Police/Fire/EMS

PHOTOS: 2019 Rockland Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony

Published

6 years ago

May 19, 2019

Today’s commemoration keynote speaker was NYPD Chief James Secreto with Rockland County Undersheriff Robert Van Cura as the Master of Ceremony.

Thomas Gallagher, a NYPD detective raised in Rockland who attended Nanuet schools, died from cancer in March of 2018. His cancer is attributed to working in the debris resulting from the terrorist attacks that collapsed the Twin Towers in lower Manhattan on Sept. 11, 2001.

Gallagher’s name is chiseled among those of 28 officers from Rockland dating from 1905 who either worked in the county or for other police agencies. The most recent names are of officers who died of 9/11-related diseases.

Below are photos from Today’s ceremony (Gallery below)

Police/Fire/EMS

Fallen NYPD Officer Michael J. Buczek Commemorated in Ceremony Attended by Law Enforcement and Community Leaders

Published

12 hours ago

May 10, 2025

Rockland Report Admin

On October 18, 1988, NYPD Police Officer Michael Buczek of the 34 Pct. was shot and killed when he and his partner attempted to arrest two suspects on a drug charge in an apartment building at 580 West 161st Street in Washington Heights. One of the suspects shot Officer Buczek while attempting to run from the scene.

The three suspects fled to the Dominican Republic where one later died in police custody and a second was apprehended by the United States Marshals in 2000. The third suspect was apprehended in the Dominican Republic in May 2002. On June 19th, 2003, two of the suspects were sentenced to 25 years to life in prison.

Today, the NYC Police Benevolent Association, Rockland County PBA, Orangetown PBA, and the Rockland County Shields honored Officer Buczek with a plaque that was presented to the Buczek Family at their family owned Dunkin’ in Pearl River, NY. Law enforcement from across Rockland County, members from the NYPD, County Exec Ed Day, (Ret. NYPD), Sheriff Lou Falco, and Supervisors Jim Monaghan (Ret. NYPD) and Teresa Kenny attended the ceremony. The room was completely packed with people having to observe from the outside.

The common message was – we will never forget NYPD PO Michael J. Buczek.

Police/Fire/EMS

Ramapo Police Officer Stops Reckless Moped Rider, Faces Multiple Violations

Published

1 day ago

May 9, 2025

Rockland Report Admin

Frustrated by mopeds and e-bikes weaving through traffic like the rules don’t apply? You’re not alone.

This morning, a Ramapo officer observed a Honda ADV150 moped dangerously cutting off vehicles and weaving between lanes on Airmont Road near North DeBaun Avenue. The 25-year-old operator had no license plates and couldn’t provide proof of insurance. The vehicle was immediately towed, and multiple summonses were issued.

But tickets are just the beginning. True accountability happens in court. This case is now before the Village of Airmont Justice Court.

We’re committed to making our roads safer—every day, for everyone. Drive responsibly, and know we’re out there doing our part to keep our community safe.

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