Crime & Safety
Stolen Wallet Leads To Felony Charge For Yorktown Man
He voluntarily appeared at police headquarters where he was arrested.
YORKTOWN, NY — A stolen wallet has lead to a felony charge for a Yorktown man. Police said Andrew Eidelson, 28, of Pine Brook Road, was charged with fourth-degree criminal possession of stolen property, a felony.
Around 10 a.m. April 9, police received a call from an Evergreen Street resident saying his wallet which contained a debit card and cash was stolen.
Police investigated the report and found Eidelson allegedly had the stolen wallet.
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He vountarily appeared at police headquarters and was placed under arrest.
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Eidelson was processed and arraigned on the charge and bail was set at $2,500 cash or bond.
A temporary order of protection was issued against the defendant on behalf of the victim.
Eidelson was released after cash bail was posted by a family member.
He is scheduled to next appear in Yorktown Town Court April 11.
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