Police/Fire/EMS

Ramapo Detective Margaret “Peggy” Braddock Retires After 33 Years of Service

Published

4 months ago

December 27, 2025

Detective Margaret “Peggy” Braddock marked her final walkout this week, closing an extraordinary law enforcement career defined by dedication, compassion, and service to the Town of Ramapo.

Detective Braddock served the Ramapo community for 25 years as part of a 33-year career in law enforcement. Throughout her tenure, she held a variety of key roles, including Field Training Officer, Police Instructor, and Intelligence Officer, helping shape both investigations and the next generation of officers.

During her career, Braddock played a direct role in numerous high-profile cases, including investigations involving kidnappings, homicides, white-collar crimes, and an attempted murder plot. Colleagues noted that her commitment to justice and her compassion for victims left a lasting impact on the community.

Outside of her investigative work, Braddock was also deeply committed to honoring fallen officers. An avid bicyclist, she participated in the Police Unity Tour ten times, raising more than $30,000 to support the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial and Museum in Washington, D.C.

As Detective Braddock enters retirement, fellow officers and community members alike expressed gratitude for her decades of service and leadership. While her career in uniform has come to a close, those who worked alongside her say her positive influence and legacy will continue.

Congratulations to Detective Margaret “Peggy” Braddock on her retirement, and thank you for your service to the Town of Ramapo.

Police/Fire/EMS

Unidentified Man Found Dead in Spring Valley; Ramapo Police Investigating

Published

5 days ago

April 19, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

SPRING VALLEY, NY — Authorities are investigating after a man was found dead early Saturday morning in the Town of Ramapo.

According to the Ramapo Police Department, officers responded around 7:15 a.m. on April 18, 2026, to a report of a deceased individual near Park Avenue in Spring Valley. At the scene, officers discovered the body of an unidentified male, believed to be between 27 and 34 years old, beneath a parked truck. Police say there is currently no indication that the vehicle itself was involved in the incident.

Preliminary findings suggest the death did not occur immediately prior to the discovery. The circumstances remain unclear and are under active investigation.

The department’s Investigations Unit, along with crash investigators and accident reconstruction teams, responded to the scene and are working to determine what happened. Authorities are also pursuing leads to identify the individual.

The Ramapo Police Department is coordinating with the Spring Valley Police Department, and the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office as the investigation continues.

Officials emphasized that there is no known threat to the public at this time. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

Police/Fire/EMS

Suffern Police Check ATMs for Skimmers, Report No Threats Detected

Published

2 weeks ago

April 11, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

The Suffern Police Department Detective Bureau, in partnership with the Rockland County Intelligence Center, recently conducted a proactive sweep of 35 local businesses to check for ATM and credit card skimming devices. No devices were detected.

Skimming devices are illegal tools used by criminals to capture payment card information during legitimate transactions—often without the victim’s knowledge. This stolen data can then be used to commit fraud and identity theft.

Proactive enforcement efforts like this play a critical role in safeguarding the community by preventing financial crimes before they occur and protecting both residents and local businesses. The Suffern Police Department remains committed to staying ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the continued safety and security of the community.