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Here is a roundup of police-related news from around the Hudson Valley over the past week, including jail time for killing, dismembering a bulldog In Westchester.
Here is a roundup of police-related news from around the Hudson Valley over the past week, including jail time for killing, dismembering a bulldog In Westchester. (Patch graphic)

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Check out the week's top police news covered by the region's 24 Patch sites. Stories include a pardoned January 6 rioter in trouble again.

Jail Time For Killing, Dismembering Bulldog In Westchester

The 40-year-old CT man had been temporarily staying with an acquaintance in New Rochelle before taking his dog and brutally killing it.

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Pardoned January 6 Rioter Accused Of Threatening To Kill House Minority Leader

Moynihan was among rioters who broke through the security perimeter on the east side of the Capitol Building.

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Daughter Who Repeatedly Stabbed Her Dad After Arguing With Her Mom Over A Clogged Toilet Gets Prison

Her father sustained serious, almost fatal injuries in the knife attack, including collapsed lungs and severe blood loss.


Second Undercover Prostitution Sting At Spa Leads To New Arrest

In March, a Queens woman was arrested at the same location and charged with prostitution and unauthorized practice of a profession.


Driver Who Was Going 101 MPH On I-87 With Child In SUV Had BAC Of 0.13: Police

The 40-year-old Bronx woman faces a felony "Leandra's Law" charge, as well as speeding and other traffic violations.


Police Release New Details In Standoff With Man In Full Camouflage Who Menaced Neighbors: Sheriff

Officials said that it is unclear if the resulting fire was accidental or intentional, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.


Elderly Westchester Woman Scammed Out Of $40K By Brooklyn Con Man: Police

The 34-year-old told the Yonkers victim that she needed to pay him to clear her name from a federal investigation, police said.


5 Mount Vernon Officers Suspended After Inmate Shot In Back Of Police Van

The prisoner was taken to the hospital with what Chief Olafiers described as a "non-life threatening gunshot wound to his lower leg."


Former CFO Of Investment Firm Is Part Of $500 Million Federal Fraud Case: DOJ, FBI

The Pelham man is cooperating with the government in the fraud prosecution, according to federal officials.

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