Police/Fire/EMS

Fatal Crash on NYS Thruway Near Exit 13 in Nanuet: Ramapo Man Killed

Published

10 months ago

August 11, 2025

NANUET, NY (August 11, 2025) — New York State Police are investigating a fatal two-car collision that occurred in the early morning hours on Interstate 87 northbound, near Exit 13 in Nanuet, located within the town of Clarkstown.

At approximately 12:39 a.m., troopers from the State Police barracks in Tarrytown responded to the scene. According to the preliminary investigation, a 2009 Nissan was disabled on the right shoulder and partially in the travel lane for unknown reasons. The vehicle’s lights were off at the time of the incident.

A 2014 Ford traveling northbound in the same lane struck the rear of the Nissan. The force of the collision caused both vehicles to spin across all lanes of traffic before coming to rest against the median on the left shoulder.

The driver of the Nissan, identified as Steven Redner, 47, of Tallman, NY, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The driver of the Ford, a 25-year-old male from Elmsford, NY, received emergency treatment at the scene from Nanuet EMS before being transported to Westchester Medical Center with life-threatening injuries.

Nanuet EMS and the Nanuet Fire Department assisted State Police at the scene. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Photo credit: Ramapo Buffs

Police/Fire/EMS

Clarkstown Police Department Promotes Matt Sheehy to Lieutenant

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2 days ago

May 28, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

The Clarkstown Police Department has announced the promotion of Sgt. Matt Sheehy to the rank of lieutenant.

Lt. Sheehy most recently served as the department’s Administrative Sergeant and has held several leadership and specialized assignments throughout his career with the department.

According to the Clarkstown Police Department, Sheehy has served as a member of the Honor Guard, participated in the Field Training Officer (FTO) program, supervised the department’s Bike Unit, and worked as a police academy instructor.

He has also been active in law enforcement advocacy and labor organizations, serving as an executive board member of the Rockland County PBA and as a committee member for the Clarkstown Police Department PBA.

Department officials said Lt. Sheehy will now be assigned to the Patrol Division, where he will continue serving the Clarkstown community.

The department congratulated Sheehy on his promotion, calling it well deserved and recognizing his years of dedication and professionalism in law enforcement.

Police/Fire/EMS

Haverstraw Police Officers, EMT Honored After Hudson River Rescue Saves Man’s Life

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2 days ago

May 28, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Two Haverstraw police officers and an off-duty EMT were recognized this week for their heroic actions in rescuing an unconscious man from the Hudson River last summer.

According to the Haverstraw Police Department, Officer Matthew Mancuso, Officer Cassandra Marrero, and off-duty EMT Stephanie Torres responded to an emergency at Emeline Park in August 2025 involving a 52-year-old man who had become unresponsive in the water.

Authorities said the victim was located approximately 100 feet from the shoreline when the rescue effort began. Mancuso, Marrero, and Torres entered the Hudson River, reached the unconscious man, and pulled him safely back to shore.

Once on land, the trio immediately began CPR and other lifesaving measures, successfully restoring the man’s pulse before emergency medical crews transported him to a local hospital for further evaluation. Officials confirmed the man survived the incident.

This week, the three rescuers were formally recognized by John Gould Jr. for their quick response, bravery, and coordinated efforts that helped save the man’s life.

Officials praised the actions of both on-duty responders and civilians who work together during emergencies, noting that the rescue demonstrated exceptional courage and teamwork under pressure.