Yonkers police post plea to return work tools to victim
YONKERS, NY – Officers from the 2nd Precinct recovered a set of tools believed to be stolen from a work truck or job site in … Read more
YONKERS, NY – Officers from the 2nd Precinct recovered a set of tools believed to be stolen from a work truck or job site in … Read more
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 … Read more
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. … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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, … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
YONKERS, NY — A Yonkers man was subdued with a Taser and arrested Tuesday afternoon after walking toward a crowded area of Getty Square while … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
YONKERS, N.Y. — The Justice Department announced on Wednesday the successful conclusion of an eight-year oversight agreement with the Yonkers Police Department (YPD), marking significant … Read more
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — A Yonkers man has been indicted on multiple charges, including arson and insurance fraud, for allegedly orchestrating a plot to burn … Read more
YONKERS, N.Y. — The lockdown at the Robert C. Dodson School was lifted Monday afternoon following an active police investigation near the school, according to … Read more
Yonkers, N.Y. — A top-prize-winning Take 5 ticket worth $32,528 was sold in Yonkers, the New York Lottery announced Sunday. The ticket, sold at Palmer … Read more
Burglar Sentenced to Nine Years for Failing to Appear in Court
**Goshen, NY** – Oscar Castillo, a Yonkers resident, was sentenced to nine years in prison on Monday following his guilty plea to second-degree burglary in Orange County Court last year. After pleading guilty in February 2023, Castillo did not return for sentencing, leading to a warrant for his arrest.
In court documents, it was revealed that Castillo was involved in a burglary on November 18, 2017, at a house on Cardinal Drive in Washingtonville. Two men broke into the house, confronted by the homeowner, who reported that they were masked, armed with a shotgun, and impersonated FBI agents. A physical altercation ensued, resulting in the homeowner’s injury.
Washingtonville Police, with the New York State Police Forensic Investigation Center, conducted a crime scene analysis where DNA evidence matched Castillo. Castillo was apprehended on July 2, 2021, in Westchester County, with the help of New York State Parole.
District Attorney David M. Hoovler expressed gratitude to the Washingtonville Police and other involved agencies for their collaborative efforts. The case against Castillo is being prosecuted by Assistant District Attorneys Peter Fernandez and
YONKERS, NY — A 53-year-old Yonkers man has been charged with murder following a fatal stabbing that claimed the life of his brother-in-law on Saturday. … Read more
**Yonkers Police Apprehend Man for Invasive Act**
**Yonkers, NY -** The Yonkers Police Department reported on the arrest of Gueovanni Patterson, 22, in connection to an invasive incident involving unlawful surveillance. Patterson was allegedly involved in using his cell phone to capture footage under a young female’s skirt.
This event occurred just before 1:30 p.m. on November 6, when the victim noticed Patterson’s actions and attempted to confront him, leading to his escape. Bystanders supported the victim and promptly alerted the authorities about the incident.
On Thursday, the police’s Intelligence Unit successfully identified and apprehended Patterson. He was charged with Unlawful Surveillance in the 2nd Degree, classified as a felony in New York State, and is currently detained on bail, awaiting his court appearance.
The police department urges anyone who may have been victimized by Patterson or in similar circumstances to contact the Yonkers Police Intelligence Unit at 914-377-7341.
YONKERS, N.Y. — A 22-year-old man was arrested and charged with felony unlawful surveillance after allegedly using his phone to film up a woman’s skirt … Read more
YONKERS, N.Y. — A 14-year-old student at Gorton High School was arrested on Tuesday morning after allegedly stabbing a fellow student in a classroom altercation, … Read more
YONKERS, NY — Gorton High School was placed on lockdown Thursday morning after a student brought a knife into the building, leading to a confrontation … Read more
Yonkers, NY – On Wednesday at approximately 7:00 AM, the Yonkers Police Department responded to a call about an unconscious individual at a residence on … Read more
YONKERS, N.Y. — The Yonkers Police Department helped one of their community’s heroes mark a century of life this week. Mr. James DeLucie, a World … Read more
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — A Yonkers man has been indicted on multiple charges, including attempted murder as a hate crime, following an attack on a … Read more
BRONX, N.Y. — A 40-year-old man from Yonkers was fatally shot Wednesday afternoon in the Norwood neighborhood of the Bronx, police said. The victim, identified … Read more
BRONX, N.Y. — Two individuals have been indicted on murder and related charges for the killing and dismemberment of a man, whose torso was transported … Read more
BRONX, N.Y. — Two people have been indicted on murder and related charges after allegedly killing and dismembering a man, then transporting his remains on … Read more
YONKERS, N.Y. — The Yonkers Police Department has arrested and charged Carlos Villanueva, 31, in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in the early … Read more
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. — The New York Lottery announced today that two top-prize winning tickets were sold for the Sept. 4 TAKE 5 EVENING drawing, … Read more
YONKERS, N.Y. — The New York Lottery announced today that two top-prize winning tickets were sold in Yonkers for the Sept. 3 TAKE 5 EVENING … Read more
YONKERS, N.Y. — A shooting at Doyle Park on Ashburton Avenue in Yonkers left one man dead and another injured on Sunday evening, according to … Read more
YONKERS, NY — Early on August 5, the Yonkers Police Department was called to the vicinity of the Oak Street bridge, near the jurisdictional boundary … Read more
YONKERS, NY – Yonkers Police arrested a 36-year-old New York City resident after he was caught stealing oil from businesses along Central Park Avenue, a … Read more
Yonkers, NY – The Yonkers Police Department is celebrating the retirement of Police Officer Brian Bracken and his K9 partner, Socko. Officer Bracken, a Yonkers … Read more
YONKERS, NY – The Yonkers Police Department has issued a traffic update regarding the ongoing situation at 9 North Broadway following a partial building collapse … Read more
YONKERS, NY – Following a partial collapse on Friday at 9 North Broadway, officials have deemed the entire building structurally unsound and slated it for … Read more
Building Collapse in Yonkers Prompts Emergency Response YONKERS, NY—A building collapse at 9 North Broadway led to a significant emergency response this morning just before … Read more
YONKERS, NY – The Yonkers Police Department and Yonkers Fire Department are currently responding to a partial building collapse at 9 North Broadway. Emergency teams … Read more
YONKERS, NY – The Yonkers Police Department expressed their gratitude to the Starbucks located in the Cross County Shopping Center for hosting an impromptu session … Read more
WHITE PLAINS, NY – Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah announced that Yonkers Police Department Sergeant Hector Cartagena, 55, has been indicted on multiple … Read more
YONKERS, NY — In the early hours of yesterday morning, at around 1:00 AM, Edwin Polanco, a 34-year-old resident of Yonkers, has been named for … Read more
YONKERS, NY – The Yonkers Police Department has reported a successful crackdown on illegal mopeds and other two-wheeled vehicles in an effort to address community … Read more