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CPD Would Like To Remind Everyone Of The Dangers Of Leaving Children Or Pets In Hot Vehicles

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On July 16, 2024, at approximately 2:15 p.m., the Clarkstown Police Department received a call stating that a young child had been locked in a vehicle on a day when temperatures reached 98 degrees at Costco, 50 Overlook Blvd., in Nanuet.
The first arriving officer came upon the vehicle, where he was met by the father, who stated his son was locked in his vehicle. The officer, observing the child in the back seat and, at this time, not being able to determine how long the child was in the car, took immediate action and broke the vehicle window. The child was alert and conscious when he was removed from the vehicle. In doing so, he was able to safely remove the child, who was then quickly turned over to Nanuet Community Ambulance and Rockland Paramedic personnel that were on scene. The child was then transported to Montefiore Nyack Hospital for further evaluation. The child was inside the vehicle for approximately 15 minutes prior to being rescued.
Upon further investigation by the officer, it was determined that the father had returned to his vehicle to retrieve his wallet. While doing so, he placed the child in the backseat while he searched the trunk. The father closed the trunk and quickly realized that he had locked his son inside the vehicle. After futile attempts to gain entry to the vehicle, he ran to get help. We would like to thank all of the bystanders on scene, who offered assistance during this event. There was deemed to be no criminality in this incident.
The Clarkstown Police Department would like to remind everyone of the dangers of leaving children or pets in hot vehicles. On warm days, the temperature inside a car can rise by 20 degrees Fahrenheit in just 10 minutes, and children can heat up 3 to 5 times faster than adults, making them particularly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. In 2021, 23 children tragically lost their lives due to heat-related deaths in vehicles in the U.S. Pets, too, face serious health risks from heat exhaustion. Please help keep our community safe by never leaving children or pets alone in vehicles, even for a short time, and if you see someone in distress, contact emergency personnel immediately.

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Rockland County Police Emerald Society Pipes & Drums Band Will Host An Information Session April 9th

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March 18, 2025

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The Rockland County Police Emerald Society Pipes & Drums Band is actively seeking individuals interested in learning to play the bagpipes or drums. An informational session is scheduled for Wednesday, April 9, at 6 PM. This meeting is open to current and former law enforcement personnel who are considering joining the band.

If you are unable to attend the informational session but are still interested in learning more, you can reach out to the band through their Facebook page. They encourage individuals to contact them for additional information and to express interest in joining.

For a glimpse of the band’s performances and activities, you might find this video insightful:

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Woman Rescued After Falling 20 Feet on Torne Valley Hiking Trail in Rockland County

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A woman is recovering after falling 20 feet from the Torn Valley hiking trail in Rockland County on Friday evening. The Spring Hill Community Ambulance Corps responded around 6 p.m., with police and fire crews joining them. They found the 40-year-old woman suffering from a compound fracture and severe pain. Paramedics administered an IV and gave her fentanyl for pain relief before helping her up. She was then placed on a gurney, carried out of the woods in stable condition, and transported to Hackensack Hospital for further treatment. The Torne Trail runs through Bear Mountain and Harriman State Parks.

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