Crime

Clarkstown PD provide update on investigation into Palisades Mall fight

Published

8 years ago

April 15, 2019

(From the Clarkstown Police Department) – Stemming from the ongoing investigation into this incident, the Clarkstown Police Department charged Sharean McDonald, 35, of Nyack with petit larceny (misdemeanor). She was issued an appearance ticket and will return to Clarkstown Justice Court at a later date. Any of the juveniles that are charged with the assault of the 2 male juvenile victims will be referred to Rockland County Family Court. Their names will not be released. Updated 4:00 pm

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The Clarkstown Police Juvenile Aid Bureau is currently investigating an incident that occurred at the Palisades Center Mall on Saturday April 13, 2019 at approximately 4:30 pm. The incident included numerous juveniles and a female adult. At this point in the investigation, the incident stems from an ongoing issue of stolen sneakers. The detectives have identified and interviewed the adult female that was pictured on various social media sites. A determination will be made as to charges being filed against the adult female for larceny of a cell phone.

There were 2 male victims that were both transported to Nyack ER for non-life threatening injuries. They were treated and released from the hospital. Both male victims were juveniles and their parents have been updated on the investigation.

For Clarification: The 2 male juvenile victims were not involved in the issue of stolen sneakers. They appear to be falsely identified by the group that engaged in the assault. The Clarkstown Police Department apologizes for any misunderstanding this may have caused.

The detectives are working with our School Resource Officers to identify the other participants in this incident. If you have any information on this incident please call the Clarkstown Police Juvenile Aid Bureau at 845-639-5835.

Crime

Victor Romero Indicted on Second-Degree Murder Charge in Koran Irvine Shooting

Published

1 week ago

October 27, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

A grand jury in Lower Manhattan indicted former NYPD detective Victor Romero on a second-degree murder charge Tuesday afternoon, upgrading the charge from manslaughter as the investigation into a fatal shooting continues.

Romero, a Haverstraw resident, was seen publicly for the first time Tuesday as he arrived at a Lower Manhattan courthouse in connection with the fatal shooting of Koran Irvine on the George Washington Bridge. He later left the courthouse following a brief court appearance.

The indictment marks a significant development in the case against Romero, who was initially charged with murder before being arraigned last week on a reduced charge of first-degree manslaughter.

Romero posted $1 million bail and remains free while the case proceeds through the court system.

Source: ABC 7 NY

Crime

Haverstraw Police Officer Run Over During Pursuit; 3 Officers Injured

Published

1 week ago

October 26, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

October 26, 2026 — Three Haverstraw police officers were injured after a suspect allegedly struck and ran over an officer while fleeing police during a response to a reported attempted break-in on October 23, according to the Haverstraw Police Department.

Police said officers responded to a residence in the Village of Haverstraw at approximately 4:41 p.m. for a report of a disorderly male attempting to break into a residence.

Responding officers located a vehicle matching the description provided. As officers gave the driver verbal commands to exit the vehicle, the suspect allegedly accelerated directly toward an officer, striking and running over the officer before fleeing the scene.

The suspect then led officers on a pursuit southbound along Route 9W into Clarkstown before turning northbound toward Haverstraw, police said.

The pursuit ended after the suspect allegedly crashed into a Haverstraw Police Department vehicle occupied by police personnel. The suspect was subsequently taken into custody.

Three Haverstraw police officers were transported to local hospitals for treatment of injuries sustained during the incident. The suspect, identified as Isaac Catedral, 24, of Haverstraw, was also transported to a local hospital for medical evaluation.

Suspect Faces Multiple Charges

According to police, Catedral faces the following charges:

Aggravated Attempted Murder
Assault in the Second Degree
Assault in the Third Degree
Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree
Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree
Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Fourth Degree

Catedral was arraigned on the morning of October 26 in the Village of Haverstraw Justice Court and remanded to the Rockland County Correctional Facility.

Multiple Agencies Assist

The Haverstraw Police Department received assistance from the Stony Point Police Department, Rockland County Sheriff’s Office, Clarkstown Police Department, New York State Police, and Ramapo Police Department.

The incident remains a serious reminder of the dangers police officers face while responding to emergency calls and attempting to apprehend suspects.

Legal Notice: A criminal complaint is an accusation. The defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.