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Haverstraw Police Continue Search for Fugitive Wanted in 2012 Murder of Tammy Palmer

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The Town of Haverstraw Police Department continues its efforts to locate Eugene Palmer, who remains wanted in connection with the 2012 murder of Tammy Palmer.

According to investigators, Eugene Palmer is accused of ambushing Tammy Palmer, the mother of his grandchildren, as she walked up her driveway and fatally shooting her. Following the incident, Palmer fled and has remained a fugitive for more than a decade.

The Town of Haverstraw Police Department, working in partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the United States Marshals Service, has continued to actively investigate the case and pursue leads regarding Palmer’s whereabouts.

Law enforcement officials emphasize that they have not forgotten this case and remain committed to bringing Palmer to justice. Investigators are also seeking information regarding anyone who may have assisted him in avoiding capture.

Anyone with information regarding the location of Eugene Palmer or individuals who may be helping him evade law enforcement is urged to contact the Haverstraw Police Department Detective Bureau at 845-942-3730 or their local FBI office.

Authorities encourage anyone with information, no matter how minor it may seem, to come forward.

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Haverstraw Man Arrested in Manny Lopez Baseball Field Burglary

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A 39-year-old Haverstraw man has been arrested in connection with a burglary at the Manny Lopez Baseball Field, according to the Haverstraw Police Department.

Police said officers responded to the Village of Haverstraw property on Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026, following a report of a burglary.

During the investigation, officers determined that an unknown individual had unlawfully entered a building on the property and stolen two pieces of power equipment.

Following the investigation, police identified a suspect in connection with the burglary.

On Wednesday, Aug. 26, police arrested Robert Hernandez, 39, of Haverstraw, and charged him with burglary in the third degree and grand larceny in the fourth degree.

Hernandez was arraigned in Village of Haverstraw Justice Court and remanded to the Rockland County Correctional Facility.

The charges are allegations. A criminal complaint is merely an accusation, and all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Pomona Man Arrested After Stolen Vehicle Alert Leads Police to Narcotics Investigation

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A stolen vehicle alert led Haverstraw police to a 49-year-old Pomona man who authorities say was found with a large quantity of narcotics.

According to the Haverstraw Police Department, officers were alerted Tuesday, Aug. 11, after a license plate reader notification indicated that a stolen vehicle was entering the Village of Haverstraw.

Police later located the vehicle in Pomona and took the occupant into custody without incident.

The suspect was identified as Diamond Dickerson, 49, of Pomona.

During the investigation, police said Dickerson was found in possession of a large quantity of narcotics.

Dickerson was charged with:

  • Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree — Narcotic Drug with Intent to Sell, a Class B felony
  • Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree — Narcotic Drug/Stimulant with Intent to Sell, a Class B felony
  • Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fourth Degree, a Class C felony
  • Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree with Intent to Sell, a Class D felony
  • Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Fourth Degree — Motor Vehicle, a Class E felony
  • Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Fifth Degree, a Class A misdemeanor

Dickerson was transported to the Haverstraw Police Department for processing before being arraigned in West Haverstraw Village Justice Court.

He was remanded to the Rockland County Correctional Facility.

The Haverstraw Police Department said the investigation was conducted with assistance from the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Bureau of Criminal Investigation and the Rockland County Intelligence Center.

The charges are allegations. A criminal complaint is not proof of guilt, and Dickerson is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

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