Police Blotter: May 17, 2026 to May 23, 2026
Posted on: June 24, 2026 - 3:54pm
A selection of incidents from the police blotter of the Croton-on-Hudson Police Department. Please note that the below information is public record and does not constitute all calls received by the department during this period.
Date/Time: 5/17/2026 5:31pm
Location: Route 9 North
Call Type: Erratic Driver Complaint
Narrative: Officers responded to a report of an erratic motorcycle operation. Police checked the area but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Date/Time: 5/17–18/2026
Location: Village Wide
Call Type: Noise Complaints
Narrative: Police received numerous complaints regarding loud music and heavy bass being heard throughout multiple areas of the Village. Officers canvassed several locations and coordinated with neighboring law enforcement agencies. The source was believed to be outside the Village and may have originated from a vessel on the Hudson River. The noise eventually ceased and no violations were observed within the Village.
Date/Time: 5/19/2026 3:47pm
Location: South Riverside Avenue
Call Type: Property Damage Complaint
Narrative: Police investigated a report of damaged property. A report was completed and supporting documentation was obtained.
Date/Time: 5/19/2026 4:48pm
Call Type: Hazardous Condition
Location: Cleveland Drive
Narrative: Officers responded to a report of a tree obstruction in the roadway. The Department of Public Works responded and removed the obstruction.
Narrative: Officers responded to a report of a tree obstruction in the roadway. The Department of Public Works responded and removed the obstruction.
Date/Time: 5/19/2026 7:29pm
Call Type: Hazardous Condition
Location: Route 9 North
Narrative: Police responded to a report of debris in the roadway. Officers removed the debris from the travel lane and notified the New York State Department of Transportation.
Date/Time: 5/19/2026 8:38pm
Location: South Riverside Avenue
Call Type: Graffiti Complaint
Narrative: Officers responded to a report of individuals marking a light pole with a marker. The involved parties were identified and the property owner declined to pursue criminal charges. The responsible party agreed to remove the markings.
Narrative: Officers responded to a report of individuals marking a light pole with a marker. The involved parties were identified and the property owner declined to pursue criminal charges. The responsible party agreed to remove the markings.
Date/Time: 5/20/2026 10:43am
Location: South Riverside Avenue
Call Type: Suspicious Persons
Narrative: Police received a report of two individuals lingering near a childcare facility. Officers located the individuals nearby, determined no criminal activity had occurred, and advised them to leave the area.
Date/Time: 5/20/2026 11:00am
Location: Brook Street
Call Type: Traffic Complaint
Narrative: Police responded to a complaint regarding tree work obstructing traffic and being conducted without proper traffic control measures. Officers addressed the issue and the condition was corrected.
Narrative: Police responded to a complaint regarding tree work obstructing traffic and being conducted without proper traffic control measures. Officers addressed the issue and the condition was corrected.
Date/Time: 5/20/2026 5:19pm
Location: Cleveland Drive
Call Type: Hazardous Condition
Narrative: Officers responded to a report of a large tree branch obstructing the roadway. The branch was removed and the roadway was cleared.
Narrative: Officers responded to a report of a large tree branch obstructing the roadway. The branch was removed and the roadway was cleared.
Date/Time: 5/20/2026 7:23pm
Call Type: Larceny Investigation
Location: South Riverside Avenue
Narrative: A resident reported a stolen cellular phone. Officers gathered information and completed a report. The investigation remains ongoing.
Narrative: A resident reported a stolen cellular phone. Officers gathered information and completed a report. The investigation remains ongoing.
Date/Time: 5/21/2026 6:44pm
Location: Glengary Road
Call Type: Larceny Investigation
Narrative: Police received a report of a larceny. Officers responded, gathered information, and initiated an investigation.
Date/Time: 5/21/2026 7:52pm
Location: Mount Green Road
Call Type: Fire Investigation
Call Type: Fire Investigation
Narrative: Officers and firefighters responded to a report of smoke in a basement. Investigation determined the source was an electrical fire involving a washing machine. The scene was turned over to the Fire Department.
Date/Time: 5/22/2026 7:34am
Location: North Riverside Avenue
Location: North Riverside Avenue
Call Type: Noise Complaint
Narrative: Police received a report of loud popping noises that were believed to be gunshots. Officers canvassed the area but were unable to locate the source of the sounds. No evidence of criminal activity was found.
Date/Time: 5/23/2026 9:20am
Location: Grand Street
Call Type: Parking Complaint
Narrative: Officers responded to a complaint regarding a vehicle believed to be improperly parked. Investigation determined the vehicle was legally parked and no enforcement action was required.
Date/Time: 5/23/2026 4:40pm
Location: Arrowcrest Drive
Call Type: Hazardous Condition
Narrative: Police responded to a report of a tree blocking the roadway. Officers determined the obstruction could not be safely removed and notified the Department of Public Works, which responded to address the condition.
Date/Time: 5/23/2026 6:00pm
Location: South Riverside Avenue
Call Type: Suspicious Incident
Call Type: Suspicious Incident
Narrative: Police responded to a report concerning a child left unattended inside a vehicle. Officers investigated and determined the child's parents were present with the child. No further police action was required.
Date/Time: 5/23/2026 11:38pm
Location: Half Moon Bay
Call Type: Noise Complaint
Narrative: Police responded to a complaint regarding loud noise. Officers located the involved parties and advised them of the complaint. The condition was corrected.