · Cleveland Drive
Police received a report of an open manhole cover near Park Avenue. Village Department of Public Works personnel were notified to address the condition.
Medical Emergency
September 29, 2026 – 11:52 AM · Eklof Court
Police and EMS responded to a report of a person threatening self-harm. The scene was secured, EMS was allowed to enter, and the individual voluntarily agreed to be transported to Phelps Memorial Hospital.
Motor Vehicle Accident
September 30, 2026 – 12:05 PM · South Riverside Avenue
Police responded to a reported two-vehicle accident near the UPS Store. No injuries were reported, and an accident report was to be completed.
Welfare Check
September 30, 2026 – 10:07 PM · Veterans Plaza
Police and EMS responded to the train station for an elderly, disoriented passenger aboard an arriving Amtrak train. MTA Police subsequently handled the incident and confirmed the individual was okay and continuing northbound.
Larceny Investigation
October 1, 2026 – 2:44 PM · South Riverside Avenue
Police responded to a report of a past larceny at a local store. Store security provided information regarding a subject reportedly involved in two separate incidents, and supporting documentation was to be completed.
Welfare Check
October 2, 2026 – 11:00 AM · Hunter Place
Police responded to a report of an elderly woman reportedly yelling for help. EMS also responded, and the individual refused medical assistance.
Motor Vehicle Accident / Roadway Hazard
October 2, 2026 – 10:58 PM · Route 9 North
Police responded to a reported accident near Route 9 North and the Croton Point Avenue exit ramp. Officers assisted motorists with retrieving personal property from the roadway and ensured a mattress was secured and removed from the highway.
Suspicious Activity
October 3, 2026 – 7:00 AM · North Riverside Avenue
Police responded to a report of a person walking in the roadway, kicking vehicles, and attempting to open car doors. Officers canvassed the area but were unable to locate the individual.
Suspicious Incident
October 3, 2026 – 1:54 PM · Warren Road
Police received a report of opened mail found along a shared driveway. The mail reportedly belonged to a neighboring resident, and the incident was documented.
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.