AIRMONT, NY – On Sunday (05/23/2021) a Ramapo PD Officer on patrol in the area of S. Airmont Rd and Church Rd, in the Village of Airmont, observed a traffic infraction committed by another vehicle. The officer made a U-Turn to pull behind the vehicle and the vehicle took off at a high rate of speed passing multiple vehicles in a reckless manner.

The operator of the vehicle lost control and crashed onto the front lawn of a residence on S. Airmont Rd. The operator and passenger fled on foot through the backyards of the nearby homes. The RPD Officer gave chase on foot, was able to catch up to both parties, and ultimately detain them. The passenger was treated at a local hospital for complaints of injuries from the motor vehicle crash.

The operator of the vehicle, a 20 year old male from Airmont, was arrested for Reckless Driving, Leaving the Scene of an Automobile Accident involving Injury, Reckless Endangerment 2nd, Assault 3rd, Sale/Purchase of a Stolen Certificate of Registration or Number Plate, Obstructing Governmental Administration and issued a number of traffic tickets.

The defendant was processed at RPD and released with no bail. He was issued an appearance ticket and advised to appear in court on a future date.