For information concerning local registered sex offenders, visit the following websites:
www.co.dutchess.ny.us (go to the bottom of the page and look for the sex offender website link)
www.criminaljustice.state.ny.us (look on the right hand side of the website for Quicks Links to the sex offender subdirectory search)
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Rodney J. Powell, 23, is wanted by the City of Poughkeepsie Police Department on warrants for third-degree robbery and seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Anyone with information concerning his whereabouts is asked to call city police at (845) 451-4000 or the Tip Line at (845) 451-7577.
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City Police once again remind citizens not to leave any valuables in their vehicles. If valuables must be left in a vehicle, they should be secured in the trunk and not left in plain view.
Anyone with information concerning vehicle break-ins is asked to call City Police at (845) 451-4000 or the confidential Tip Line at (845) 451-7577.
Summertime is a season for increased bicycle thefts and the City of Poughkeepsie Police Department reminds residents to secure their bicycles. Residents should also record the serial numbers of their bicycles and take pictures of them to prove ownership should they be stolen. Bicycles should also be registered with the city. Registrations are done on Mondays and Wednesdays between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. You must be a city resident, bring the bicycle, photo identification, and bill of sale or receipt for the bicycle. If you do not have a bill of sale or receipt, an affidavit will be completed indicating you are the owner of the bicycle and that approximate date you purchased or received the bicycle (if a gift). If you are the parent of a child under the age of 14 years your name will also be on the registration. Once the simple form is complete, the City of Poughkeepsie Police Department will issue a sticker to be placed on the bicycle. Registrations are valid for twoyears
City of Poughkeepsie Police have made several arrests in recent robberies.
On Tuesday, July 21, at 9:55 a.m., two men were robbed on Forbus Street; a 17-year-old city male and a 15-year-old city male were arrested after being identified by the victims.
On Wednesday, July 22, two men were jumped by a group of males in the 500 Block of Main Street. Responding Officers were able to locate several suspects who were positively identified by the victims. Emmanuel Stewart, 18; Christian Meyers, 18; and Shabar Carpenter, 19, were charged with second-degree robbery.
On Thursday, July 23, a man was robbed in the 600 Block of Main Street at 11:15 a.m.; a suspect matching the description of the robber provided by the victim was stopped a short distance away and was positively identified. Bryon Winfrey, 21, was charged with second-degree robbery.
Early this morning, at 2:45 a.m., a man was robbed on Cannon Street by two men, one of whom appeared to be in possession of a handgun. The suspects were located a short time later, along with a third man. One of the suspects was in possession of a BB gun and the third subject was in possession of the robbery victim's property. Bishmi Thrasher and Jonathan J. Williams, both 18, were each charged with first-degree robbery. The third male, 17, was charged with fifth-degree criminal possession of stolen property.
Two vehicle break-ins were reported to City of Poughkeepsie Police this morning, one on North Randolph Avenue and one on Underhill Avenue. Both vehicles were unlocked. Residents are reminded not to leave items of value in their vehicles and to secure their vehicles at all times.
If your home is going to be vacant for an extended period of time, you can request extra checks of your property while you are away. Simply call the City of Poughkeepsie Police Department's main number, (845) 451-4000, and provide your address and the dates you'll be away. Also, let the dispatcher know if anyone else will be checking your property, what vehicles will be in the driveway and if any lights will be left on. Officers will then conduct extra checks on your property.
Garen Asa Fisher, 26, was arrested on a felony charge of third degree criminal possession of a narcotic drug with intent to sell on Carroll Street on Sept. 10.
Police were called by a concerned resident, who had observed a suspicious vehicle in the area.
Fisher was found to be in possession of 192 glassine envelopes of heroin, as well as a small amount of marijuana. He was also charged with unlawful possession of marijuana, a violation. He was held pending arraignment.
A woman was attacked on Market Street at 8:50 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 15. The suspect grabbed her from behind in a bear hug and a chain was ripped from her neck as she struggled with him. The suspect is described a Hispanic male, 5'10" tall, in his early twenties with an unknown tattoo on his left bicep. He was last seen wearing very light blue shorts and a white tank top.
Earlier that same a day, a woman reported being followed by a man with a similar physical description while she was walking in the area of North Randolph Avenue at 7:35 a.m.
City police remind residents to call (845) 451-4000 to report any suspicious persons.
A woman was attacked on Market Street at 8:50 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 15. The suspect grabbed her from behind in a bear hug and a chain was ripped from her neck as she struggled with him. The suspect is described a Hispanic male, 5'10" tall, in his early twenties with an unknown tattoo on his left bicep. He was last seen wearing very light blue shorts and a white tank top.
Earlier that same a day, a woman reported being followed by a man with a similar physical description while she was walking in the area of North Randolph Avenue at 7:35 a.m.
City police remind residents to call (845) 451-4000 to report any suspicious persons.
Three people were robbed in three separate incidents on Wednesday, Sept. 23, between
The first incident occurred on
The suspect is described as being a black male in his twenties, 5’5” to 5’7” tall and 160 to 180 lbs. He may be operating a silver sedan, possibly a Honda or an Acura, with dark tinted windows and bright blue xenon headlights. He was armed with a black semi-automatic handgun.
Anyone with any information concerning these incidents is asked to call city police at (845) 451-4000 or the confidential Tip Line at (845) 451-7577.
Parker Avenue, from Washington Street to Garden Street, will be closed to traffic on Friday, Oct. 2 and Saturday, Oct. 3 due to Walkway Over the Hudson events. Only local traffic will be allowed on that portion of Parker Avenue on those dates. Expect traffic congestion and numerous pedestrians. For information about the event, including parking, visit www.walkway.org and www.cityofpoughkeepsie.com.
On Oct. 22 at approximately 8:19 p.m., an area hospital reported that they had a gunshot victim in their ER. City of Poughkeepsie Police Officers responded and found a 30-year-old male city resident shot multiple times. The victim reported that he had been shot in the area of Mill and Charles streets by a black male. The victim gave a vague description of the suspect and conflicting locations of the incident. Anyone with information on this shooting is asked to call City of Poughkeepsie Police at (845) 451-4000.
A 31-year-old man was stabbed during an attempted robbery at 11:30 p.m. on Oct. 22 in the area of Main Street and Fountain Place. The suspects were described as three black males, 5'10" with slim builds. The wound was not life-threatening. Anyone with information concerning this incident is asked to call City of Poughkeepsie Police at (845) 451-4000.
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By: Det. Sgt. Matt Clark
At approximately 9:45 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 13, City of Poughkeepsie Police Officers Garth Mason and Owen O'Connell conducted a vehicle and traffic stop in the area of Mansion and North Clinton streets. The driver, Joshua Graves, 24, of Mansion Street, fled from his vehicle leading officers on a foot pursuit. Graves ran to the back of 72 North Hamilton St. While running down the driveway, both officers observed Graves throw an item into a garbage can. Graves violently fought with officers in the rear of 72 North Hamilton St. but was eventually placed into custody. Following this, officers returned to the garbage can and found a revolver, loaded with two rounds, in the can. Graves was charged with numerous vehicle and traffic charges, resisting arrest, criminal possession of stolen property and criminal possession of a weapon.