Crime

Police arrest suspect in Haverstraw stabbing

Published

7 years ago

April 29, 2019

PRESS RELEASE

On Monday, April 29, 2019 at approximately 11:20am the Haverstraw Police Department responded to the parking lot of 35 South Route 9W in West Haverstraw for a report of an assault in progress.

Upon arrival, Officers located a 24 year old female laying in the parking lot suffering from multiple stab wounds. First aid was administered to the victim by first responding Officers until Emergency Medical Service personnel arrived on the scene. A preliminary investigation at the scene determined the identity of the assailant to be Anthony Russell, age 23, and that he fled the area on foot in a southerly direction through the parking lot. A search of the area for the suspect ensued by additional responding Police Officers. Continual information was being gathered during the search from witnesses at the scene as well as witnesses who observed the suspect while he was in flight at several locations. Additional information was learned that several witnesses were following the suspect to aid the police in the apprehension of the suspect. At 11:54 am, Officers were ultimately able to apprehend the suspect approximately ½ mile away from 35 South Route 9W without incident. The suspect is identified as Anthony Russell, age 23, with an Eagle Avenue address in Bronx, New York. Further investigation determined that this was a domestic related incident as the victim has an active order of protection against Mr. Russell.

Anthony Russell was transported to the Town of Haverstraw Police Department where he was subsequently arrested and processed on the following charges:
• Attempted Murder 2nd
• Aggravated Criminal Contempt 1st
• Assault 1st
• Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th

Anthony Russell was then transported to the Town of Haverstraw Justice Court where he was arraigned by the Honorable Judge John Grant. Bail was set at one million dollars. Anthony Russell was then transported to the Rockland County Correctional Facility.

The victim was transported to Montefiore Nyack Hospital and was admitted with numerous stab wounds. The victim was listed as being in critical but stable condition.

The Town of Haverstraw Police Department would like to thank the numerous witnesses that came forward to assist in the aid of the victim as well as the apprehension of the suspect. Additionally, we would like to thank Rockland Paramedic Services, Haverstraw Volunteer Ambulance Corps as well as the Stony Point Police Department, Rockland County Sheriff’s Office and the New York State Police for their response.

Captain Martin Lund

Crime

Monsey Man Arrested After Alleged Assault and Disturbance at Ramapo 7-Eleven

Published

3 days ago

May 27, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

A 31-year-old Monsey man was arrested after an incident at a 7-Eleven on College Road escalated from a disorderly conduct complaint into an alleged attempted assault on a police officer, according to the Ramapo Police Department.

Police said officers responded to the convenience store at approximately 8:45 p.m. following reports of an intoxicated and disorderly man inside the business. Upon arrival, officers recognized the suspect from previous incidents at the location and noted that he had previously been issued a trespass warning for the store.

During their investigation, officers learned the suspect had allegedly slapped a 15-year-old male while inside the store.

Authorities said the situation quickly intensified while officers were handling the incident. According to police, the suspect suddenly swung at the back of an officer’s head during the investigation. A backup officer intervened before the punch connected, helping officers bring the suspect under control without injuries.

The suspect was taken into custody and charged with attempted assault in the third degree, endangering the welfare of a child, obstructing governmental administration, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct, and trespass.

Police said the suspect was processed and later released to a responsible party.

No injuries were reported among officers, civilians, or the suspect.

In a statement following the incident, the Ramapo Police Department said the case serves as a reminder that even seemingly routine calls can escalate rapidly and unpredictably.

Crime

Central Nyack Woman Charged After Alleged Stabbing on Vine Street, Clarkstown Police Say

Published

3 days ago

May 27, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

A 64-year-old Central Nyack woman has been charged following an alleged stabbing incident late Monday night, according to the Clarkstown Police Department.

Police said officers responded to a reported stabbing at a residence on Vine Street in Central Nyack at approximately 11:50 p.m. on May 25, 2026.

Upon arrival, officers entered the home and found an adult male sitting on a bed suffering from stab wounds to his back and upper chest. Investigators said the victim told officers he had been involved in an earlier argument with the suspect around 11 a.m., during which he was allegedly stabbed in the back.

The victim reportedly returned to the residence around 11 p.m. and woke the suspect, leading to a second altercation. During that dispute, police said the suspect allegedly stabbed the victim again, causing serious injuries and significant bleeding.

Members of the Nyack Community Ambulance Corps treated the victim at the scene before transporting him to a local hospital for additional medical care.

Police identified the suspect as Catherine Doran, 64, of Central Nyack. She was taken into custody and charged with second-degree assault, a Class D felony, and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon, a misdemeanor.

Doran was arraigned in Clarkstown Justice Court and remanded to the Rockland County Jail pending further court proceedings.

Authorities noted that the charges are accusations and that the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.