Aide allegedly stole $3K from patient SCHENECTADY — A home health aide stands accused of taking $3,000 from a person she was supposed to be helping, authorities said. At least some of the incidents were caught on video, according to papers filed in court. Audrey R. Hurlburt, 29, of Main Street, Schoharie, was charged Wednesday with one count of fourth-degree grand larceny, a felony. She is accused of taking the money between May 1 and June 25 at various times as she worked as a home health aide for a patient on Fifth Street, according to papers filed in court.
Police accuse man of raping child SCHENECTADY — Police say a city man raped a child under the age of 15. Andy K. Hariraj, 20, of Elliott Avenue, was charged Monday with two counts of first-degree rape and one count of second-degree rape, felonies. He is accused of sex acts with the victim dating back to 2010, when he was 18 years old, according to papers filed in court. Hariraj also faces multiple misdemeanor counts, the papers indicate.
Teen faces felony in headphone theft SCHENECTADY — A city teen is in trouble for stealing a set of headphones, police say. Khalil K. Bonds, 17, of Kelton Avenue, was charged Tuesday with one count of second-degree robbery, a felony, and fi fth-degree criminal possession of stolen property, a misdemeanor. He is accused of jumping on the victim’s back on State Street, near Henry Street, just after 4:30 p.m. Tuesday and taking the headphones. The headphones were valued at $350, according to papers filed in court.
Police: Man broke in, took cellphone SCHENECTADY — A Bronx man is accused of breaking into a woman’s home and taking a cellphone last year, authorities said. Frank Bartlett Jr., 31, of the Bronx, was arrested Thursday and charged with second-degree burglary and third-degree robbery, felonies. He is accused of breaking into the woman’s apartment on Maplewood Avenue on Jan. 1, 2011, and forcibly taking the cellphone from her hand, according to papers fi led in court. Bartlett also faces one count of first-degree criminal contempt, accused of pushing the woman through a folding door in November 2010, violating an order of protection, according to papers.
Man allegedly took tools from garage SCHENECTADY — A city man was arrested for allegedly entering a garage and taking tools, authorities said. Alexander Sabat, 35, of 905 Brandywine Ave., was charged Thursday with one count of third-degree burglary, a felony, along with petty larceny and criminal possession of stolen property, misdemeanors. He is accused of breaking into the garage on Elmer Avenue just after 11 a.m. Thursday and taking a string trimmer and a lawn mower, according to papers filed in court.
let me know how it all works out.....street sweepers can only do so much....and when some of the garbage is 'your own' it's difficult to decide on what to recycle.
...you are a product of your environment, your environment is a product of your priorities, your priorities are a product of you......
The replacement of morality and conscience with law produces a deadly paradox.
STOP BEING GOOD DEMOCRATS---STOP BEING GOOD REPUBLICANS--START BEING GOOD AMERICANS
Bail increased in alleged gunfire SCHENECTADY — The man accused of firing nearly 20 rounds from an assault rifle on the bike path near Manhattan Street last week will have to come up with another $20,000 bail to be freed again, according to an agreement reached Wednesday morning. Luis J. Gomez, 30, of 1513 Van Vranken Ave., appeared in Schenectady County Court for what was to be a hearing on his bail status. He was prepared to present a number of witnesses who would have testified that he never left a Manhattan Street party during the time of the July 4 incident. Prosecutor Ed Moynihan indicated in court that he would have called his own witnesses at the hearing, had it gone forward. Prosecutors and the defense, however, came to an agreement on a total new bail of $50,000. Gomez had already posted $30,000. He faces one count of fi rst-degree reckless endangerment in the shooting case. No one was injured. Gomez had been out on $10,000 bail posted in an earlier marijuana case when the gunfi re erupted. He is accused of firing 19 shots on the bike path near the dead end of Manhattan Street around 8:30 p.m. July 4. Gomez’s attorney, Glen Brownell, has said the case against his client is weak.
Woman charged in domestic incident SCHENECTADY — A woman faces a felony charge in a domestic dispute, authorities said. Tina M. Terry, 42, of 1508 Rugby Road, was charged Saturday with second-degree assault, a felony. She is accused of throwing a candle holder Saturday morning at her boyfriend, hitting him above his eye. The man was treated for a cut, according to papers filed in court. Terry also faces one count each of fourth-degree criminal mischief, resisting arrest and obstructing governmental administration, all misdemeanors.
Man charged with destroying evidence SCHENECTADY — A city man allegedly destroyed a crack pipe in an attempt to keep offi cers from fi nding it, authorities said, resulting in more serious charges being filed against him Jacob J. Kownack, 33, of 133 Elm St., was charged Monday with one count of tampering with physical evidence, a felony. He is accused of walking away from officers Monday evening on Hulett Street as they told him to stop, then dropping a glass pipe he was seen smoking out of, breaking it in the process, according to papers filed in court. Kownack also faces one count of second-degree criminally using drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor.
Woman accused of having stolen car SCHENECTADY — A city woman stands accused of possessing a stolen car. Sissy Provost, 28, of 127 Prospect St., was charged Tuesday with third-degree criminal possession of stolen property, a felony. Provost is accused of possessing a stolen 2011 Toyota Corolla valued at $20,000 Tuesday on Prospect Street, according to papers filed in court.
POLICE BLOTTER SCHENECTADY POLICE DEPARTMENT Lori M. Rappleyea, 51, of 2660 Albany St., was charged on Aug. 6 with second-degree aggravated harassment. Romal Ramgadoo, 19, of 273 Altamont Ave., was charged on Aug. 6 with second-degree criminal contempt. Christopher A. Hines, 27, of 1457 Stanford St., was charged on Aug. 6 with first-degree criminal contempt and second-degree criminal trespass. Jason A. White, 36, of 1051 Cutler St., was charged on Aug. 6 with third-degree criminal mischief. Dominelle Jennings, 23, of 869 Strong St., was charged on Aug. 6 with third-degree assault. Vicky L. Rose, 45, of 525 Seneca St., was charged on Aug. 6 with petty larceny. Erika K. Carter, 25, of 2816 Campbell Ave., was charged on Aug. 7 with fourth-degree criminal mischief. Thomas J. Jordan, 29, of 4327 Angela Court, was charged on Aug. 7 with fourth-degree criminal mischief and petit larceny. Tyshiaun L. King, 22, of 343 Georgetta Dix, was charged on Aug. 7 with criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation. Gary A. Gloker, 55, of 1322 9th Ave., was charged on Aug. 7 with third-degree menacing and thirddegree assault. Alicia A. Levielle, 27, of 1129 Cutler St., was charged on Aug. 7 with petty larceny. Joaquin E. Morales, 34, of 520 Schenectady St., was charged on Aug. 7 with second-degree aggravated harassment. Crystal M. Dzintars, 28, of 108 State St., was charged on Aug. 7 with second-degree criminal contempt. Jed A. Civic, 56, of 905 Lakewood Ave., was charged on Aug. 7 with fourth-degree criminal mischief and third-degree menacing. John T. Dalton, 55, Glenville, was charged on Aug. 7 with aggravated driving while intoxicated. Michael F. Pino, 33, of 525 Lang St., was charged on Aug. 7 with fourth-degree criminal mischief and petty larceny. Thomas M. Hotaling, 22, Amsterdam, was charged on Aug. 8 with second-degree criminal contempt. Robert E. McKnight, 39, of 1309 1st Ave., was charged on Aug. 8 with second-degree assault and seconddegree reckless endangerment. Anthony Perkins, 43, of 1211 8th Avenue, was charged on Aug. 8 with second-degree unlawful imprisonment and criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation. Joseph C. Lanigra, 50, of 1218 Chrisler Ave., was charged on Aug. 8 with fi rst-degree criminal contempt, second-degree criminal contempt, and second-degree aggravated harassment. Oquezsha U. Simmons, 30, of 2450 Van Vranken Ave., was charged on Aug. 8 with seconddegree aggravated harassment. Denise R. Pendelton, 49, of 424 Elm St., was charged on Aug. 8 with third-degree robbery and fourthdegree grand larceny. Laquandra R. Patterson, 29, of 800 State St., was charged on Aug. 8 with resisting arrest, second-degree assault, and second-degree obstructing governmental administration. Michael K. Krosky, 34, of 513 Chadwick Road, was charged on Aug. 8 with dangerous dog. Matteo R. Henderson, 17, of 2307 Broadway, was charged on Aug. 8 with petty larceny, second-degree obstructing governmental administration, and resisting arrest. Ricky G. Rickson, 41, of 1863 Ferndale Ave., was charged on Aug. 8 with criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation. Bhojkumer K. Rattan, 25, of 1028 Helderberg Ave., was charged on Aug. 8 with fourth-degree grand larceny and second-degree possession of a forged instrument. Joseph N. Colamarino, 63, of 1037 Community Road, was charged on Aug. 9 with driving while intoxicated. William J. Walker, 25, Scotia, was charged on Aug. 9 with petty larceny and second-degree obstructing governmental administration. Avis S. D. Jackson, 20, of 303 Hulett St., was charged on Aug. 9 with resisting arrest and disorderly conduct. William J. Smith, 44, of 2965 Consaul Road, was charged on Aug. 9 with fourth-degree criminal mischief. Donna J. Stone, 49, of 49 Columbia St., was charged on Aug. 9 with third-degree unauthorized use of a vehicle. Paul Barros, 21, of 1156 Hildebrandt Ave., was charged on Aug. 9 with second-degree aggravated harassment. Mary E. Burns, 54, of 834 State St., was charged on Aug. 9 with petty larceny. Kandice C. Wade, 24, of 1092 Willett St., was charged on Aug. 9 with fourth-degree criminal mischief. Marc A. Harris, 18, Stanford Street, was charged on Aug. 9 with fourth-degree criminal mischief. Timothy A. Jones, 46, of 425 Hamilton St., was charged on Aug. 9 with petty larceny. Dondeal D. McCall, 22, 432 Brandywine Avenue, was charged on Aug. 9 with disorderly conduct. Moniquea A. Milligan, 19, of 1728 Rugby Road, was charged on Aug. 9 with petty larceny and fourth-degree criminal mischief. John F. Walters, 34, of 1138 8th Ave., was charged on Aug. 9 with second-degree criminal trespass and second-degree obstructing governmental administration. Allen D. McBride, 38, of 1939 Watt St., was charged on Aug. 9 with indecent exposure. Antonio V. Quesada, 47, no address, was charged on Aug. 9 with littering. Albert W. Woods, 39, 834 State Street, was charged on Aug. 10 with second-degree criminal trespass. Jodi L. Hocking, 44, of 83 Snowden Drive, was charged on Aug. 10 with issuing a bad check. Christopher A. Douglas, 24, of 844 Lincoln Ave., was charged on Aug. 10 with second-degree obstructing governmental administration, resisting arrest, and fi rstdegree criminal contempt. Tatiana Monserrate, 20, of 1038 Wendell Ave., was charged on Aug. 10 with petty larceny. Michelle L. Cocchione, 23, of 614 Plymouth Ave., was charged on Aug. 10 with third-degree unauthorized use of a vehicle. Gloria J. Hilts, 40, of 160 Manchester Road, was charged on Aug. 10 with dangerous dog. Jessie J. Kowalski, 18, Clifton Park, was charged on Aug. 11 with second-degree criminal contempt. Karl E. Turner, 30, of 431 Schenectady St., was charged on Aug. 11 with first-degree aggravated unlicensed operation and driving while intoxicated. Simba A. Forbes, 30, of 757 Eastern Ave., was charged on Aug. 11 with second-degree menacing. Paul A. Cleary, 39, Vancouver, Wash., was charged on Aug. 11 with aggravated driving while intoxicated. Shawn K. Atkinson, 32, of 1601 Ave. B, was charged on Aug. 11 with second-degree criminal trespass. Simba A. Forbes, 30, of 757 Eastern Ave., was charged on Aug. 11 with resisting arrest and disorderly conduct. Shantae M. Ubrich, 17, of 1 Grove Pl., was charged on Aug. 11 with second-degree menacing and seconddegree harassment. Gladys L. Pegues, 29, of 831 Bridge St., was charged on Aug. 11 with fourth-degree criminal mischief. Stephanie E. Francis, 19, 102 Duane Avenue, was charged on Aug. 12 with fourth-degree criminal mischief. Francisco L. Torres, 21, of 433 Duane Ave., was charged on Aug. 12 with criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation, third-degree assault, fourth-degree criminal mischief, petty larceny, endangering the welfare of a child, third-degree menacing, and second-degree unlawful imprisonment. Adonis L. Torres, 20, 814 Bridge Street, was charged on Aug. 13 with second-degree criminal contempt. Rashawn R. Stevenson, 27, of 36 Kelton Ave., was charged on Aug. 12 with fourth-degree criminal mischief. Elpidio M. Bonilla, 49, of 54 Alexander St., was charged on Aug. 13 with second-degree criminal contempt. Armando F. Henry, 26, of 1331 Van Vranken Ave., was charged on Aug. 13 with fi rst-degree assault, second-degree criminal possession of a weapon, fi rst-degree reckless endangerment, and second-degree menacing. Michael B. Bump, 58, of 2215 Nott St., was charged on Aug. 13 with petty larceny. Steven L. Betulia, 59, of 1875 Foster Ave., was charged on Aug. 13 with second-degree obstructing governmental administration, third-degree menacing, and second-degree harassment. Jonathan B. Blount, 19, North Ferry Street, was charged on Aug. 13 with second-degree criminal contempt and endangering the welfare of a child. Charles K. Vanness, 59, of 1213 Fourth Ave., was charged on Aug. 13 with criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation, second-degree obstructing governmental administration, and seconddegree harassment. Kendra G. Morelli, 24, Scotia, was charged on Aug. 14 with seconddegree obstructing governmental administration, resisting arrest, second-degree criminal impersonation, possession of a hypodermic instrument, and second-degree promoting prison contraband. Karin L. Jarrard, 32, Pattersonville, was charged on Aug. 14 with issuing a bad check. Meaghan Friedman, 25, of 1928 Helderberg Ave., was charged on Aug. 14 with issuing a bad check. Sarah J. Kopacki, 18, of 727 Decamp Ave., was charged on Aug. 14 with second-degree aggravated harassment.
When the INSANE are running the ASYLUM In individuals, insanity is rare; but in groups, parties, nations and epochs, it is the rule. -- Friedrich Nietzsche
“How fortunate for those in power that people never think.” Adolph Hitler
If the democraps had their way, they would round up and arrest all conservatives so they could let these animals free
"While Foreign Terrorists were plotting to murder and maim using homemade bombs in Boston, Democrap officials in Washington DC, Albany and here were busy watching ME and other law abiding American Citizens who are gun owners and taxpayers, in an effort to blame the nation's lack of security on US so that they could have a political scapegoat."
SCHENECTADY POLICE DEPARTMENT Anthony D. Paglio, 44, of 867 Eastern Ave., was charged on Aug. 23 with second-degree criminal trespass. Jennifer M. Geib, 33, of 834 State St., was charged on Aug. 23 with second-degree criminal trespass. Donna J. Stone, 49, of 49 Columbia Street, was charged on Aug. 23 with third-degree assault. Fernando Ramos, 46, Schenectady, was charged on Aug. 23 with second-degree criminal contempt and second-degree harassment. Darvell T. Elliot, 21, of 1107 Chrisler Ave., was charged on Aug. 24 with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Lance D. Green, 31, of 1346 Stanford St., was charged on Aug. 24 with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Naquan A. Dickerson, 32, of 1129 Seventh Ave., was charged on Aug. 24 with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Charles R. Drake, 44, of 1046 Webster St., was charged on Aug. 24 with second-degree harassment and driving while intoxicated. Chadwick A. Tulloch, 21, of 324 Duane Ave., was charged on Aug. 24 with fourth-degree criminal mischief and second-degree assault. Christopher M. Jones, 36, Ballston Spa, was charged on Aug. 24 with endangering the welfare of a child. Leonard A. Brown, 48, of 425 Hamilton St., was charged on Aug. 24 with third-degree assault, petty larceny, and second-degree menacing. Robert L. Mark, 41, of 1316 State St., was charged on Aug. 24 with second-degree harassment and second-degree criminal contempt. Faith A. Bertrand, 20, of 107 Union St., was charged on Aug. 24 with second-degree burglary, petty larceny, and fourth-degree criminal mischief. Megan E. West, 27, of 947 State St., was charged on Aug. 24 with third-degree assault and seconddegree possession of a forged instrument. Latisha R. Randall, 29, of 805 Stanley St., was charged on Aug. 25 with third-degree assault. William C. Cooper, 40, no address, was charged on Aug. 25 with second-degree burglary, fi rst-degree criminal contempt, and fourth-degree criminal mischief. Jacqueline M. Smalls, 49, of 1512 Van Vranken Ave., was charged on Aug. 27 with third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and third-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance. Rafael F. Ortiz, 19, of 1995 Southgate Drive, was charged on Aug. 27 with second-degree harassment and endangering the welfare of a child. Tiffany N. Almay, 21, Ballston Spa, was charged on Aug. 27 with petty larceny. Brock C. Leno, 36, of 108 Jackson Ave., was charged on Aug. 27 with disorderly conduct and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon. Gerald A. Kent, 42, of 427 Hamilton St., was charged on Aug. 28 with third-degree criminal mischief. John Rodriguez, 54, of 528 Schenectady St., was charged on Aug. 28 with driving while intoxicated. Victoria I. Nevins, 29, of 332 Georgetta Dix Plaza, was charged on Aug. 28 with third-degree assault and fourth-degree criminal mischief. Christopher L. Fields, 46, of 90 Willow Ave., was charged on Aug. 28 with second-degree criminal contempt. Ryan J. Cahill, 24, Albany, was charged on Aug. 28 with trespass and seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Star L. Moshier, 32, of 62 Robison St., was charged on Aug. 28 with prostitution. Jennifer A. Ostrander, 24, of 321 Hulett St., was charged on Aug. 28 with prostitution. Darla D. Wharry, 34, of 1006 Albany St., was charged on Aug. 28 with prostitution. William T. Braxton, 20, of 23 Elbert St., was charged on Aug. 28 with fourth-degree criminal mischief and criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation.
SCHENECTADY POLICE DEPARTMENT Terrance D. Perry, 47, of 192 Frank St., was charged on Aug. 28 with fourth-degree criminal mischief, third-degree menacing, and third-degree unauthorized use of a vehicle. Gregory D. Moore, 17, of 845 Emmett St., was charged on Aug. 28 with second-degree obstructing governmental administration and resisting arrest. Yvette M. Williams, 49, of 118 Elm St., was charged on Aug. 29 with fourth-degree criminal mischief. David P. Baglow, 23, of 1010 Van Antwerp Road, was charged on Aug. 29 with third-degree criminal trespass. Antoine F. Daniels, 32, Albany, was charged on Aug. 29 with second-degree burglary and fourthdegree criminal mischief. Luis G. Rodriguez, 23, of 1068 Wendell Ave., was charged on Aug. 29 with second-degree criminal contempt. Ronald Reape, 47, of 819 Lincoln Ave., was charged on Aug. 29 with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. James M. Jones, 27, of 421 Hulett St., was charged on Aug. 29 with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Tonya A. Daniels, 45, of 21 Eagle St., was charged on Aug. 29 with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Dennyce Kendrick, 17, no address, was charged on Aug. 29 with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Sheryl A. Davis, 48, of 1E Lincoln Heights, was charged on Aug. 29 with third-degree assault. Tito Luis Felipe Garcia, 19, of 864 Emmett St., was charged on Aug. 29 with fi rst-degree robbery. Christopher D. Nevins, 21, of 314 Georgetta Dix Plaza, was charged on Aug. 29 with fi rst-degree robbery. Aaliyah T. Norwood, 16, of 561 Summit Ave., was charged on Aug. 29 with fi rst-degree robbery. Donald A. Hall, 29, of 1623 Broadway, was charged on Aug. 29 with dangerous dog. Mark E. Rowe, 33, of 111 Brandywine Ave., was charged on Aug. 29 with first-degree aggravated unlicensed operation. Billy Mendoza-Berrios, 28, of 419 McClellan St., was charged on Aug. 30 with second-degree menacing. Stephen M. Cummins, 35, of 851 Cutler St., was charged on Aug. 30 with criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation. Katrina L. Niles, 28, of 851 Cutler St., was charged on Aug. 30 with fourth-degree criminal mischief and criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation. James J. Slater, 21, of 111 Brandywine Ave., was charged on Aug. 30 with fourth-degree criminal mischief. Patricia M. Cognetta, 44, of 19 Corlaer Ave., was charged on Aug. 30 with issuing a bad check. Michael A. McCall, 43, of 411 Paige St., was charged on Aug. 30 with possession of burglary tools and trespass. Tyron T. Boyce, 35, of 1085 Willett St., was charged on Aug. 30 with second-degree possession of a forged instrument. Christopher D. Nevins, 21, of 314 Georgetta Dix Plaza, was charged on Aug. 30 with second-degree robbery and fourth-degree grand larceny. Dennis N. Deland, 33, of 233 James St., was charged on Aug. 30 with second-degree criminal contempt. Anessa K. Urbanski, 25, Scotia, was charged on Aug. 30 with second-degree criminal contempt. Tyricke J. Walker, 16, of 816 Cleveland Ave., was charged on Aug. 30 with false personation and second-degree harassment. Patrisha L. Powell, 27, of 759 State St., was charged on Aug. 30 with fourth-degree criminal mischief and criminal contempt. Lateva F. Gaskin, 21, of 759 State St., was charged on Aug. 30 with endangering the welfare of a child. Charlene A. Goodman, 49, of 849 Hazelwood Ave., was charged on Aug. 30 with criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation and second-degree menacing. Devon O. Hosier, 46, of 1139 Parkwood Blvd., was charged on Aug. 31 with first-degree criminal contempt and second-degree harassment.
City police probe 2 incidents on State Street SCHENECTADY — City police were at the scene of two incidents on State Street on Thursday night — a reported stabbing and an assault — one of which had a portion of the busy thoroughfare closed while police investigate. The stabbing was reported just before 9 p.m. Thursday by someone who walked into the Mohawk Ambulance Service office at State and Mynderse streets, according to police spokesman Sgt. Matthew Dearing and emergency radio transmissions. Police responded to 812 State St., less than a block from the ambulance service, Dearing said. Later, though, Dearing said police were still unsure what actually happened, with police looking into the validity of the Minutes later, shortly after 9 p.m., police were called to the scene of an assault in the area of 1255 State St., Dearing said. That investigation prompted police to close State Street between Division and Elm streets as the investigation continued. Police were still on scene just after 10:30 p.m. The assault victim was taken to Ellis Hospital McClellan Campus, which is a half mile from the scene. Dearing did not have an indication on the victim’s condition.
Police say 4 broke into city residence SCHENECTADY — Four city residents face burglary charges for allegedly breaking into a residence, authorities said. Kenneth D. Sass, 21, of the City Mission, Meredith Thomas, 38, of 1602 Carrie St., Apt. 2, Patrick T. Murphy, 34, of 714 Beaver St., and Andrea Thompson, 47, of 719 Beaver St., were each charged with one count each of second-degree burglary and third-degree criminal possession of stolen property, felonies. The four are accused of breaking into a Beaver Street residence Monday evening and taking property worth more than $3,000, according to papers filed in court.
Man arrested on rape charges in city SCHENECTADY — A man was arrested this week on rape charges, according to papers filed in court. Lakeraj “Willie” Dhanraj, 52, address unavailable, was charged this week with one count each of second- and third-degree rape, along with two counts each of secondand third-degree criminal sexual act, according to papers. He is accused of committing the acts Aug. 30 in Schenectady, according to papers. Dhanraj remained held Thursday at the Schenectady County Jail on $30,000 bail.
Woman allegedly had gun illegally SCHENECTADY — A local woman stands accused of possessing a shotgun despite a previous felony conviction, authorities said. Nakia Thompson, 37, address unavailable, was charged Tuesday with one count of third-degree criminal possession of a weapon, a felony. She is accused of possessing the shotgun Tuesday evening at a Willett Street address, according to papers fi led in court. Thompson was previously convicted of first-degree robbery in Queens in 2001, records show. The new charge was filed by a state parole officer.
Woman allegedly had gun illegally SCHENECTADY — A local woman stands accused of possessing a shotgun despite a previous felony conviction, authorities said. Nakia Thompson, 37, address unavailable, was charged Tuesday with one count of third-degree criminal possession of a weapon, a felony. She is accused of possessing the shotgun Tuesday evening at a Willett Street address, according to papers fi led in court. Thompson was previously convicted of first-degree robbery in Queens in 2001, records show. The new charge was filed by a state parole officer.
funny....how did they know she had the gun?????
...you are a product of your environment, your environment is a product of your priorities, your priorities are a product of you......
The replacement of morality and conscience with law produces a deadly paradox.
STOP BEING GOOD DEMOCRATS---STOP BEING GOOD REPUBLICANS--START BEING GOOD AMERICANS
Woman charged in home break-in SCHENECTADY — A city woman stands accused of breaking into a home, authorities said. Crystal O. Bright, 23, of 192 Frank St., was charged Thursday with one count of second-degree burglary, a felony, and endangering the welfare of a child, a misdemeanor. She is accused of breaking into a Henry Street residence, damaging property and pushing down a child to try and fight a woman, according to papers filed in court.
Man arrested in stabbing SCHENECTADY — A city man has been charged with an August stabbing, authorities said. Luis R. Garcia, 21, of 841 Oakwood Ave., was charged Thursday with one count each of fi rst-degree assault and first-degree gang assault, felonies. He is accused, with the help of others, of stabbing the victim repeatedly and punching him Aug. 5 in the area of 418 Schenectady St. The victim suffered a collapsed lung and had to be hospitalized for his injuries, according to papers fi led in court. Garcia was arrested Thursday. The same day, two others were arrested and charged with misdemeanor criminal nuisance at the scene of the stabbing. The criminal nuisance charges relate to accusations the individuals occupied the front porch of the residence, “interfering with the public order as well as using illegal substances” — marijuana, according to papers. Romero Lundy, 22, of 335 Germania Ave., and Ryan Monforte, 19, of 1022 Bridge St., were charged with felony tampering with physical evidence, accused of hiding bags of marijuana from police after their arrests on the nuisance charges.
Fraudulent returns cited in man’s arrest SCHENECTADY — An alleged scheme involving more than $4,300 worth of fraudulent merchandise returns led to the arrest of a Clifton Park man. Joseph Matturro, 44, of 1 North Point, was charged Wednesday with one count of third-degree grand larceny, a felony. He is accused of creating the false merchandise returns on 26 separate dates at Advanced Auto Parts, 1701 State St., between June 10 and Sept. 4, according to papers filed in court.
Two facing drug possession charges SCHENECTADY — Two people face drug indictments in separate cases, Schenectady County District Attorney’s offi cials said. Clifford Johnson, 44, of 971 Strong St., was indicted on two counts of third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and lesser drug charges. Johnson is accused of possessing cocaine and heroin in July at Gerling Street and Van Vranken Avenue, offi cials said. Christopher Lenehan, 20, of 1355 Mudge Road, Delanson, was indicted on two counts each of third-degree criminal possession and sale of a controlled substance, as well as lesser charges. He is accused of possessing drugs in May and June in Rotterdam, offi cials said.
Arrest made in June sex assault SCHENECTADY — A city man stands accused of a June sex assault. Pradeep Gobind, 21, of Hawk Street, faces one count of thirddegree rape, a felony. He is accused of committing the act in Schenectady during the month of June, according to papers fi led in court.
Schenectady man accused of mischief SCHENECTADY — A city man is accused of damaging a car by kicking and scratching it, authorities said. Levar Townsend, 358 Georgetta Dix Blvd., was charged Thursday with one count of third-degree criminal mischief, a felony. He is accused of kicking the driver’s side door of a car on Albany Street on Aug. 28, as well as scratching the back of the car, according to papers fi led in court.
City man accused of punching child SCHENECTADY — Police arrested a city man Thursday, charging him with punching an 8-yearold boy in the stomach. Quincy R. Pittman, 32, of 1542 Foster Ave. allegedly hit the boy with a closed fist so hard that the victim was vomiting blood and required treatment at Ellis Hospital. The incident took place in late August at Pittman’s residence, according to papers fi led in court. Pittman was charged with felony second-degree assault and misdemeanor endangering the welfare of a child. He also faces a misdemeanor charge of second-degree criminal trespass and violation-level harassment for allegedly pushing his way into his ex-girlfriend’s apartment.
Church copper theft alleged to city man SCHENECTADY — A city man faces multiple charges for allegedly removing copper pipe from a church. Brian M. Hoffman, 32, of 811 Stanley St., Apt. 1 allegedly took copper drain pipes from the Higher Group Worship Church at 801 Stanley St. and sold them for scrap. During the early morning hours of Sept. 11, Hoffman is alleged to have taken copper that will cost $3,400 to replace and sold it for about $146, according to papers filed in court. He is also accused of entering the church Sept. 29 and taking copper that will cost $3,000 to replace. He also damaged the roof of the church when he took down the copper fl ashing, which will cost around $5,000 to fi x. Hoffman was charged with two counts each of third-degree grand larceny and criminal mischief and one count of criminal possession of stolen property.
Burglary, larceny incidents charged SCHENECTADY — An Albany Street resident faces burglary and grand larceny charges. Denita S. Collier, 19, of 748 Albany St. allegedly entered a residence at 221 Edward St. and took $2,265 worth of property, according to papers filed in court. Collier was charged Wednesday with felony second-degree burglary and fourth-degree grand larceny.
Jewelry heist alleged to city man GUILDERLAND — A Schenectady man faces a burglary count for allegedly breaking into a residence and taking jewelry, police said. Jeremy D. Knoblauch, 24, of 463 Shannon St., was charged Wednesday with second-degree burglary, a felony, and other counts. He is accused of breaking into the West Lydius Street residence Tuesday. Knoblauch was arrested Wednesday after police spotted a suspicious vehicle in the Crossgates Mall parking lot and spotted the jewelry, police said.
City teen accused of drug possession SCHENECTADY — Police arrested a city teenager Wednesday on drug charges. Dwayne A. White, 17, of 924 Ontario St. allegedly had cocaine in his possession in the area of 953 Crane St. He was charged two counts of criminal possession controlled substance.
City man charged in church burglary SCHENECTADY — Police arrested a city man Thursday for allegedly burglarizing a church back in May. Shawn M. Hoffman, 41, of 425 Hamilton St. allegedly entered the Tabernacle Baptist Church at 1401 State St. by smashing a basement window and damaging a door jamb inside. The total value of the damage is about $250, according to papers filed in court. He was charged with two counts of third-degree burglary and criminal mischief.
Domestic incident draws felony charge SCHENECTADY — A city teenager faces a felony charge for allegedly damaging his mother’s TV. Jared M. Giacumo, 17, of 430 Third St., Apt. 2 allegedly punched two holes in a wall and kicked the television Thursday, causing about $630 worth of damage, according to papers filed in court. He was charged with third-degree criminal mischief.
Tampering charged in drug incident SCHENECTADY — A city man is accused of trying to conceal marijuana by ripping open a bag in the back seat of a patrol car, authorities said. Steven R. Collier, 39, of 1215 Albany St., was charged early Wednesday with one count of tampering with physical evidence, a felony, along with violation-level marijuana possession. He is accused of possessing the marijuana on Albany Street, just after 2:30 a.m., then having a bag still in his possession in the back seat of the patrol car and trying to hide it by pouring some out, according to papers filed in court. Collier also was charged with fourth-degree criminal mischief and second-degree menacing in connection with a January incident, in which he is accused of breaking a table and threatening a woman.
2nd degree rape charged in city SCHENECTADY — A city man has been arrested for allegedly having sex with someone under the age of 15, authorities said. Royan R. Premchan, 21, of Elm Street, was charged Tuesday with one count of second-degree rape, a felony, and endangering the welfare of a child, a misdemeanor. The incident happened Oct. 22 in Schenectady, according to papers filed in court.
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