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Barricaded Subject in Suffern’s Knolls Area Prompts Major Police Response; Residents Ordered to Shelter in Place

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BREAKING: Barricaded Subject Incident in Suffern’s Knolls Area; SWAT and Multiple Agencies Respond, Residents Told to Shelter in Place

Suffern, NY — A heavy police presence, including the Suffern Police Department, Rockland County REACT (SWAT), and other law enforcement agencies, is currently responding to a barricaded subject incident in the Knolls at Ramapough housing development.

According to Mayor Curley, a young male is barricaded alone in a room of his home on Kensico Court. No one else is inside. The area has been secured, and authorities are working to bring the situation to a peaceful resolution.

📢 Public Instructions:

  • Residents of the Knolls: Follow all police instructions. You may be allowed to enter your neighborhood.

  • Residents of Kensico Court: If you are home, stay inside your unit. If you are not home, stay away from the area.

  • All others: Shelter in place and avoid the area entirely until further notice.

The Mayor emphasized the top priority is the safety of the individual, residents, and officers. Additional agencies have been called in to ensure the situation remains under control.

📸 Photos via Monsey Scoop
📰 Stay tuned to the Rockland Report for real-time updates on this developing story.

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Haverstraw Police Continue Search for Fugitive Wanted in 2012 Murder of Tammy Palmer

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The Town of Haverstraw Police Department continues its efforts to locate Eugene Palmer, who remains wanted in connection with the 2012 murder of Tammy Palmer.

According to investigators, Eugene Palmer is accused of ambushing Tammy Palmer, the mother of his grandchildren, as she walked up her driveway and fatally shooting her. Following the incident, Palmer fled and has remained a fugitive for more than a decade.

The Town of Haverstraw Police Department, working in partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the United States Marshals Service, has continued to actively investigate the case and pursue leads regarding Palmer’s whereabouts.

Law enforcement officials emphasize that they have not forgotten this case and remain committed to bringing Palmer to justice. Investigators are also seeking information regarding anyone who may have assisted him in avoiding capture.

Anyone with information regarding the location of Eugene Palmer or individuals who may be helping him evade law enforcement is urged to contact the Haverstraw Police Department Detective Bureau at 845-942-3730 or their local FBI office.

Authorities encourage anyone with information, no matter how minor it may seem, to come forward.

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Monsey Man Arrested After Alleged Assault and Disturbance at Ramapo 7-Eleven

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A 31-year-old Monsey man was arrested after an incident at a 7-Eleven on College Road escalated from a disorderly conduct complaint into an alleged attempted assault on a police officer, according to the Ramapo Police Department.

Police said officers responded to the convenience store at approximately 8:45 p.m. following reports of an intoxicated and disorderly man inside the business. Upon arrival, officers recognized the suspect from previous incidents at the location and noted that he had previously been issued a trespass warning for the store.

During their investigation, officers learned the suspect had allegedly slapped a 15-year-old male while inside the store.

Authorities said the situation quickly intensified while officers were handling the incident. According to police, the suspect suddenly swung at the back of an officer’s head during the investigation. A backup officer intervened before the punch connected, helping officers bring the suspect under control without injuries.

The suspect was taken into custody and charged with attempted assault in the third degree, endangering the welfare of a child, obstructing governmental administration, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct, and trespass.

Police said the suspect was processed and later released to a responsible party.

No injuries were reported among officers, civilians, or the suspect.

In a statement following the incident, the Ramapo Police Department said the case serves as a reminder that even seemingly routine calls can escalate rapidly and unpredictably.

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