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North Carolina Man Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter in Broad Daylight Slaying in Nyack

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NYACK, NY – Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh, II announced that Jason Jabouin (08/22/1986), of
Fayetteville, North Carolina, has pled guilty to Manslaughter in the First Degree, a class “B” violent felony, in conjunction with the killing of Ryan Franklin on May 22, 2020.

On May 22, 2020 at approx. 10:07 a.m., while in Nyack, Rockland County, New York, Jabouin shot Ryan Franklin two times in the torso (one time in the back and one time in the arm), causing his death; after he killed Ryan Franklin, Jabouin fled New York and was located in Maryland.

District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh, II said, “The events that unfolded on May 22, 2020 left many residents in the Village of Nyack in shock. In broad daylight, Mr. Jabouin committed a heinous act of violence, ruthlessly killing Ryan Franklin. I commend the hard work and dedication of the men and women of the Orangetown Police Department in apprehending the defendant. With today’s plea, we are one step closer to seeing justice served. My condolences go out to the family who lost their loved one to this nonsensical gun violence.”

Orangetown Police Chief Donald Butterworth said, ” This agreement is a direct result of the exceptional effort and coordination between our officers, detectives, the Rockland County District Attorney and all of the agencies that assisted in the apprehension and subsequent criminal justice proceedings. Our goal has always been to get justice for Mr. Franklin, his family and our community and we sincerely hope this will help them in some way with their loss.”

Jabouin pled guilty in front of Hon. Larry J. Schwartz, Rockland County Court Judge, and remains remanded without bail in the Rockland County Jail.

The case was adjourned for sentencing to September 9, 2021. Jabouin will be sentenced to twenty (20)
years in state prison with five years of post-release supervision.

Chief Assistant District Attorney Patrick Frawley and First Assistant District Attorney Dominic Crispino
prosecuted the case.

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Rockland County Sheriff’s Office and Consumer Protection Joint Investigation Leads to Arrest in Fraud Case

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New City, NY — Authorities in Rockland County have arrested a Nyack resident in connection with the use of a fake home improvement license, following a joint investigation by the Sheriff’s Office and the County Department of Consumer Protection.

Christian C. Kolarz, 48, faces felony charges of Second-Degree Forgery and Second-Degree Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument. Investigators allege that Kolarz created and attempted to use a counterfeit Rockland County Home Improvement License to fraudulently secure financing for a construction project.

The forged document came to light thanks to a coordinated effort by the Sheriff’s Bureau of Criminal Investigation and Consumer Protection investigators. Kolarz was taken into custody on April 18, arraigned in Clarkstown Justice Court, and released on his own recognizance. He is scheduled to appear in court again on May 12.

Rockland County Executive Ed Day praised the collaboration between agencies, stating, “This joint effort is a prime example of how working together keeps Rockland safe. It sends a strong message: fraud will not be tolerated.”

Sheriff Louis Falco echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the importance of interagency cooperation in protecting residents from scams. “We’re committed to pursuing those who attempt to take advantage of our community,” he said.

Consumer Protection Director Kimberly Von Ronn added that the misuse of official county documents is a serious matter. “Let this serve as a warning—we will take action to protect families and businesses from fraud.”

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Haverstraw Police Department Arrests Pomona Man on Weapon and Drug Charges

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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.

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