Connect with us

Police/Fire/EMS

8-Year-Old Dies After Boat Capsizes By Haverstraw Bay Park

Published

6 years ago

on

Photo by Rockland Fires

HAVERSTRAW, NY – At approximately 1:30 pm today, police received a call about the boat in distress by the Haverstraw Bay Park. 

According to authorities, seven people were on the boat at the time, including the 8 year-year-old boy. The boy who was wearing a life vest, went missing for some time before being rescued. CPR was immediately preformed and transported to the Nyack Hospital. He would be pronounced dead  at the hospital. 

The 8-year-old boy has been identified as Yosef Goldman. He was the Great-Grandchild Of Skverer Rebbe from New Square (Rockland County.) A ceremony (levaya) will be held before Shabbos.

County Executive Day commented on the tragedy, “The death of any child is both an unspeakable horror and a family’s worst nightmare. The entire community of Rockland expresses its deepest regrets and condolences for the family of this young boy. May God bless him and his family.”

Via Thiells Fire Department

News 12 Reporting

Related Topics:
Continue Reading
Advertisement

Police/Fire/EMS

Hillcrest Fire Company Rescues Trapped Driver After Serious Two-Vehicle Crash on Palisades Parkway South

Published

8 hours ago

on

May 16, 2025

By

ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY — At 6:54 AM on May 15, 2025, the Hillcrest Fire Company was dispatched to the scene of a serious two-vehicle accident on the Palisades Parkway South, prompting a swift and coordinated emergency response.

Upon arrival, Chief Bowers (6-1) found one of the vehicles—an SUV overturned and off the roadway, resting on its side in the wooded area. The driver of the SUV was trapped inside the vehicle, requiring immediate extrication efforts.

Firefighters from 6-Squad and 6-Rescue quickly moved into action. They worked to stabilize the overturned SUV and then utilized hydraulic tools to cut off the vehicle’s roof in order to safely remove the trapped occupant. The operation required precision and teamwork, with responders working diligently under challenging conditions.

The successful extrication was a testament to the skill and preparedness of the Hillcrest Fire Company crews. The condition of the driver has not been officially released, and the cause of the accident is currently under investigation by local authorities.

This incident highlights the critical role of Rockland County emergency services in responding to life-threatening situations on local highways, including the frequently traveled Palisades Parkway. Motorists are reminded to drive safely and remain alert, especially during early morning hours when visibility may be reduced.

Continue Reading

Police/Fire/EMS

Clarkstown Police Stand in Honor of the Fallen During National Police Week

Published

2 days ago

on

May 15, 2025

By

Washington, D.C. — Today, on National Peace Officers Memorial Day (May 15), the Clarkstown Police Department proudly honors the brave men and women who gave their lives in the line of duty. Signed into law by President John F. Kennedy in 1962, this solemn day is the centerpiece of National Police Week, when thousands of law enforcement officers gather in the nation’s capital to remember and reflect.

Among those standing in tribute this year, the Clarkstown Police Department Honor Guard took part in the National Emerald Society Memorial Service, presenting the colors with precision and dignity.

“It is a solemn privilege to pay tribute to our fallen heroes, honoring their sacrifice and dedication to keeping our communities safe,” the department said in a statement.

National Police Week serves as a powerful reminder of the risks officers take each day in service to their communities. Clarkstown’s participation in the week’s events reflects the department’s deep respect for those who have fallen — and its commitment to upholding their legacy of duty, courage, and service.

Continue Reading

Trending