RAMAPO, NY — The Town of Ramapo Police Department made 17 arrests over the weekend in a range of incidents that highlight ongoing public safety concerns in the community.

The arrests included:

• 8 individuals for driving with suspended licenses or vehicle registrations

• 3 individuals with outstanding warrants

• 2 arrests for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI)

• 2 arrests in connection with separate public exposure incidents

• 2 troubling cases involving unsupervised toddlers, ages 2 and 3, found without adult supervision

“These arrests reflect the broad scope of our officers’ daily work,” the department said in a statement. “From enforcing traffic laws to responding to more serious public safety concerns, our officers are out there doing great police work.”

Officials noted that once arrests are made, cases are handed over to the criminal justice system for prosecution, while officers return to patrol duty to continue protecting the community.

Residents are encouraged to stay alert, report suspicious activity, and support efforts to keep Ramapo safe. Town of Ramapo is out on patrol where you need us.

Ramapo, NY — Following a detailed investigation, Ramapo Police have arrested two 19-year-old males—one from Flushing, NY, and one from Monsey, NY—in connection with multiple violent crimes. The suspects face a wide range of charges, including robbery, extortion, grand larceny, coercion, and multiple hate crimes.

Investigators say the suspects lured victims via a dating app to a children’s park in Wesley Hills, where they brandished weapons, assaulted victims, and stole personal property.

Thanks to coordinated efforts between patrol officers and detectives, the suspects were apprehended and arraigned in Wesley Hills Court. Judge Schnelwar set bail at $50,000 cash, $100,000 secured bond, or $200,000 unsecured bond for each defendant. Both are currently held at the Rockland County Jail.

Ramapo Police remain committed to holding those accountable who commit violent crimes and ensuring the safety of our community. Police believe there may be additional victims. Anyone with information is urged to contact Detectives Murphy or Quinn at (845) 357-2400.

Note: All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty.