Schenectady woman shot in leg during evening incident
SCHENECTADY, NY – As she stood near the intersection of Watt Street and Tremont Avenue on Monday evening, a woman in her 30s was struck in the leg by a bullet, prompting…
Schenectady officer rescues man from burning home on Fourth of July
SCHENECTADY, NY — A Schenectady police sergeant is being credited with saving a man’s life during a large house fire late on Independence Day, officials said. Around 11:17 p.m. on Friday, officers…
Schenectady officers and city officials join 2025 Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — Members of the Schenectady Police Department and the City of Schenectady Mayor’s Office participated in the 2025 Law Enforcement Torch Run this week in support of Special Olympics New…
Gun found in bag triggers lockdown and arrest at Schenectady High
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — An 18-year-old student was detained Friday afternoon after a loaded handgun was discovered in her bag during a routine security screening at Schenectady High School, police said. At approximately…
Schenectady police release update on officer-involved shooting on Strong Street
SCHENECTADY, NY — Schenectady Police are continuing to investigate an officer-involved shooting that occurred Wednesday evening during a response to a reported altercation involving a 16-year-old girl armed with a knife. At…
Schenectady police to host free pet food pop-up events for families in need
The Schenectady Police Department, in collaboration with the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society (MHHS), is launching a series of free pet food pantry pop-up events for city residents in need, beginning next week.…
Crack, coke and guns found in Schenectady sweep
SCHENECTADY, NY — Two separate raids carried out this week by Schenectady police resulted in the arrests of two suspects and the seizure of multiple handguns, crack cocaine, fentanyl, and other narcotics,…
Home invader shot dead in Schenectady as victim charged with illegal gun possession
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — A 28-year-old man was fatally shot during an armed home invasion in Schenectady last Thursday, with police now charging the resident for illegal possession of the weapon used in…
Beloved Schenectady police K9 Ramo dies after years of service
SCHENECTADY, NY — The Schenectady Police Department is mourning the death of retired K9 officer Ramo, a dedicated service dog who spent years protecting the community alongside his partner and handler. Chief…
Young man gunned down in broad daylight on Schenectady street
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — A man in his 20s was shot and killed Wednesday afternoon on a busy Schenectady street, prompting a full-scale homicide investigation by city police. Officers were called to 1807…
Man shot in broad daylight on Van Vranken Avenue, Schenectady cops say
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — A man in his 20s was shot in broad daylight Wednesday afternoon on Van Vranken Avenue, prompting an active investigation by the Schenectady Police Department. Police said the incident…
Schenectady honors animal control officers for frontline work in animal welfare
SCHENECTADY, NY — The Schenectady Police Department is recognizing two of its own during Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week, commending their efforts in protecting and caring for animals throughout the city. ACO…
Man shoots wife, then himself inside Schenectady apartment
SCHENECTADY, NY — A 44-year-old man is dead and a woman is hospitalized after a domestic shooting inside a North End Drive apartment Thursday evening, Schenectady Police confirmed. Officers were dispatched to…
Man dead, Woman stumbles out of Schenectady home after being shot in torso
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — A man is dead and a woman is hospitalized after gunfire broke out during an altercation inside a Northend Drive residence Thursday evening. Schenectady Police responded to a call…
Man arrested after injured dog ‘Lavender’ abandoned in Schenectady, police say
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — A 31-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the animal cruelty case involving “Lavender,” a severely injured dog found abandoned in Schenectady last week, police announced Friday. Key…
Heavily fortified homes raided in Schenectady illicit cannabis bust
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — Two homes fortified to resist police entry were raided Wednesday evening in Schenectady as part of a joint operation targeting the illegal sale of cannabis, authorities said. At approximately…
8-year-old boy killed in Schenectady hit-and-run; suspect vehicle recovered
Schenectady Police Investigate Fatal Hit-and-Run **SCHENECTADY, NY** – Schenectady Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run that occurred on the evening of Wednesday, March 19 at approximately 7:38 p.m. Officers were called to…
Deadly overnight stabbing claims life of woman overnight in Schenectady
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. – A woman died after being stabbed multiple times on Lincoln Avenue on Friday night, according to the Schenectady Police Department. Officers responded to the 800 block of Lincoln Avenue…
One man hospitalized in early morning shooting in Schenectady
Schenectady, N.Y. — A man was hospitalized early Wednesday morning after being shot in the leg on Swan Street, police said. Officers responded to the area around 3:57 a.m. and found the…
Fatal Vehicle Crash Under Investigation in Schenectady
Fatal Vehicle Crash Under Investigation in Schenectady **Schenectady, NY** – A fatal motor vehicle crash occurred involving a single car on the evening of March 3 at approximately 11:20 p.m. near Eastern…
Schenectady teen arrested after Snapchat school threat
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. – A 14-year-old student was arrested after allegedly threatening to bring a gun to school and kill a classmate in a Snapchat message, police said. Schenectady Police Department officers were…
New York State Police announce nuclear emergency training exercise in Schenectady
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — A large-scale nuclear training exercise will take place in Schenectady beginning Sunday, with visible activity expected to commence Monday, according to the New York State Police. The exercise will…
Schenectady police seek help in solving tire-slashing spree in Mont Pleasant
SCHENECTADY, NY — Detectives with the Schenectady Police Department are asking for the public’s help as they investigate a series of criminal mischief incidents in the Mont Pleasant neighborhood, where dozens of…
Schenectady police arrest Niskayuna man in overnight hit-and-run
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — A 29-year-old Niskayuna man has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run early Wednesday morning that left a 41-year-old woman in critical condition, the Schenectady Police Department announced. The…
Police investigate report of masked man following 11-year-old girl in Schenectady
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — Authorities in Schenectady are investigating an incident in which an 11-year-old girl was followed by a masked individual in a grey vehicle while walking to school Tuesday morning. According…
Schenectady prepares for 55th annual holiday parade with road closures and parking restrictions
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — The 55th Annual Holiday Parade in Schenectady is set to bring festive cheer this Saturday evening, with festivities beginning at 5 p.m. and extensive preparations already underway. The Schenectady…
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