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Queens Man Shot by NYPD During Mental Health Call Charged with Attempted Assault

Family, advocates, and mayor object to charges against 22-year-old with no criminal record

Queens Man Shot by NYPD During Mental Health Crisis Indicted

Indictment on assault charges prompts criticism from defense attorneys and mayor

Mentally Ill Queens Man Shot by Police Indicted for Attempted Assault

Jabez Chakraborty, a 22-year-old schizophrenic, was arraigned from his hospital bed on charges that also include weapon possession.

NYC Mayor Urges Dropping Charges Against Mentally Ill Man Shot by Cops

Mamdani calls for mental health treatment, not prosecution, after police shooting

New York State Police Issue Over 8,000 Tickets During Big Game Weekend

Troopers focused on DWI enforcement and road safety despite a slight increase in drunk driving arrests compared to last year.

Fulton County Sheriff's Office Offers to Arrest Locals' Exes for Valentine's Day

The department's tongue-in-cheek social media post goes viral as residents joke about their ex-partners' outstanding warrants.

18 Suspects Arrested in Niagara County This Week

Charges include attempted escape, drug possession, and burglary

Truck Gets Stuck on Rochester Highway Near Bridge

The semi-truck went over the guard rail and struck the flyover above, causing lane closures.

Staten Island Firefighter Injured in Great Kills Blaze Released from Hospital

Probationary firefighter Christopher Dorato sustained a severe leg injury requiring five surgeries.

Man Crashes Into Multiple Police Vehicles During Chase in New York

36-year-old Stephen M. Preston of Cairo, New York faces multiple felony charges after intentionally striking five state police cars during a pursuit on the Taconic Parkway.

Rushville Woman Charged With DWI After Potter Crash

Joanne Tober failed to navigate a turn, causing her vehicle to exit the roadway and enter a snow-covered ditch.

First Responders Rescue 10-Year-Old From Home's Rooftop in Mastic Beach

The child got stuck on the roof and needed assistance from police and firefighters to get down safely.

Queens Woman Arrested After Police Use StarChase Tracking Device to End Parkway Pursuit

Juliet K. Chukwudi charged with multiple traffic offenses after fleeing from officers on Long Island parkways

Flanders Man Charged with DWI After Crashing Into Snow Embankment

Police say the incident occurred in Hampton Bays on Wednesday evening.

Man Arrested on Felony Weapons Charges After Binghamton Shooting

Authorities say the suspect had a history of violent incidents.

NYPD Cop Indicted for On-Duty Clashes with Civilians

Veteran officer Quran McPhatter charged with assault, misconduct, and more in two separate incidents in Brooklyn

Poughkeepsie Honors Fallen Detective with Annual Blood Drive

The community comes together to remember Detective John Falcone, who was killed in the line of duty 15 years ago.

Lawsuit Filed to Enforce Animal Cruelty Laws in Rochester

Animal advocacy group sues Rochester Police Department over lack of enforcement

Man Arrested on Parole Warrant in Olean

Devin M. Frisicaro faces additional charges after attempting to reach for a knife during arrest.

Multiple Arrests Made in Broome County

Charges include weapons possession, DWI, and promoting prison contraband

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