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Man, 86, Found After Going Missing In Yonkers (UPDATE) Man, 86, Found After Going Missing In Yonkers (UPDATE)
Man, 86, Found After Going Missing In Yonkers (Update) New Update: An 86-year-old man who went missing in Westchester County has been found safe.  Alfred James was found after going missing on Tuesday, May 19, after last being seen in the area of 25 Rosedale Rd. in Yonkers, Yonkers Police said in an update on Wednesday afternoon, May 20.  More information about where James was found was not made available.  Original Report: Police in Westchester are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 86-year-old man who may need medical attention. Alfred James was last seen on Tuesday, May 19, in the area of 25 Rosedale Rd.…
Hot Tea Thrown At McDonald’s Drive-Thru Worker In Walnutport: Police Hot Tea Thrown At McDonald’s Drive-Thru Worker In Walnutport: Police
Hot Tea Thrown At McDonald’s Drive-Thru Worker In Walnutport: Police A McDonald’s drive-thru visit in Pennsylvania took an “unhappy meal” turn after a customer allegedly threw hot tea on an employee, police said. The incident happened shortly after 8 a.m. Monday, Jan. 20, when a man pulled into the McDonald’s drive-thru and removed the lid from his cup of hot tea while at the window, according to the Walnutport Police Department. He then threw the hot liquid at a young female employee working the drive-thru window, resulting in her seeking medical attention, the police explained. It’s safe to say the customer was not "lovin’ it". Walnutport PD Walnutport…
Alert Issued For Missing 16-Year-Old Girl In Yonkers Alert Issued For Missing 16-Year-Old Girl In Yonkers
Alert Issued For Missing 16-Year-Old Girl In Yonkers Police in Westchester are asking for the public’s help in locating a 16-year-old girl who has been missing since last week and may be in need of medical attention. Melayzia Wade, age 16, was last seen on Thursday, Oct. 23, in the area of 108 Shonnard Pl. in Yonkers, the city's police department said on Tuesday, Oct. 28. She is described as 5-foot-9, weighing around 200 pounds, and was last seen wearing a black jacket and black Deadpool pajama pants.  Police said Wade may require medical attention and urged anyone with information about her whereabouts to come forward immediately. Any…
Insulin, Broken Glass Contaminated Shaved Ice At PA Elementary Trunk-Or-Treat Event: Officials Insulin, Broken Glass Contaminated Shaved Ice At PA Elementary Trunk-Or-Treat Event: Officials
Insulin, Broken Glass Contaminated Shaved Ice At PA Elementary Trunk-Or-Treat Event: Officials Parents were warned after insulin and broken glass may have contaminated shaved ice served at a trunk-or-treat event at a Pennsylvania elementary school on Wednesday, Oct. 15, officials explained. The Albert Gallatin Area School District issued the alert after the Halloween-themed event earlier in the evening at A.L. Wilson Elementary School in Uniontown. "The shaved ice may have been contaminated with insulin and broken glass," Pegg said in a statement to families. Posted by Albert Gallatin Area School District on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 Parents and guardians were urged to se…
16-Year-Old Girl Last Seen Walking Along Galway Road, Police Say 16-Year-Old Girl Last Seen Walking Along Galway Road, Police Say
16-Year-Old Girl Last Seen Walking Along Galway Road, Police Say Update: Hailey Heigel has been found safe, police said. Original report: Authorities are asking for help in locating a Saratoga County teenager who was reported missing. Hailey Heigel, 16, was last seen walking along Galway Road in the town of Galway at around 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office. Heigel, who may be in need of medical attention, was wearing a black sweatshirt, black leggings, and gray boots. She is described as 5-foot-1 and 103 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information is asked to call 911. Share this …
Teen Girl Reported Missing In Yonkers, May Need Medical Attention Teen Girl Reported Missing In Yonkers, May Need Medical Attention
Teen Girl Reported Missing In Yonkers, May Need Medical Attention Police in Westchester are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing teenager who may be in need of medical attention. Angelica Cruz, 15, was last seen on the morning of Friday, Oct. 3, in the area of Hoover Road in Yonkers, the city's police department announced.  Cruz is described as 5-foot-10 and 170 pounds. She was last seen wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt, black pants, and black glasses. The department’s Missing Persons Unit is actively investigating her disappearance. Police urged anyone who sees Cruz or knows her whereabouts to call the Yonkers Police Department at 91…
Alert Issued For Missing 16-Year-Old Girl In Yonkers Gone For Days Alert Issued For Missing 16-Year-Old Girl In Yonkers Gone For Days
Alert Issued For Missing 16-Year-Old Girl In Yonkers Gone For Days Police in Westchester are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 16-year-old girl who has not been seen for days.  Candice Flores was reported missing on Wednesday, Sept. 17, and may be in need of medical attention, Yonkers Police said on Friday, Sept. 19. Flores is described as Hispanic, stands at 5-foot-5, and weighs around 195 pounds. She was last seen in the area of South Broadway wearing a green cropped shirt and blue jeans with hearts. The department’s Missing Persons Unit is actively investigating and urges anyone with information on Candice’s whereabouts to contact…
Unwell Hiker Rescued In Dramatic Mission In Palisades Near NY/NJ Border Unwell Hiker Rescued In Dramatic Mission In Palisades Near NY/NJ Border
Unwell Hiker Rescued In Dramatic Mission In Palisades Near NY/NJ Border A dramatic rescue unfolded earlier this week in Rockland County near the New York/New Jersey border when a search and rescue team saved an unwell hiker.  The incident happened midday in the rugged terrain near the Palisades, where over two dozen trained volunteers from the Chaverim of Rockland Search and Rescue team responded with specialized gear to assist the hiker in distress, The Monsey Scoop reported on Thursday, June 5.  After reaching the hiker, Chaverim volunteers gave medical attention—including pain relief—and secured them onto a rescue stretcher. The group then carefully carried …
SEARCH UNDERWAY: 23-Year-Old Woman Missing In Yonkers, Police Say SEARCH UNDERWAY: 23-Year-Old Woman Missing In Yonkers, Police Say
Search Underway: 23-Year-Old Woman Missing In Yonkers, Police Say Authorities in Westchester are asking for the public’s help in finding a 23-year-old woman who has gone missing and may be in need of medical attention. Ania Avent, age 23, was last seen on Monday, April 28, in the area of 28 Tower Pl. in Yonkers, the Yonkers Police Department announced on Wednesday night, April 30.  Avent is described as a Black woman who is 4-foot-10 and around 90 pounds.  At the time she went missing, she was wearing a pink hooded sweatshirt, black pants, and a black backpack, according to police. Authorities noted that Avent may be in need of medical at…
Alert Issued For Missing Girl, 14, In Yonkers Alert Issued For Missing Girl, 14, In Yonkers
Alert Issued For Missing Girl, 14, In Yonkers Police are searching for a 14-year-old girl who was last seen in Westchester several days ago. Jocelyn Otero, age 14, was last seen in Yonkers in the area of Mt. Carmel Place on Friday, Feb. 28, the Yonkers Police Department announced on Thursday, March 6.  Otero is described as a Black girl who is 5-foot-4 and 209 pounds. She was last seen wearing an army fatigue hoodie, a gray coat, and black jeans.  She may be in need of medical attention, police said.  Anyone with information is asked to call police at 914-377-7900.  Click the Facebook icon below to share thi…
17-Year-Old Girl Arrested After School Bus Brawl: Deptford PD 17-Year-Old Girl Arrested After School Bus Brawl: Deptford PD
17-Year-Old Girl Arrested After School Bus Brawl: Deptford PD A 17-year-old girl was arrested and charged following a fight on a school bus on Tuesday, Feb. 25,  At 3:05 p.m., officers responded to the area of Ironwood Drive and Village Boulevard for the report of an altercation on a Deptford School bus involving two juvenile female Deptford High School students, Deptford police said.  Upon arrival, Deptford Police de-escalated the situation and conducted an investigation, police said. The juvenile victim received immediate medical attention for non- life threatening injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital where she was later relea…
Alert Issued For Missing Farmingdale Woman With Dementia Alert Issued For Missing Farmingdale Woman With Dementia
Alert Issued For Missing Farmingdale Woman With Dementia Authorities are asking for help in locating a missing vulnerable adult from Long Island. Brenda Simmons, 76, was last seen on Fulton Street in the village of Farmingdale at around 6 a.m. Monday, Dec. 16, according to Nassau County Police. Simmons, who suffers from dementia, was driving a gray 2009 Honda Accord with New York plates HDM-3912. She is 5-foot-1 and 145 pounds, with gray hair and brown eyes. Police said she may be in need of medical attention. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Nassau County Police Department at 516-573-7347 or call 911. Share this story by clicki…
52-Year-Old Man Missing From Yonkers: Police 52-Year-Old Man Missing From Yonkers: Police
52-Year-Old Man Missing From Yonkers: Police Authorities in Westchester are searching for a 52-year-old man who has been missing for almost two weeks. David Morales was last seen in the area of Willow Street in Yonkers on Saturday, Nov. 23, Yonkers Police announced on Thursday, Dec. 5.  Morales is described as a Hispanic man who is 5-foot-7 and 150 pounds. He was last seen wearing dark brown pants and a black jacket.  He may be in need of medical attention, police said. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is asked to call Yonkers Police at 914-377-7900.  Click the Facebook icon below to share this story…
17-Year-Old Boy Found After Going Missing In Yonkers: (UPDATE) 17-Year-Old Boy Found After Going Missing In Yonkers: (UPDATE)
17-Year-Old Boy Found After Going Missing In Yonkers: (Update) New Update: A 17-year-old boy has been located after going missing in Westchester. Shamir Aaron, who was reported missing after last being seen in the area of Ashburton Avenue in Yonkers on Wednesday, Dec. 4, was found safe, Yonkers Police announced around 1 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5.  More information about where he was found and his condition was not released.  Original Report: Authorities in Westchester are asking for the public's help in finding a missing 17-year-old boy. Shamir Aaron was last seen in the area of Ashburton Avenue in Yonkers on Wednesday, Dec. 4, Yonkers Polic…
New Update: 10-Year-Old Girl Found After Going Missing In Yonkers New Update: 10-Year-Old Girl Found After Going Missing In Yonkers
New Update: 10-Year-Old Girl Found After Going Missing In Yonkers New Update: A 10-year-old girl was found after going missing in Westchester, police announced. Hadir Ayyad was located as of 11:40 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 18 after going missing earlier in the day in Yonkers, according to the city's police department. Authorities did not release details about where Ayyad was found.  Original Report: Authorities in Westchester are asking for the public's help in locating a missing 10-year-old girl.  Hadir Ayyad was last seen on Monday, Nov. 18 in the area of Rossiter Avenue in Yonkers, according to Yonkers Police. Ayyad is described as fi…
Terrifying Scenario Transforms Into Beautiful Moment During Elizabeth Football Game Terrifying Scenario Transforms Into Beautiful Moment During Elizabeth Football Game
Terrifying Scenario Transforms Into Beautiful Moment During Elizabeth Football Game Chase Young was on track to play his best game of the season. It was the first game all year that the senior St. Thomas Aquinas running back had run 100 yards, Head Coach Tarig Holman said of the game at Elizabeth on Friday, Sept. 27. But then, with about 2.5 minutes left of the third quarter and a score of 25-8, St. Thomas Aquinas in the lead against Elizabeth, Young went unconscious. "I was getting ready to call a play. I looked at my play sheet, looked back up, and [Chase] was on the ground," said Holman, in his third season as head coach. "At that point, it was much larger than footba…
SWAT Standoff Ends After 10 Hours In Kearny: Police SWAT Standoff Ends After 10 Hours In Kearny: Police
SWAT Standoff Ends After 10 Hours In Kearny: Police A man armed with a knife barricaded himself at a building in Kearny on the morning of Tuesday, Sept. 3, authorities said. At 9:27 a.m., a woman contacted the police department and said her life had been threatened by a man with whom she lives with and that he was armed with a knife, authorities said, Kearny police said. Officers removed the woman and her child but the man barricaded himself inside the residence and made statements suggesting he was experiencing a mental health crisis, police said. The Kearny Police Department, Hudson County Sheriff’s Office, Hudson County Prosecutor’s Offi…
Alert Issued For Missing Long Island Man Alert Issued For Missing Long Island Man
Alert Issued For Missing Long Island Man Police are asking for help in locating a missing Long Island man. James Mangino, age 70, of East Northport, was last seen on 8th Avenue at around 3 p.m. Monday, July 29. Suffolk County Police said he suffers from dementia and may be in need of medical attention. Mangino was driving a 2018 white Toyota Camry with New York registration CVW-4099. He was wearing a gray hat with red writing and gray sweatpants. He is 6-foot-2 and 215 pounds, with gray hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Suffolk County Police Department at 631-854-8217. Share this story by cli…
Westwood HS Brawl: 25 Charges Filed Against Graduating Students, Family Members (UPDATE) Westwood HS Brawl: 25 Charges Filed Against Graduating Students, Family Members (UPDATE)
Westwood HS Brawl: 25 Charges Filed Against Graduating Students, Family Members (Update) Charges have been filed against 13 people in connection with brawls that broke out last Thursday, June 20 following the Westwood High School graduation ceremony, police announced. Two graduation students and their family members are facing a total of 25 charges including assault, disorderly conduct, failure to disperse, and obstruction, Washington Township Police Chief John Calamari said. Multiple fights erupted on the football field just after the ceremony had ended, bringing officers from multiple surrounding agencies to the scene, Washington Township police said in a release at the time.…
Alert Issued For Long Island Man Missing 4 Days Alert Issued For Long Island Man Missing 4 Days
Alert Issued For Long Island Man Missing 4 Days Police are asking for the community’s help in locating a Long Island man who has been missing for several days. Gregorio Arrue, age 63, of Amityville, was last seen at around 8:40 a.m. Thursday, June 20, on Cherokee Court. He suffers from dementia and may be in need of medical attention, according to Suffolk County Police. Arrue is 5-foot-4 and 140 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black shirt, black pants, and brown boots. Police said he primarily speaks Spanish, and his English is limited. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Suffolk County P…
Update: Missing Long Island Man Found Update: Missing Long Island Man Found
Update: Missing Long Island Man Found Update:   A missing man with dementia has been located, police said.  Yves LaRochelle, age 72, had been last seen in Glen Head on the afternoon of Monday, June 17.  Authorities announced on Wednesday, June 19 that the man had been found.  Additional details, including where he was located and his current condition, were not released.  Original Story:  Police are asking for the community’s assistance in locating a vulnerable adult who went missing from Long Island. Yves LaRochelle, age 72, was last seen in Glen Head on Monday, June 17, according to th…
Cat Tests Positive For Rabies In Camden County Cat Tests Positive For Rabies In Camden County
Cat Tests Positive For Rabies In Camden County A stray cat has tested positive for rabies about two weeks after it was brought to an animal shelter in Camden County, authorities said. The veterinarian who treated the cat in Voorhees has been advised to seek medical attention, according to the Camden County Health Department. The New Jersey Department of Health notified the county on Monday, June 10 that the cat had tested positive, officials said. “Although rabies is a serious illness, it can be prevented by early treatment,” said Commissioner Virginia Betteridge, liaison to the Camden County Health Department. “If you have been b…
Seen Him? Hudson Valley 18-Year-Old Reported Missing Seen Him? Hudson Valley 18-Year-Old Reported Missing
Seen Him? Hudson Valley 18-Year-Old Reported Missing Police are asking for help in locating an 18-year-old Hudson Valley man who was reported missing. Orange County resident Tyler Rivera was last seen at around 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, in the village of Washingtonville on Emerson Drive. Rivera is considered a vulnerable adult with autism and may be in need of medical attention, according to the Washingtonville Village Police Department. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a light gray sweatshirt, blue sweatpants, white sneakers, and was carrying a black backpack. Police said he may have traveled to Ulster County. Anyone…
Seen Her? Missing Teen Last Seen On Long Island Seen Her? Missing Teen Last Seen On Long Island
Seen Her? Missing Teen Last Seen On Long Island Police have issued an alert for a missing teenager who they say may be in need of medical attention. Kathia Pleitez Mendez, age 16, was last seen on the morning of Wednesday, March 13 in Huntington Station, according to the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse. Mendez was seen at 6:30 a.m. that morning on East 12th Street. She is believed to be suicidal and in need of medical attention. Mendez is 5-foot-5 and weighs approximately 130 pounds. She has brown eyes and brown curly hair with red highlights. When she was last seen, Mendez wore a blue shirt, black pants, a black jac…
K9 Teams, Drones Helping In Search For Missing Woman In CT K9 Teams, Drones Helping In Search For Missing Woman In CT
K9 Teams, Drones Helping In Search For Missing Woman In CT Several K9 units, drones, and air support teams are assisting in the search for a missing woman in Connecticut who may require medical attention.  New, updated report - New Update: Missing Woman Found Dead After 'Exhaustive Search' In Willington Anne Page, age 80, went missing from the Village Hill Road area in the Tolland County town of Willington during the night of Thursday, Dec. 21, state police announced on Friday, Dec. 22. Page is described as a white woman who is believed to have been wearing white Christmas-themed pajamas and blue sneakers. She suffers from medical c…
Missing PA Woman May Be On Long Island, Police Say Missing PA Woman May Be On Long Island, Police Say
Missing PA Woman May Be On Long Island, Police Say A woman missing from Pennsylvania, who may be in need of medical attention, could be on Long Island, police said. Kristin Lynn Nilsen, age 67, was last seen driving in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania on Tuesday, Oct. 3 at around 2 p.m., according to the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse. However, she is now thought to be nearly 200 miles away, police said, as information indicates that she may be in the West Village area of Manhattan and could be on her way to Sag Harbor. Nilsen has dementia and may be in need of medical attention. She drives a 2002 silver Acura MDX with Pe…
Update: Missing Long Island Man Located Update: Missing Long Island Man Located
Update: Missing Long Island Man Located Update:  A missing Long Island man who police thought to be in need of medical attention has been located, authorities said.  Charles Ford, age 58, had last been seen on Thursday, Sept. 21 at 9 a.m. leaving his West Hempstead home.  On Monday, Sept. 25 -- four days after he first went missing -- Nassau County Police announced that the man had been found.  Additional details, including where he was found and his current condition, were not released.  Original story:  A man with dementia who may be in need of medical attention has disappeared after leavi…
New Update: Missing Long Island Teen Found New Update: Missing Long Island Teen Found
New Update: Missing Long Island Teen Found Update:  A teenager who may have needed medical attention has been found, police said.  Camrin Weiss, aged 17, who had last been seen in Valley Stream on the morning of Wednesday, May 31, has been located, Nassau County Police announced,  Officials did not provide additional information on where Weiss was found.  Original story: Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing Long Island boy who may be in need of medical attention. Camrin Weiss, aged 17, was last seen on Wood Lane in Valley Stream on the morning of Wednesday, May 31, accordi…
Seen Them Or This Car? Alert Issued For Missing Mineola Couple Seen Them Or This Car? Alert Issued For Missing Mineola Couple
Seen Them Or This Car? Alert Issued For Missing Mineola Couple A Long Island couple has gone missing and authorities are asking the public's help in locating them. According to Nassau County Police, Morad Malkiel, age 81, and Rachel Malkiel, age 76, were last seen driving their 2012, gray, Subaru Impreza, NY registration KZD-9251, at around 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 29, Nassau County Police said. Morad Malkiel is described as being 5-foot-8, 180 pounds, with gray eyes, short balding gray hair, and a goatee. He has a cognitive impairment and is in need of medical attention. Rachel Malkiel is described as being 5-foot-6,180 pounds, with…
New Alert Issued For Man Missing For Months Possibly In Need Of Medical Attention In Maryland New Alert Issued For Man Missing For Months Possibly In Need Of Medical Attention In Maryland
New Alert Issued For Man Missing For Months Possibly In Need Of Medical Attention In Maryland Seen him? A fresh alert has been issued by law enforcement agencies in Maryland as they seek the public’s assistance in locating a missing man who may be in need of medical attention. The Maryland Center for Missing and Unidentified Persons (MCMUP) released a photo of 31-year-old Shawn Paavola, who was last seen on Sunday, Aug. 7 in Charlotte Hall in St. Mary’s County. Investigators described Paavola as being 6-foot-3 weighing approximately 230 pounds. He is known to have a beard and wavy, strawberry-blonde hair, officials said, and he regularly frequents Maryland’s eastern shore. He ma…
Alert Issued For Missing Long Island Woman Alert Issued For Missing Long Island Woman
Alert Issued For Missing Long Island Woman Police are asking the public for help locating a missing Long Island woman who hasn't been seen in more than a week. Myriam Hoyos de Baldrich, age 69, of Seaford, was last seen at her residence by her son, on Friday, May 6. She is described as being Hispanic, 4-foot-11, 160 pounds, with brown eyes, glasses, wavy reddish/brown hair, a stocky build and wears hearing aids, the Nassau County Police said. Her possible destination is New York City.  Hoyos de Baldrich suffers from cognitive impairments and is in need of medical attention, police said. Detectives request…