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Clarkstown Police Department Issues a Scam Alert

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New City, NY – A homeowner has reported to us that several people have come to her home expecting to receive items they “purchased” on Facebook over the past few days. These individuals have all stated that they prepaid via Zelle for the items. These listings have been placed in local community groups making them seem more legitimate, consumers should do their best to verify all listings prior to making any purchases online. Below we have listed several red flags you should be aware of when purchasing items online.
Facebook Marketplace Scam Red Flags
Scammers prey on your emotions to make you think you’ll be missing out on a great sale or amazing deal if you don’t follow through on their rules. This emotional response is the basis of social engineering attacks, and they rely on you acting quickly rather than taking time to investigate. If you encounter any of these while buying or selling, it’s best to abandon the transaction:
-Low prices for what should be high-ticket items
-Refusing to meet up in person for exchanges
-Moving conversations outside of Facebook Messenger
-Asking for payment in the form of a gift card
-Requesting deposits on items before receiving them
-Asking for items to be shipped before payment is received
-Buyers providing a prepaid shipping label
-Buyers overpaying then asking for a refund of the difference
-Transactors without a profile picture
-Requests for your personal phone number or other information

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Ramapo Police Officers Arrest 19 Individuals Over The Weekend From DUI to Domestic Violence

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March 25, 2025

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This past weekend, your Ramapo officers were hard at work, making 19 arrests throughout the Town. The breakdown includes:
• 10 arrests for suspended licenses or registrations
• 2 arrests on warrants
• 2 arrests for drunk driving, including one with a child in the car
• 1 arrest for open container
• 1 arrest for a forged inspection sticker
• 2 domestic-related assaults with child endangerment
• 1 arrest for domestic-related criminal mischief
All individuals arrested have been processed and cases handed off to the next step in the criminal justice system. It is important to note that a criminal complaint is an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

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Haverstraw Police Department Arrest Woman For Prostitution and Unlicensed Massage Operation

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March 25, 2025

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On March 21, 2025, the Haverstraw Police Department, in cooperation with the New York State Police, carried out a joint operation at Solace Springs Spa, located at 242 N. Route 9W Unit F in Haverstraw, New York, after receiving allegations of prostitution at the establishment. The investigation led to the arrest of Zongying Zhang, 45, from Queens, New York. Zhang faces charges of Prostitution (a Class B Misdemeanor) and Unauthorized Practice of a Profession (a Class E Felony). It is claimed that Zhang solicited an undercover investigator for sexual services in exchange for payment and provided a massage without the required professional license under New York State law. As a result, the Village of Haverstraw Building Department revoked the spa’s Certificate of Occupancy, effectively closing the business. Zhang was released on an appearance ticket and is set to appear in the Village of Haverstraw Justice Court.
It is important to note that a criminal complaint is an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

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