Press Release On June 8, 2026, New York State Police charged David C. Hanley, age 54, of Ticonderoga, with Welfare Fraud in the Third Degree, Grand Larceny in the Third Degree, Falsifying Business Records in the First Degree, and Offering a False Instrument for Filing in the First Degree. On June 4, 2026, at approximately 3:33 p.m., members of the New York State Police received an investigative packet from the Essex County Department of Social Services Welfare Fraud Unit rega

Press Release On June 8, 2026, New York State Police arrested Melissa A. Owens, age 42, of Ogdensburg, New York, for Unlawful Possession of Personal Identification Information in the 3rd Degree. On January 29, 2026, at approximately 2:44 p.m., troopers received a complaint regarding fraudulent activity involving the First Presbyterian Church in Gouverneur. An investigation determined that Owens unlawfully obtained banking information belonging to the church and used the accou

On June 7, 2026, at approximately 2:00 p.m., New York State Police responded to 3851 Wood Creek Road in the town of Verona for a death investigation after a caller discovered an unidentified deceased individual in the area of Lock 22.

Saul De La Cruz Admitted Participating in a Criminal Enterprise That Committed Bribery and Theft United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, announced that SAUL ARISMENDY DE LA CRUZ, a/k/a “Nene,” a/k/a “Venom,” a former member of the New York City Police Department (“NYPD”), was sentenced today before U.S. District Judge Nelson S. Román to 75 months in prison for accepting bribes to provide members of a theft crew in which he participated with

United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, announced that JOVANNY CONCEPCION pled guilty today before U.S. District Judge Lewis J. Liman to making false statements relating to healthcare matters in connection with use of force incidents that took place within Rikers Island. “As he has now admitted, Jovanny Concepcion fraudulently received hundreds of thousands of dollars from New York City taxpayers by falsely claiming injuries following incide

New York State Police Wall of Honor - Today we Remember Trooper Amanda S. Anna

Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. today delivered his 2026 State of the County Address at Turning Stone Resort Casino, outlining a sweeping vision for the county’s future centered on opportunity, innovation and community investment under a new initiative titled “250 Forward.”

Governor Kathy Hochul today directed New York State landmarks to illuminate red, white and blue this evening, Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. “Today, we remember and honor the New Yorkers who served in the armed forces and made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of their state and country,” Governor Hochul said. “It takes courage, strength and bravery to serve in the military, and in New York, we reflect on the incredible valor and willingness of those who foug

On May 23, 2026, at approximately 9:03 p.m., State Police responded to a one-vehicle fatal crash on State Route 12 near Albro Road in the town of Hamilton. Prior to the crash, Madison County 911 received reports of a Honda Pilot operating erratically on State Route 12. The preliminary investigation determined that a 2006 Honda Pilot was traveling on State Route 12 when it left the roadway and struck a guardrail. The driver and sole occupant, William L. Kilts, age 78, of West

New York State Police in Brunswick responded to a disturbance call at approximately 9:35 p.m. on May 15, 2026, in a parking lot along Hoosick Road in the Town of Brunswick. What troopers uncovered quickly escalated from a verbal confrontation to a criminal investigation involving deliberate property damage and reckless behavior. Investigators say Basirah Jamalzada, 24, of Watervliet, was seated in her vehicle when a person known to her arrived in a separate vehicle. After th

The Exit B1 westbound deceleration ramp and eastbound acceleration ramps are blocked for response and vehicle recovery. No significant traffic delays at this time.

A brush fire in the Town of Queensbury damaged multiple structures, including a child’s playhouse, on the afternoon of April 28.

On May 14, 2026, members of the New York State Police Lowville and the Troop D Violent Gang and Narcotics Enforcement Team (VGNET), along with members of the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office, executed a search warrant at a residence on West Street in the village of Constableville.

Despite median household incomes increasing in every county from 2019-2024, they did not keep pace with the cost of living when adjusting for the 23.1% inflation during that time period, according to a report by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. “Household incomes for too many New Yorkers have not kept pace with the stubborn inflation we continue to feel today,” DiNapoli said. “When real incomes decline, people struggle to maintain the same quality of life. Continued focu

The City of Buffalo faces a projected general fund budget deficit of approximately $103 million in the 2026-27 fiscal year, in part, because the city historically has adopted budgets that relied on nonrecurring revenues to fund operations and underestimated expenditures, according to a budget review released today by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.

Upon an interview with Payne, troopers detected signs of alcohol impairment. Standardized field sobriety tests were administered, which returned positive results for alcohol impairment. Payne was arrested for DWI. He was transported to Erie County Medical Center for non-life-threatening injuries.

On the evening of May 5, 2026, a serious motorcycle crash occurred on State Highway 7 in the town of Worcester, Otsego County. The New York State Police at Oneonta responded promptly to the scene after receiving reports of the accident at approximately 8:04 p.m. This incident involved a single motorcycle operated by a local resident, resulting in injuries and an ongoing investigation. Damaged utility pole after motorcycle crash on State Highway 7 Details of the Motorcycle Cra

New York State Police are Partnering With State and Local Agencies To Increase Patrols, Detect Fraudulent License Plates and Target Aggressive Drivers Violating the Move Over Law Operation Plate Check Enforcement Detail From Saturday, May 2 through Saturday, May 9 Governor Hochul today announced that the New York State Police and other state agencies, including the Department of Motor Vehicles and Thruway Authority, are partnering with local law enforcement to crack down on l

According to Oneida County Sheriff Robert M. Maciol, a sixteen-year-old Boonville teen was arrested after a series of vehicles were stolen in the Boonville area this morning around 8:00 AM. A Town of Boonville dump truck was stolen from DPW property on State Route 12 and was driven to Sudal Hill Road where it became disabled. A second truck was then stolen from a nearby property on Sudal Hill Road and driven to Potato Hill Road where it was left and a third truck was then sto

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