School Bus Monitor Arrested After Assaulting 12-Year-Old Student On Way Home From School: Sheriff

The Yorktown woman was charged after an incident on a Mahopac school bus, according to Putnam County Sheriff Brian Hess.

Hudson Valley Man Admits To Embezzling $212K From 2 Putnam County Nonprofits

He spent the ill-gotten gains on food, gas, phone bills, pet supplies, cigars, liquor and lawn equipment, according to investigators.

1-Year Old, 8-Year-Old In Car During I-84 DWI Traffic Stop: New York State Police

The Connecticut driver was charged with two counts of felony aggravated driving while intoxicated with a child passenger (Leandra's Law).

Authorities Looking For Answers After German Shepherd Found With Muzzle Tightly Taped Shut

The young female dog was found at a Southeast business with injuries and remains under veterinary care, according to the Putnam SPCA.

8-Time Convicted Felon Gets 7 Years In Putnam County Drug Case

The Mahopac man had more than 1/8 of an ounce of cocaine on him at the time of his arrest, according to prosecutors.

Rescue After Hours-Long Cliffside Crisis As Negotiators Bring Distraught Man To Safety In Putnam County

"I feel like there's a reason God put us here to find you today," negotiators told the man on the brink of disaster.

21 To Life For Slaying Of Missing Cab Driver Whose Body Was Found In Croton Falls Reservoir

The murder victim's taxi cab was found abandoned at the Purdy's Metro North Station days after he was first reported missing.

Hudson Valley Man Killed In Weekend Dirt Bike Crash In CT: Police

The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, according to Waterbury police.

CT Man Nabbed On Felony Gun Charge During Patterson Traffic Stop: Police

Deputies recovered a loaded Smith & Wesson handgun from the man’s vehicle, officials said.

Hudson Valley Motorist Charged In Crash That Killed CT Man: PD

The crash happened on Jan. 26, 2025 on a highway in Southeast.

The Long Arm Of The Law Catches Up With Hudson Valley Fugitive In Maryland: Sheriff

The arrest followed a weeks-long, multi-state investigation by the Putnam County Sheriff's Office Bureau of Criminal Investigation.

Suspect In Custody After Postal Worker Slashed With Knife At Post Office: Police

Deputies said they arrived almost instantly at the knife attack scene at the Carmel Post Office, and used a Taser to subdue the attacker.

See The Moment An I-84 Stop Leads To Seizure Of 51 Pounds Of Pot

A Connecticut woman was arraigned in the Town of Southeast Justice Court and released on her own recognizance.

Homeowner Killed In Excavator Equipment Accident In Putnam Valley

The sheriff’s office said the exact circumstances surrounding the incident still remain under investigation.

2-Year-Old, 3-Year-Old In Car As Route 22 Traffic Stop Leads To Felony Gun Arrest

Deputies said the Wassaic man was jailed after the stop in Southeast revealed more than just moving violations.

Pulled Over On I-84 For Traffic Violations, But Arrested Over The Loaded, 'Privately Made' Handgun In The Car

Neither the 48-year-old NJ man driving nor the 36-year-old passenger had a valid driver's license, according to state police.

Declaration of Independence Replica Was Defaced Outside Historic Courthouse In Putnam County

County officials said the Declaration of Independence replica signed by residents was defaced on Independence Day.

Felony Reckless Endangerment Charge After Wrong-Way I-84 SUV Stopped With Spike Strips: NYSP

The 41-year-old driver had a BAC of more than twice the legal limit, according to New York State Police.

Connecticut Sex Offender Who Preyed On Hudson Valley Kids Facing Federal Charges: DOJ

He was arrested by the Putnam County Sheriff's Office after he had traveled to New York to meet with a 13-year-old girl.

Vasquez-Ramirez Admits To Murder Of Taxi Driver Found In Croton Falls Reservoir

A Pawling man faces 21 years to life in prison for killing a Danbury cab driver, who had been reported missing days earlier.

Putnam County Man Arrested After Child Exploitation Investigation: Sheriff

The 22-year-old Patterson man allegedly shared child sexual abuse material through Snapchat, according to authorities.

Strange Public Lewdness Incident At Putnam Lake Leads To Arrest Of CT Man: Sheriff

A woman reported that while walking her dogs, a man in a gray SUV allegedly exposed himself while making vulgar remarks, authorities said.

Decapitated Roosters, Doves Found At Shore Of Reservoir, Putnam County SPCA Investigates

A fisherman notified authorities Sunday evening after seeing the mutilated animals along the shoreline of Sodom Reservoir, Putnam SPCA said.

Hudson Valley Man, PA Woman Face Federal Charges In Sexual Exploitation Of Infant, Child Pornography: DOJ

"The charges here—sexual exploitation of an infant—allege horrific conduct,"  U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of NY Clayton said.

Predatory Sexual Assault Against Child, Rape, Incest Allegations Lead To Arrest Of Putnam Man: Sheriff

An investigation started after a tip about child pornography, and revealed other disturbing crimes including illegal guns, authorities said.

'The Grappler': Sheriff Unveils New Tool That Can Stop Fleeing Suspects In Their Tracks

The car-mounted tool can be used to help put an end to car chases quickly and safely, according to the Putnam County Sheriff's Office.

Suspect In Rape Of Juvenile Arrested After Trying To Flee, Resisting Arrest: Sheriff

The case started when the juvenile reported a forcible sexual assault, according to Putnam County Sheriff Brian Hess.

3-Day, Multi-Agency, 'Real Time' Enforcement Operation Led To Dozens Of Arrests: Sheriff

The op led to 849 traffic stops, 273 tickets, 45 arrests, 8 fugitives captured, 23 stolen cars, over 3 kg of narcotics and a firearm.

Prisoner Escaped Wearing All Black With A Hot Pink Coat, According To New York State Police

Cops say there isn't thought to be any threat to the public in the wake of the fugitive's escape after an arrest for a nonviolent offense.

Mutilated Animal Remains Again Found Near Lake Carmel, Putnam County SPCA Investigates

Seven animals were found decapitated and severely mutilated in bags near a commercial property on Route 52.

Pickup Slams Into Hudson Valley Home, Driver Arrested

The Philipstown man was charged with felony reckless endangerment and aggravated DWI. He was also cited for an unsafe lane change.

Deputies Find Veritable Cornucopia Of Drugs And Makeshift Weapons During Seatbelt Stop: Putnam Sheriff

Fentanyl, alprazolam, metal knuckles, sawed-off shotgun, and imitation air pistols spray-painted black were seized, the PCSO said.

Repeatedly Visiting Safe Deposit Boxes At Bank While Wearing Bulletproof Vest Leads To Arrest: Sheriff

He had on a bulletproof vest and ballistic helmet, and was armed with knives and an air-powered imitation firearm when arrested, cops say.

Ketamine, Cash, Gun Seized In Raid At Suspected Drug Lab In Putnam County Home: Police

An investigation was launched after the Putnam County Sheriff's Office received a lead from Homeland Security.

Suspicious Van In Parking Lot Leads To Brooklyn Trio's Arrest On Identity Theft Related Charges: Police

The company told Carmel police that the U-Haul was significantly overdue, and the 3 were no longer authorized to have or drive the van.

Teamwork, Tire Stick Help Put An Abrupt End To Police Chase Across 2 Counties

NY State Police, Yorktown PD, Westchester County PD, Putnam County Sheriff's Office and Carmel Police coordinated to nab the suspects.

He Told Cops His Car Was Stolen When He Stopped To Check On A Hurt Deer, But The Story Fell Apart: Sheriff

After telling an outlandish tale, the Carmel man was charged with DWI and false reporting, according to law enforcement.

Months-Long Investigation Leads To Sting At Crackhouse, Arrest Of Putnam County Couple: Police

The two arrested face a combined 15 felony and 10 misdemeanor charges related to possession and sale of drugs, according to Carmel PD.

Speeding Driver Who Fled From Traffic Stop Is Linked To Hit-And-Run Earlier In The Day: Sheriff

A car chase through the Town of Southeast led to the arrest of the driver, but the driver had another secret, according to authorities.

Maximum Sentence After Driver Gives Infuriating Reason For Driving On Suspended License With No Insurance

The bizarre case unfolded when a Putnam County Sheriff's deputy pulled a car over after noticing it didn't have a license plate.