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Man Arrested for Impersonating Trooper at Penn Yan Park

Elijah F. Tretts allegedly provided false information and claimed to be a state police officer.

Jury Deliberates Fate of NY Prison Guard Charged in Inmate's Death

Correction officer accused of kicking incarcerated man in the head and lying about the incident.

FBI responds after American Airlines flight from JFK diverted to Detroit

Officials say the flight was diverted due to a disruptive passenger

Trooper Walks Away After Violent Thruway Collision

Video shows trooper struck during traffic stop, but he is able to walk away with minor injuries.

77-Year-Old Woman Arrested After Striking Cars, Mailbox and Police Vehicle in Ontario County

Dolores Bradley allegedly fled from police after causing multiple collisions in Farmington, New York.

Man Dies After Jumping Into Erie Canal While Fleeing Police

Authorities withholding identity of 36-year-old suspect pending notification of next of kin

Police Shortage Hits Breaking Point Across New York

Departments struggle to fill vacant positions as retirements outpace new hires

Manhole Explosion Injures 2 Police Officers in Larchmont

Investigators suspect underground electrical issue caused the blast and fire.

NY Detective Accused of Funneling Guns to Violent Gang

Newly promoted officer charged in 18-person indictment for allegedly selling firearms to members of Long Island's '48 Gang'

ICE Agent Saves Life of Unresponsive Child at Airport

Quick action by federal officer revives child in TSA line at JFK

ICE Agent Saves Life of Unresponsive Child at Airport

Quick action by federal officer revives one-year-old in TSA line

Elmont Man Arrested for Disrupting Religious Services in Great Neck

Police say the 34-year-old drove past local houses of worship, yelling from his vehicle and disrupting services.