Police Link Portable Toilet Explosion To 14-Year-Old |Hudson Valley Crime Roundup

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Check out the week's top police news covered by the region's 24 Patch sites. Stories this week include, an "Engaging Pirate" with bad intentions, fake bills at CVS, and a "nightmare come to life."

After Fake Bills Passed At CVS On Mamaroneck Ave., The Trail Leads To The Bronx: Police

When officers tried to stop the suspects, the driver intentionally hit a police car, and sped away, according to Mamaroneck cops.

'Engaging Pirate' Made Plans To Meet 14-Year-Old Girl For Sexual Encounter In Hudson Valley: DOJ

When he was arrested in Orange County, he had "bondage equipment" with him, according to federal investigators.

Armonk Man Who Was Shot By Cop, Pleads Guilty To Attempted Assault Of Police Officer: DA

He tried to stab a sergeant while being taken into custody, before a second officer shot him, ending the attack.

Police Officer Arrested On Felony Charges, Accused Of 'Brazen' Theft Of $800K From Alabama Business: DA

The 26-year-old MVPD officer is charged with possession of stolen property and grand larceny, according to the Westchester DA's Office.

Portable Toilet Explosion, Other Detonations, Linked To 14-Year-Old Who Made IED At Home: Police

Bomb-making materials were recovered from the teen's Westchester home with help from the FBI Joint Terrorism Task force, YPD said.

Disturbing New Details Emerge In 'Nightmare Come To Life' Mall Stairwell Rape Case, As Queens Man Charged: DA

The sexual assault took place over the course of hours and was captured on security video surveillance, according to investigators.

Bus Driver Attacked In Road Rage Incident In Westchester Remains Hospitalized With Brain Bleed: DA

A Manhattan man is facing a felony charge after cops say he put the driver in a chokehold and slammed him to the ground, following a crash.

Suspect In Violent, Drug-Fueled Attack Has Died While In Police Custody: Yonkers Police Department

Tasers were twice used unsuccessfully to subdue the suspect, who was armed with a knife, according to police.

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