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Chaverim of Rockland Member Saves 6-Month-Old Locked In Scorching Car in Spring Valley

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SPRING VALLEY, NY – A 6-month-old girl is lucky to be alive after being rescued by a member of the volunteer organization, Chaverim of Rockland, who were in the area where she was inadvertently left in a hot vehicle.

The incident unfolded on Sunday afternoon, when a the member of Chaverim observed a commotion near a vehicle on Homer Lee Avenue. Approaching the scene, the unit was quickly apprised of the situation: a baby girl was locked inside a vehicle for at least twenty minutes and was sweating profusely in the extreme temperatures.

The Chaverim unit requested additional units from headquarters, which had additional volunteers respond to the scene within a minute. Moments later, the vehicle’s door was open and the child was taken out – conscious and alert, but suffering from dehydration and the effects of the heat.

The Spring Valley Police, Spring Hill EMS and Rockland paramedics were called to the scene, who quickly administered treatment and transported the baby to Nyack Hospital for evaluation.

Reporting by the Monsey Scoop

https://monseyscoop.com/heroes-chaverim-of-rockland-saves-6-month-old-locked-in-scorching-car/

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Fallen NYPD Officer Michael J. Buczek Commemorated in Ceremony Attended by Law Enforcement and Community Leaders

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On October 18, 1988, NYPD Police Officer Michael Buczek of the 34 Pct. was shot and killed when he and his partner attempted to arrest two suspects on a drug charge in an apartment building at 580 West 161st Street in Washington Heights. One of the suspects shot Officer Buczek while attempting to run from the scene.
The three suspects fled to the Dominican Republic where one later died in police custody and a second was apprehended by the United States Marshals in 2000. The third suspect was apprehended in the Dominican Republic in May 2002. On June 19th, 2003, two of the suspects were sentenced to 25 years to life in prison.
Today, the NYC Police Benevolent Association, Rockland County PBA, Orangetown PBA, and the Rockland County Shields honored Officer Buczek with a plaque that was presented to the Buczek Family at their family owned Dunkin’ in Pearl River, NY. Law enforcement from across Rockland County, members from the NYPD, County Exec Ed Day, (Ret. NYPD), Sheriff Lou Falco, and Supervisors Jim Monaghan (Ret. NYPD) and Teresa Kenny attended the ceremony. The room was completely packed with people having to observe from the outside.
The common message was – we will never forget NYPD PO Michael J. Buczek.

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Ramapo Police Officer Stops Reckless Moped Rider, Faces Multiple Violations

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Frustrated by mopeds and e-bikes weaving through traffic like the rules don’t apply? You’re not alone.

This morning, a Ramapo officer observed a Honda ADV150 moped dangerously cutting off vehicles and weaving between lanes on Airmont Road near North DeBaun Avenue. The 25-year-old operator had no license plates and couldn’t provide proof of insurance. The vehicle was immediately towed, and multiple summonses were issued.

But tickets are just the beginning. True accountability happens in court. This case is now before the  Village of Airmont Justice Court.

We’re committed to making our roads safer—every day, for everyone. Drive responsibly, and know we’re out there doing our part to keep our community safe.

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