Man charged in fatal Yonkers sidewalk shooting
YONKERS, NY – Just after midnight on Monday, a sidewalk argument in Yonkers turned deadly when a 41-year-old man was shot in the chest. Police were called to the area of 30…
Yonkers man admits to stabbing grandmother 17 times in deadly 2022 attack
A 24-year-old Yonkers man has pleaded guilty to murdering a 68-year-old woman in a brutal knife attack inside her apartment, Westchester County prosecutors announced Thursday. Deshawn Nunez admitted to stabbing Renee Spencer…
Yonkers man busted for stealing over $50K in church artwork scam
HYDE PARK, N.Y. — A Yonkers man has been charged with grand larceny after allegedly pocketing more than $50,000 for church artwork he never delivered, the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday.…
Yonkers teacher accused of harassing student with texts and sexual overtures
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — A Yonkers Middle High School physical education teacher was arrested this week for allegedly harassing a female student for months with repeated inappropriate messages and behavior, Westchester County…
Yonkers Police exam applications due July 25 ahead of September test
YONKERS, N.Y. — The Yonkers Police Department is reminding prospective officers that less than two weeks remain to apply for the upcoming police entrance exam scheduled for September 20. Applications for the…
Police Charge Yonkers Man for Killing Acquaintance
YONKERS, N.Y. — A Yonkers man has been arrested and charged with murder following the fatal shooting of Francisco Vallejo early Friday morning, according to police. Officers responded around 2:30 a.m. to…
Yonkers Powerball ticket hits $50K prize at Stop & Shop
YONKERS, N.Y. — A Powerball ticket worth $50,000 was sold at a Stop & Shop supermarket in Yonkers for the July 12 drawing, the New York Lottery announced Monday. The winning ticket…
Teen facing life in prison for murder in multiple Yonkers shootings
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — A 17-year-old Yonkers resident has been indicted for murder, attempted murder, and multiple weapons charges in connection with two separate shootings, Westchester County District Attorney Susan Cacace announced…
Yonkers man dubbed ‘printer bandit’ arrested for bakery theft
YONKERS, N.Y. — A man with a lengthy criminal history has been arrested for allegedly stealing a printer from La Piñata Bakery on New Main Street earlier this week, Yonkers police announced…
Deli run turns golden for Powerball player in Yonkers
YONKERS, NY — A lucky Powerball player in Yonkers is $50,000 richer after purchasing a third-prize-winning ticket for Saturday night’s drawing, according to the New York Lottery. The ticket was sold at…
Cops slam-dunk community spirit at Doyle Park in Yonkers
YONKERS, N.Y. — Two Yonkers police officers were seen taking time out of patrol duties to play basketball with kids at Doyle Park, the department shared Thursday. Officers Robinson and Bosque of…
Yonkers police crack down on illegal smoke shops, seize $500K in illicit goods
YONKERS, N.Y. — Authorities in Yonkers have ramped up enforcement against unlicensed smoke shops, issuing over 100 summonses and seizing more than $500,000 in illegal marijuana and related products, the Yonkers Police…
Knife-wielding Yonkers man tasered and arrested near busy Getty Square
YONKERS, NY — A Yonkers man was subdued with a Taser and arrested Tuesday afternoon after walking toward a crowded area of Getty Square while brandishing a large kitchen knife, police said.…
Yonkers retailer sells $32K winning lottery ticket
YONKERS, NY — A lucky New York Lottery player has won a $32,639.50 top prize after purchasing a winning TAKE 5 ticket in Yonkers. The ticket for the March 18 TAKE 5…
Yonkers man surrenders after shooting two men in broad daylight
YONKERS, N.Y. — A 23-year-old man surrendered to police Monday after allegedly shooting two men in broad daylight last week, leaving one with serious facial injuries and the other with significant internal…
Yonkers police seek person of interest in March 4th shooting
YONKERS, N.Y. — Yonkers police are searching for a person of interest in connection with a shooting that occurred Tuesday. Authorities are looking to speak with 23-year-old Yonkers resident Keymel Washington. Investigators…
Bus ride in Yonkers turned violent after man fired a gun, injuring another passenger
YONKERS, N.Y. — A Mount Vernon man has been charged with assault and weapon possession after allegedly shooting another man following an argument on a bus, Yonkers police said. At approximately 11:30…
Heavy traffic prompts intermittent closures on Stew Leonard Drive in Yonkers
YONKERS, N.Y. — Authorities have implemented a traffic diversion on Stew Leonard Drive due to an unusually high volume of vehicles ahead of an incoming snowstorm and Super Bowl weekend shopping, the…
Yonkers teen charged with murder in double fatal stabbing
YONKERS, N.Y. – A 17-year-old has been charged with murder in connection with the fatal stabbing of two 16-year-olds outside a Lake Avenue residence, police said. Officers responded to 136 Lake Avenue…
14-Year-Old Boy Identifed as Suspect in Deadly Yonkers Shooting Murder, Double Shooting
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — A 14-year-old boy from Stratford, Conn., has been indicted on murder and weapons charges in connection with a fatal shooting at Doyle Park in Yonkers, Westchester County District…