Crime

Driver in Thiells Mt Ivy Road Hit & Run ID’d, Facing Multiple Charges

Published

1 year ago

February 10, 2024

HAVERSTRAW, NY – The Town of Haverstraw Detective Bureau concluded its investigation into the fatal hit and run motor vehicle accident that occurred on Thiells Mt Ivy Road during the early morning hours of January 26, 2024. It was concluded that the victim was struck by 2 vehicles. One vehicle stopped at the scene and called 911 reporting the incident and requested medical personnel to the scene. The other vehicle fled that scene southbound on Thiells Mt Ivy Road. The investigation was able to identify the second vehicle by specific vehicle parts recovered at the scene and the driver was identified as Rosana PelaezDipaolo 25 years old of Pomona, NY.

PelaezDipaolo was arraigned on the below listed charges in the Town of Haverstraw Justice Court and Released on her own Recognizance.

VTL 600 (2(a)) Leaving the scene of an accident – Involving a Death D-Felony
VTL 511 (3(a)(3)) Aggravated Unlicensed Operator 1st – Permanent Revocation E-Felony VTL 1198 Circumvent an interlock device – U-Misdemeanor
VTL 511 (2(a)(4)) Aggravated Unlicensed Operator 2nd – Suspensions A-Misdemeanor

Crime

Haverstraw Police Department Arrests Pomona Man on Weapon and Drug Charges

Published

10 hours ago

April 26, 2025

Rockland Report Admin

Haverstraw, NY – April 26, 2025– On Friday, April 25, 2025, the Haverstraw Police Department arrested Michael Diaz, 28, of Pomona, NY, following a report of a male in possession of a firearm.

Responding to the call in Pomona, patrol units located Diaz and, upon investigation, discovered he was in possession of a loaded firearm and narcotics.

As a result, Diaz was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the 2nd Degree: Loaded Firearm (Class C Felony), Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the 3rd Degree (Class D Felony), Criminal Possession of a Firearm (Class E Felony), and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 3rd Degree: Narcotic Drug Intent to Sell (Class B Felony), in addition to other narcotics-related charges.

“The swift and professional actions of our officers prevented what could have been a potentially violent encounter. Thanks to their training, tactics, and unwavering commitment to public safety, a loaded firearm and dangerous narcotics were safely removed from our community. Their vigilance and restraint exemplify the highest standards of the Haverstraw Police Department. We are proud of their courage, preparedness, and dedication to protecting the people of Haverstraw” said Chief John Gould Jr.

Diaz was arraigned in the Town of Haverstraw Justice Court where bail was set in the amount of $40,000 cash, $60,000 bond or $75,000 partially secured bond. Diaz was then transported to the Rockland County Correctional Facility.

It is important to note that a criminal complaint is merely an accusation, and all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Crime

Stony Point Police Department Needs Your Help in Identifying This Individual

Published

2 weeks ago

April 11, 2025

Rockland Report Admin

Stony Point Police needs your help – this incident occurred on 4/10/25 in the Town of Stony Point, NY and we are asking for your assistance in identifying this individual in regards to a theft investigation. If you have any information, please contact the Stony Point Police at 845-786-2422. Or- if YOU ARE this person – please stop by the Stony Point Police station so we may try to speak with you. Thank you.