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Here is a roundup of police-related news from around the Hudson Valley over the past week, including a 40-year-old Orange County man arrested on weapons charges during a multi-agency raid at a Black Rock Trail home.
Here is a roundup of police-related news from around the Hudson Valley over the past week, including a 40-year-old Orange County man arrested on weapons charges during a multi-agency raid at a Black Rock Trail home. (Patch graphic)

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Check out the week's top police news covered by the region's 24 Patch sites. Stories include a suspect arrested after a tense 5-hour standoff with sheriff's deputies.

Held Against Her Will: Troopers Arrest 2 In I-87 Travel Plaza Drama

Troopers were able to find the vehicle in Orange County, where the 27-year-old woman, from Utica, was found unharmed.

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Drunk Driver Rear-Ends Trooper Who Had Another Car Pulled Over: NYSP

Four people, including two troopers, were taken to the hospital with minor injuries as a result of the New Year's Day crash.

Find out what's happening in New Rochellefor free with the latest updates from Patch.


Ghost Gun, Weapons, Drugs And Ammo Stockpile Seized In Raid: Police

A 40-year-old Orange County man was arrested on weapons charges during the multi-agency operation at a Black Rock Trail home.


Suspect Arrested In Brutal Stabbing Attack At Apartment Building

The 45-year-old victim, who had wounds to his chest, face and hands was able to describe his 22-year-old attacker, New Windsor police said.


Suspect Arrested After Tense 5-Hour Standoff With Sheriff's Deputies

Law enforcement first responded to the scene on New Year's Day after a report of the man threatening someone with a shotgun.


1 Slice Too Many: Cops Say They Have Nabbed Suspect In Pizza Graffiti

The New Rochelle Police Department said they have put the mysterious "one slice please" graffiti artist in the box for good.


Firefighter Behind String Of Hoax Emergency Calls To 911: NYSP

The 23-year-old new member of the Hillside Fire Department is facing five felony charges after his arrest on Monday.


Years After Conviction In Slaying Is Tossed, Case Takes A New Turn

Developments have led the investigation of a 1996 double homicide in a different direction, Westchester DA Rocah said in a statement.


Weekend Bedlam Ends With Arrest Of A Suspect Toting A Purple Ghost Gun

Port Chester police say an armed Elmsford woman managed to get inside an apartment after banging on the door, prompting an emergency call.

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