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Please Join The CPD And Celebrate The Retirement Of Police Officer Andrew Kelly

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Please join the Clarkstown police department and celebrate the retirement of P.O. Andrew Kelly. Officer Kelly began his distinguished career with the Clarkstown Police Department in July 2006, following an impressive service record with the United States Marine Corps. In addition to his military service, he has been a licensed paramedic with New York State and served with the Greenwich Police Department.
Throughout his career, Officer Kelly exemplified leadership and dedication. As a member of the Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) and a skilled police sniper, he showed extraordinary commitment to keeping his fellow officers and the community safe. Additionally, Officer Kelly played a pivotal role as a drill instructor at the Rockland County Police Academy for 10 years, shaping the future of law enforcement by instilling discipline, integrity, and leadership in recruits.
Officer Kelly’s passion for serving the community extended to the Street Crime Unit, working tirelessly to protect and serve. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Officer Kelly is also an avid Ironman and ultra runner, as well as a talented bagpiper with the Rockland County Police Emerald Society.
Please join us in thanking Officer Andrew Kelly for his exceptional service and wishing him the very best in this well earned next chapter.

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Tragedy in Orange County: A 50-year-old dad and his two young sons die in house fire

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ORANGE COUNTY, NY – Tragedy in Orange County: A 50-year-old dad and his two young sons died in a house fire on Saturday night on Pulaski Highway in Goshen, located in Orange County, NY.

Both sons were nonverbal and had autism, according to News 12.

State police said emergency crews arrived at the fire just after 8 p.m. and found the home completely engulfed in flames. One neighbor said he saw about 30 trucks that were filled with responders.

Our deepest condolences to family and friends of the deceased and please keep them in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

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Haverstraw Police Detective Michael Cruger Retires After 30 Years of Law Enforcement Service

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May 31, 2025

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HAVERSTRAW, NY — The Haverstraw Police Department proudly honored Detective Michael Cruger, who is retiring after a distinguished 20-year career with the department and an impressive 30 years of total service in law enforcement.

Detective Cruger has earned admiration and respect for his exceptional investigative work, professionalism, and unwavering dedication to the safety of the Haverstraw community. He is known for his mentorship and leadership, Cruger played a pivotal role in training and guiding new investigators throughout his career.

Before joining the department, Cruger served for a decade as a Correctional Officer at Sing Sing Correctional Facility, where he was also a member of the elite Correctional Emergency Response Team (CERT). In 2005, he transitioned to the Haverstraw Police Department, where he began as a patrol officer and later served as a Field Training Officer—demonstrating excellence and a commitment to fostering the next generation of officers.

In 2013, he was promoted to Detective, leading numerous high-profile investigations and becoming a trusted figure in the community. His reputation for being meticulous, ethical, and compassionate earned him the respect of both colleagues and residents alike.

As Detective Cruger embarks on a well-earned retirement, the Town of Haverstraw and the entire Rockland County community extend their deepest gratitude for his service and wish him continued success in the next chapter of his life.

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