SPRING VALLEY, NY – On Thursday morning at approximately 10 am video shared with the Rockland Report shows agents from ICE at multiple locations in the the Village of Spring Valley. At this time, we have no information on if any individuals have been arrested and will update this article when more information is available.

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SUFFERN, NY – At the Village of Suffern Board Meeting on May 15, 2025, Mayor Michael Curley and the Village Board announced the promotions of Sergeant Andrew Yorke to Detective Sergeant and Police Officer Julio Veras to Detective, recognizing both men for their exceptional service, skill, and dedication to public safety.

These promotions mark significant milestones in the officers’ careers and reflect their outstanding contributions to the Suffern Police Department and the broader Rockland County law enforcement community.

Detective Sergeant Andrew Yorke

Detective Sergeant Yorke has been a member of the Suffern Police Department Detective Bureau for the last five years, and has been key to the successful investigation of burglaries, robberies, and a number of other significant cases. He is also an investigator with the Rockland County Intelligence Center, where he has been critical to a number of countywide investigative efforts. DSgt Yorke is a graduate of the prestigious NYPD Homicide Investigators Course, and holds a bachelors degree in Criminology & Investigations from West Virginia University. Sgt Yorke also serves as an investigator with the Rockland County Intelligence Center, where his efforts have been instrumental in advancing complex countywide investigations. Yorke is a graduate of the elite NYPD Homicide Investigators Course and holds a bachelor’s degree in Criminology & Investigations from West Virginia University.

Detective Julio Veras

Detective Veras has been employed by the Suffern Police Department since 2021. Prior to his employment with Suffern, he worked for the New York City Police Department, where he earned an assignment with the Strategic Response Group. He is a SWAT operator with the Rockland County REACT team. Detective Veras holds a bachelors degree in Forensic Science from CUNY John Jay.

The Village of Suffern celebrates the achievements of these two outstanding officers and recognizes their ongoing dedication to protecting and serving the community with professionalism and integrity.

“We are proud to acknowledge the exemplary service of Detective Sergeant Yorke and Detective Veras,” said Mayor Curley. “Their promotions are well-deserved and represent the high standards of the Suffern Police Department.”