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Archive for 'Law Enforcement News'

Syracuse-area landlord takes an unusual deal: He’ll fix lead paint before he can sell homes

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Ray Brook federal prison in the Adirondacks on lockdown for the second time in weeks

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15-to-life in prison for double fatal motorcycle crash

‘Persistent felon’ sentenced for Bikeway crash that claimed two lives and left another seriously injured Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Gov. signs new consumer protection law – Credit card surcharges must now be displayed prior to sale

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Clinton Correctional inmate found guilty of C.O. assaults

PLEASE READ THIS STORY: Joseph McCrimmon found guilty of two violent attacks on correctional officers Click here for the Sun Community News Story

Staffing shortage could result in up to five prison closures in NY this year 

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Governor Hochul’s Press Release on Steven James nomination as Superintendent of NYS Police

JANUARY 31, 2024 Governor Hochul Nominates Steven G. James to Serve as Superintendent of the New York State Governor Kathy Hochul today announced her nomination of Steven G. James to serve as the Superintendent of the New York State Police. Acting Superintendent James will lead the New York State Police in an acting role as […]

James named Acting NYS Police Superintendent

NewYorkStatePolice @nyspolice · 20h We congratulate Steven G. James on being named Acting Superintendent by Governor Kathy Hochul. James served the New York State Police for over 32 years, and we welcome him back as our leader.

Border Patrol agents in Westville arrest man wanted for Toronto murder

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New York State Police identify driver killed after vehicle crashes into pond in Malone The vehicle was found in a frozen pond on State Route 30

Worked at Titus Mountain, single father of four children Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Another 9/11 public servant lost

@NYSDEC The NYS Dec family is mourning the passing of Lt. David McShane who succumbed to a 9/11 illness contracted during his service at Ground Zero. Dave was a dedicated public servant and a brave leader. Our thoughts are with Dave’s wife, children, and loving friends.

Larry Hicks Jr. indicted for murder of Plattsburgh woman

Police are still looking to arrest him Click here for the MYNBC 5 story 

Burlington homeless pod community looks back on its first year

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Malone man arrested for stealing, crashing multiple vehicles; high speed chases through Malone and Plattsburgh

Charged with stealing a second vehicle after being released following first vehicle theft  Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Fort Edward man convicted of murdering woman who wound up in his backcountry driveway after wrong turn

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Drone package triggers Ray Brook Federal Prison lockdown

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DMV drops ‘under the hood’ requirement on CDL road test

State hopes to put more school bus drivers behind the wheel Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Governor’s executive budget includes proposed closure of 5 state prisons

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Fire on Greyhound bus shuts down I-87 northbound between Exits 35 and 36

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State expands pre-release photo ID service to all correctional facilities

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Plattsburgh parolee linked to Warren Co. burglary

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Former Albany County Sheriff’s Office budget analyst pleads guilty to federal charges

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New York State Police identify victim of fatal bus crash on Adirondack Northway

Another passenger, who was airlifted to Albany Medical Center is still in critical condition, according to police CLICK HERE FOR THE MYNBC5 STORY 

Suspect vandalizes Champlain Islands farm, steals pride flag and leaves homophobic letter

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Updated: One dead after I-87 tour bus crash

Area between Exits 22 and 23 remains closed Friday evening as the investigation continues Click here for the Sun Community News story