James Valentine indicted in Rockland County child sex abuse case
NEW CITY, NY — A Rockland County grand jury has indicted James Valentine, 57, of Cornwall on Hudson, on one count of Course of Sexual … Read more
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Rockland DA Tom Walsh joins 3rd annual Pride Justice Awards in 9th Judicial District
NEW CITY, N.Y. — Rockland County District Attorney Tom Walsh participated in the 3rd annual Pride Justice Awards, leading the Pledge of Allegiance during the … Read more
Rockland County teaching assistant indicted for endangering physically disabled children
NEW CITY, N.Y. — A Rockland County Grand Jury has indicted a teaching assistant for allegedly endangering the welfare of two physically disabled children at … Read more
Rockland County reels in big win with top-prize lottery ticket
NANUET, NY — A lucky lottery player has scored a $28,688.50 top prize in the May 11 evening drawing of the New York Lottery’s TAKE … Read more
Rockland County store celebrates big lottery win
VALLEY COTTAGE, NY — A lucky Take 5 Evening ticket sold in Rockland County hit the top prize of $32,263.50 in the April 15 drawing, … Read more
New Jersey man kill his two aunts in Rockland County
SPRING VALLEY, N.Y. — A New Jersey man accused of brutally killing his two aunts in Rockland County has been indicted on multiple murder charges … Read more
Five arrested as Rockland County whacks crack operation in Ramapo, Haverstraw, and Spring Valley
NEW CITY, N.Y. — Five individuals have been arrested and indicted following a five-month investigation into narcotics sales in Rockland County, the District Attorney’s Office … Read more
Rockland Man Thought He Was Going on Date With 15-Year-Old Girl, But She Was a Cop
New City, NY – The Rockland County District Attorney’s Office has announced the indictment of Jose Quizhpi, a 48-year-old man from Queens, New York, following … Read more
Former Rockland corrections officer sentenced for misconduct and record tampering
NEW CITY, N.Y. — A former corrections officer with the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office has been sentenced to five years probation after pleading guilty to … Read more
Rockland County DA’s Office supports People to People Thanksgiving food drive
NEW CITY, N.Y. — The Rockland County District Attorney’s Office, under District Attorney Tom Walsh, continued its annual tradition of supporting People to People, Rockland … Read more
Rockland County Corrections Officer Arrested on Child Sex Abuse Material Charges
Rockland County Corrections Officer Arrested on Child Sex Abuse Material Charges
**Rockland County, NY** – Daniel Dworkin, 44, of Valley Cottage, New York and a Sergeant at the Rockland County Jail, was arrested Monday. The Rockland County District Attorney’s Office charged him with 51 counts each of promoting and possessing a sexual performance by a child.
The case began with a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, leading to searches of Dworkin’s residence and electronic devices. The investigation was conducted by the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and included local law enforcement support.
District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II expressed the seriousness of the charges, given Dworkin’s role in law enforcement. He affirmed a commitment to child protection and accountability in the legal process.
Dworkin was arraigned in Clarkstown Justice Court, where bail was set at $500,000 cash, $1 million bond, or $1.5 million partially secured bond. The proceedings will continue on November 25, with Gerard M. Damiani III and Joseph Santangelo as prosecutors.
Rockland County District Attorney Collaborates with Homeland Security Leadership
Rockland County, NY – District Attorney Tom Walsh and Chief Assistant District Attorney Patrick Frawley convened with the Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) New York team … Read more
New Jersey man arraigned on felony charges for filing false bank statement in Rockland County
CLARKSTOWN, N.Y. — James Wolff, a 50-year-old resident of Teaneck, New Jersey, was arraigned on September 30 in the Town of Clarkstown Justice Court on … Read more
Rockland DA Meets with Columbia Law Students
NEW CITY, N.Y. — Masters students from Columbia University visited the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office on Monday to learn about the role of the … Read more
Carnival for Canines Raises Funds for Rockland Police K9s
Garnerville, NY – District Attorney Tom Walsh, along with Chief Assistant District Attorney Patrick Frawley, participated in the Carnival for Canines benefit held to support … Read more
Rockland County Cyber K9 Dog Named After Hero Red Bandana Man From 9/11
Rockland County, NY – The Rockland County District Attorney’s Office has unveiled K9 Remy, Rockland County’s first “cyber dog” trained to detect electronic devices. Remy … Read more
Rockland County Ranked Third Safest Community in U.S.
NEW CITY, N.Y. — Rockland County has been ranked as the third safest county in the United States, according to a recent report by U.S. … Read more
Rockland County Celebrates 95 New US Citizens
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – In a moving ceremony, Rockland County welcomed 95 new citizens from diverse global backgrounds, including Ukraine, the Dominican Republic, and Thailand. … Read more
Rockland County Celebrates Bastille Day
Piermont, NY — The Rockland County District Attorney’s Office praised the successful organization of the annual Bastille Day celebration held by the Piermont Chamber of … Read more
Rockland County Smoke Shops Guilty After Cops Find 405 Pounds of Illegal Cannabis
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II has announced the conclusion of a year-long investigation into several Rockland County smoke shops, with … Read more
Major Felony Charges After Year-Long Investigation into Rockland County Smoke Shops
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II has announced the arrest of four individuals and the charging of five corporations … Read more
Rockland County Hosts Second Annual Pride Justice Awards
Rockland County, NY — The Rockland County District Attorney’s Office recently celebrated the Second Annual Pride Justice Awards, an event honoring notable individuals and organizations … Read more
Rockland County Middle Schoolers Get a Taste of the Courtroom
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY—Local students from Fieldstone Middle School were given a firsthand look at the criminal justice system during a tour of the Rockland County … Read more
Inmate Pleads Guilty to Attack on Rockland County Jail Guard
Spring Valley, NY – Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II announced on Tuesday that 21-year-old Shaquille Gage from Spring Valley, New York, entered … Read more
Orange and Rockland Utilities Issues Warning on Bill Payment Scam
PEARL RIVER, NY – Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (O&R) alerts customers to a new wave of fraudulent phone calls. On March 25 at noon, … Read more
Bronx Man Admits to Child Abuse at Rockland State Park During Birthday Party
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY—Francisco Lopez-Gomez, a 45-year-old from the Bronx, has entered a guilty plea to first-degree abuse, a Class D felony, Rockland County District Attorney … Read more
Rockland County DA’s Office Celebrates Irish Heritage at Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick Annual Dinner
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – The Rockland County District Attorney’s Office participated in the 26th Annual Dinner of the Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick, held at … Read more
Rockland County DA’s Office Engages with Haverstraw Elementary on Career Day
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – Career Day at Haverstraw Elementary School welcomed two distinguished guests from the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office. Chief Deirdre Smith and … Read more
Multiple Smoke Shops Rockland County Targeted for Underaged Sales
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – In a significant collaborative effort, the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office, Homeland Security Investigations’ New York Field Office, New York State … Read more
40-Year-Old Shot on West Rockland Street in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA – In the early hours of Thursday, Philadelphia Police were called to Temple University Hospital following the arrival of a gunshot victim. The … Read more
Rockland County Welcomes Seven New Legislators
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY — In a significant moment for the Rockland County Legislature, seven newly-elected members were sworn in during its organizational meeting on Wednesday. … Read more
Rockland County Toy Drive Helps Dozens of Families in Need During Christmas Holiday Season
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – The Rockland County District Attorney’s Office joined the annual RCC Public Safety and Vincent Crotty Memorial Foundation Holiday Toy Drive. District … Read more
Rockland County Inmate Convicted on Multiple Felony Charges
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II announced the conviction of Darius Williams, a 34-year-old inmate from Spring Valley, New York, on … Read more
Police Not Giving Up on Cold Case Murder of 19-Year-Old from Rockland County
NANUET, NY – The Rockland County District Attorney’s Office commemorated the fourth anniversary of the unsolved homicide of 19-year-old Nicholas Jasiel from Nanuet, NY. Jasiel … Read more
Don’t Get Scammed or Robbed With Online Exchanges; Rockland County Offers Safe Exchange Location
GARNERVILLE, NY – The Haverstraw Police Department, located at 101 W Ramapo Rd, has established a secure location for online exchange transactions, as announced by … Read more
Rockland County’s “Operation Clean Streets” Nets Seven Arrests for Narcotics Sales
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY — A months-long investigation by the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force has culminated in the arrest of seven county … Read more
Coast Guard Responds to Demasting Incident Near Rockland Harbor, Maine
The U.S. Coast Guard was called into action on Monday after a 118-foot schooner named the Grace Bailey suffered a demasting incident that resulted in … Read more
Rockland County Political Operative Busted for Falsifying Records
Michael Bookman, 40, from Bardonia, New York, has been indicted on charges of Grand Larceny in the Third Degree, Falsifying Business Records in the First … Read more
Rockland County District Attorney Shows Support for Israel at Flag-Raising Ceremonies
In a symbolic display of solidarity, District Attorney Tom Walsh and his staff participated in Israeli flag-raising ceremonies in both the Town of Clarkstown and … Read more
Rockland County Hosts Vigil For Israel After Terrorist Attack
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – This evening, District Attorney Tom Walsh stood alongside hundreds of Rockland County citizens on the Rockland County Courthouse steps, holding a … Read more
Rockland County Law Enforcement on Alert After Attack on Israel
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – The Rockland County District Attorney’s Office expressed their deep condolences for the victims of a recent alarming attack in Israel, including … Read more
Rockland County Democrat Leader Arrested for Election Fraud
MOUNT KISCO, NY – Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II announced that William Serratore, 59, and his son Carmelo Serratore, 24, both of … Read more
Canadian Man Arrested for Luring Rockland County Child
LONDON, ON – A multi-agency investigation led to the arrest of Clinton Wilson, 58, for internet luring of a minor. The probe was a collaborative … Read more
Rockland County Observes Overdose Awareness Day
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – First Assistant District Attorney Charles Apotheker attended the Rockland County Overdose Awareness event at the Tallman Pool Club last Sunday. The … Read more
Rockland County Man Indicted for Distributing Deadly Fentanyl
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – Damian Williams, the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced the indictment and arrest of Justin Turnick, a … Read more
Former Rockland County Corrections Officer Pleads Guilty to Unlawful Imprisonment and Forcible Touching
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II announced yesterday that John Kezek, a former Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Corrections Officer, has pleaded … Read more
Seven Defendants Sentenced For Defrauding Federal Program That Provided Technology Funding For Rockland County Schools
Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced today the sentencing of all seven defendants who previously pled guilty … Read more
Bomb threat at Rockland County school sends police in wild goose chase
CLARKSTOWN, NY – Police in Rockland County responded to a bomb threat at a Clarksville elementary school on Thursday which was found to be a … Read more
Nearly two-dozen injured in Yeshiva school bus crash in Rockland County
RAMAPO, NY – At least one person was critically injured, and more than twenty others required medical attention when a bus crashed into a house … Read more
Hispanic police officers recognized by Rockland County District Attorney
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – Four Rockland County police officers from multiple agencies were recognized for their outstanding community service during a National Hispanic Heritage Month … Read more