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Hidden Camera Discovered In School Bathroom |Hudson Valley Crime Roundup

Cops Say 2-Year-Old Girl Died After Being Left In Car |Intoxicated Westchester Woman Drove 2 Miles On Metro-North Tracks, According to MTA

Here is a roundup of police-related news from around the Hudson Valley over the past week, including the tale of a really big Tractor Supply Co. fan.
Here is a roundup of police-related news from around the Hudson Valley over the past week, including the tale of a really big Tractor Supply Co. fan. (Patch graphic)

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Check out the week's top police news covered by the region's 24 Patch sites. Stories include a feeble attempt to fake documentation.

Shooting Leads To Attempted Murder Charge Against Teen: PD

A 19-year-old is facing attempted murder, assault and weapon charges for the September attack, according to police.

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2-Year-Old Girl Dies After Being Left In Car For 8 Hours, Mom Arrested: NYSP

While the Middletown woman was at work, the temperatures inside the unventilated car led to the death of the child, according to police.

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Nice Try, But No Car: Trooper Isn't Fooled By Hand-Drawn Inspection, Registration Stickers

The New York State Police took the opportunity to remind motorists that "arts and crafts supplies do not count as valid documentation."


Intoxicated Westchester Woman Drove 2 Miles On Metro-North Railroad Tracks: Police

Several Metro-North trains were delayed up to 30 minutes during the strange incident, according to MTA police.


Westchester Man Indicted On 16 Felony Counts After Filming Classmates In Unisex University Bathroom: DA

The 22-year-old, who was a senior at Marist University, and was set to graduate in May, has since been expelled due to the allegations.


Tractor Supply Co. Fan Arrested After Stealing Over $20K In Equipment In 2 Jurisdictions: Police

Search warrants led to the recovery of a snow blower, a zero-turn lawn mower, branded hand tools, and power equipment, according to police.


Teen Broke Into Elementary, Stole Prescription Meds, Then Was Linked To Attempted Pharmacy Break-In: Police

The 19-year-old Cold Spring man was charged in both incidents, according to the Putnam County Sheriff's Office.


Man Accused Of Attempted Murder After Violent Robbery In Ramapo: PD

The victim sustained serious injuries after being robbed at knifepoint, according to police.


Hudson Valley Trio Indicted In Record $3.5M 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.

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