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Rockland County Sheriff Announces Felony Drug Arrest in New City

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Members of the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office arrested Michael Rose, 43, of New City, following a traffic stop that resulted in the seizure of more than five ounces of heroin.

On the above date and time, deputies were on patrol in Rockland County when they observed Rose operating a vehicle while committing multiple violations of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law. A traffic stop was initiated, and during the course of the investigation, deputies developed probable cause to conduct a search of the vehicle.

During the search, officers discovered a large Ziploc bag concealed behind the vehicle’s radio. The bag contained approximately 5.26 ounces of heroin.

Rose was taken into custody without incident and charged with the following offenses:

  • One count of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 2nd Degree (CPCS-2nd)

  • One count of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 3rd Degree (CPCS-3rd)

  • One count of Criminal Use of Drug Paraphernalia

Rose was arraigned in the Town of Clarkstown Justice Court and released on his own recognizance. He is scheduled to return to court at a later date.

The Rockland County Sheriff’s Office remains vigilant and proactive in identifying and apprehending individuals involved in the sale and transportation of illegal narcotics. The Office will continue working diligently to keep the community safe and drug-free.

All charges are allegations. The defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Haverstraw Man Arrested in Manny Lopez Baseball Field Burglary

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4 weeks ago

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August 27, 2026

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A 39-year-old Haverstraw man has been arrested in connection with a burglary at the Manny Lopez Baseball Field, according to the Haverstraw Police Department.

Police said officers responded to the Village of Haverstraw property on Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026, following a report of a burglary.

During the investigation, officers determined that an unknown individual had unlawfully entered a building on the property and stolen two pieces of power equipment.

Following the investigation, police identified a suspect in connection with the burglary.

On Wednesday, Aug. 26, police arrested Robert Hernandez, 39, of Haverstraw, and charged him with burglary in the third degree and grand larceny in the fourth degree.

Hernandez was arraigned in Village of Haverstraw Justice Court and remanded to the Rockland County Correctional Facility.

The charges are allegations. A criminal complaint is merely an accusation, and all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Pomona Man Arrested After Stolen Vehicle Alert Leads Police to Narcotics Investigation

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August 13, 2026

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A stolen vehicle alert led Haverstraw police to a 49-year-old Pomona man who authorities say was found with a large quantity of narcotics.

According to the Haverstraw Police Department, officers were alerted Tuesday, Aug. 11, after a license plate reader notification indicated that a stolen vehicle was entering the Village of Haverstraw.

Police later located the vehicle in Pomona and took the occupant into custody without incident.

The suspect was identified as Diamond Dickerson, 49, of Pomona.

During the investigation, police said Dickerson was found in possession of a large quantity of narcotics.

Dickerson was charged with:

  • Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree — Narcotic Drug with Intent to Sell, a Class B felony
  • Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree — Narcotic Drug/Stimulant with Intent to Sell, a Class B felony
  • Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fourth Degree, a Class C felony
  • Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree with Intent to Sell, a Class D felony
  • Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Fourth Degree — Motor Vehicle, a Class E felony
  • Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Fifth Degree, a Class A misdemeanor

Dickerson was transported to the Haverstraw Police Department for processing before being arraigned in West Haverstraw Village Justice Court.

He was remanded to the Rockland County Correctional Facility.

The Haverstraw Police Department said the investigation was conducted with assistance from the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Bureau of Criminal Investigation and the Rockland County Intelligence Center.

The charges are allegations. A criminal complaint is not proof of guilt, and Dickerson is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

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