Cops Say Stepsister Attacked Stepbrother With Sledgehammer At Home |Hudson Valley Crime Roundup

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Check out the week's top police news covered by the region's 24 Patch sites. Stories include "Operation Hot Lunch" and a record Medicaid fraud case.

Stepsister Drove From PA To Attack 61-Year-Old Stepbrother With Sledgehammer, Knife: Police

The 28-year-old also punctured the tires on his truck, and made deep cuts into the paint of the vehicle, according to Ellenville police.

Couple Arrested In Record $2.9M NY Medicaid Fraud Case: DA, NYS Comptroller

Officials say it is the largest Medicaid fraud scheme ever prosecuted by the Orange County District Attorney's Office.

Owner Accused Of Dealing Cocaine From Wine Shop On Main Street: Police

The owner of Amir's Wine and Spirits was arrested following a monthslong probe into illicit activity at the business, according to cops.

71-Year-Old Stole Dump Truck From Hospital Garage: NYSP

The Poughkeepsie man was arrested over the weekend on felony burglary charges connected to the theft that happened in September.

School Janitor Who Sexually Assaulted 8-Year-Old Girl In Empty Classroom Learns Sentence: DA

The 45-year-old Westchester County resident was linked to the December 2024 attack by DNA, according to prosecutors.

45-Year-Old Bronx Man Accused Of Sexual Abuse Of Child In Somers Home Spanning Years: NYSP

The victim was under the age of 13 at the time of the sex abuse, according to New York State Police investigators.

Over 100 Sex Offenders Guests Of Probation Department When Trick-Or-Treaters Hit The Streets

While the program is taking place, probation officers tracked down those who didn't attend the mandatory event.

Suspect Fired Shots Into His Own Vehicle In Shopping Mall Parking Lot: Police

The 28-year-old Garnerville resident was found standing next to his vehicle, with a shotgun nearby, according to Haverstraw police.

K-9 Ash Leads Troopers To 56 Grams Of PCP During I-87 Traffic Stop: NYSP

The passenger was arrested and charged with felony criminal possession of a controlled substance, according to NYSP.

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