Police/Fire/EMS

Jewish Community Leaders Conduct Countywide Police Appreciation Tour in Rockland County

Published

6 years ago

May 20, 2020

ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – This past week the Simon Wiesenthal Center, Jewish Federation and Foundation of Rockland County, and police chaplain David Heskiel joined together by bringing pastries and sponsoring meals to each of the five police departments located in Rockland County.

The group was welcomed by each of the departments including Rockland County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police Troop F, and the Ramapo, Haverstraw and Clarkstown police departments

During these most difficult of times, the delegation of Jewish communal organizations believed it necessary and appropriate to demonstrate to local law enforcement recognition our valued partnership in combating hate and appreciation for the sacrifices made every day in protecting the Rockland County community.

“No words seem adequate enough to express our gratitude and admiration for the brave woman and men who run towards danger to selflessly save others,” said Steve Gold, Co-President of Federation and Foundation of Rockland County.

“Rockland County has not only been an epicenter for the pandemic, but it has been simultaneously a focal point of the age-old virus of anti-Semitism. The Jewish community in Rockland County has had a real need for protection and the law enforcement agencies that we visited all deserve our gratitude for their efforts, their sacrifices, putting themselves in harm’s way for our benefit,” said Michael Cohen, Eastern Director of the Simon Wiesenthal Center.

The pastries were generously donated by Rivkie Feiner of Universal Communications Network in conjunction with Rabbi Yisroel Kahan and Hava Java. The meals were donated by Mr. Heskiel, a member of the Jewish Federation and Foundation of Rockland Community Relations Council and by Chickies – www.chickiesfood.com – owner Rafi Trietel.

Police/Fire/EMS

Unidentified Man Found Dead in Spring Valley; Ramapo Police Investigating

Published

2 days ago

April 19, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

SPRING VALLEY, NY — Authorities are investigating after a man was found dead early Saturday morning in the Town of Ramapo.

According to the Ramapo Police Department, officers responded around 7:15 a.m. on April 18, 2026, to a report of a deceased individual near Park Avenue in Spring Valley. At the scene, officers discovered the body of an unidentified male, believed to be between 27 and 34 years old, beneath a parked truck. Police say there is currently no indication that the vehicle itself was involved in the incident.

Preliminary findings suggest the death did not occur immediately prior to the discovery. The circumstances remain unclear and are under active investigation.

The department’s Investigations Unit, along with crash investigators and accident reconstruction teams, responded to the scene and are working to determine what happened. Authorities are also pursuing leads to identify the individual.

The Ramapo Police Department is coordinating with the Spring Valley Police Department, and the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office as the investigation continues.

Officials emphasized that there is no known threat to the public at this time. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

Police/Fire/EMS

Suffern Police Check ATMs for Skimmers, Report No Threats Detected

Published

1 week ago

April 11, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

The Suffern Police Department Detective Bureau, in partnership with the Rockland County Intelligence Center, recently conducted a proactive sweep of 35 local businesses to check for ATM and credit card skimming devices. No devices were detected.

Skimming devices are illegal tools used by criminals to capture payment card information during legitimate transactions—often without the victim’s knowledge. This stolen data can then be used to commit fraud and identity theft.

Proactive enforcement efforts like this play a critical role in safeguarding the community by preventing financial crimes before they occur and protecting both residents and local businesses. The Suffern Police Department remains committed to staying ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the continued safety and security of the community.