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Shocking Video of Car Accident in Valley Cottage

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Published

6 years ago

May 18, 2020

Rockland Report Editor

VALLEY COTTAGE, NY – Shocking Video: A driver was filmed driving erratic, crossing the double yellow line multiple times in Valley Cottage before eventually striking another vehicle and flipping over.

The whole incident was recorded by the passenger of a car while the driver was on the phone with 9-1-1 detailing to dispatch the location of the vehicle. The accident occurred on Route 9W and Brittany Court. The driver of the white car was extracted from the vehicle by members of the Valley Cottage Fire Department 22. He was transported to Nyack Hospital (injuries unknown at this time). The incident occurred on May 16, 2020 at approximately 4 pm.

Update via Clarkstown Police Department –

At approximately 6:45 pm on Saturday, May 16, 2020, the Clarkstown Police Department responded to a two car motor vehicle accident on Rt 9W in the area of Barmore Hill in Valley Cottage. A 911 call was made by a witness stating that they had been following a white Toyota in a southbound direction on Rt 9W, that had crossed over into oncoming traffic and struck a Honda sedan traveling northbound. The Toyota being driven by the erratic driver overturned causing him to become entrapped, Valley Cottage FD did extricate him from the vehicle. The other driver from the Honda was observed by EMS at the scene and the driver of the Toyota was removed by Congers-Valley Cottage Ambulance to Nyack ER, they were the only occupants in their respective vehicles.

Once the department receives the findings of the blood tests to determine if the driver was under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol are made available to us, we will be able to make a determination if criminal charges are to be filed. At this time the driver of the Toyota has been issued traffic summonses in regards to the accident. The investigation is still ongoing as to the cause of the accident, anyone who may have information regarding this incident is asked to call the Clarkstown Police Department at (845)639-5800.

Police/Fire/EMS

Haverstraw Police Join No-Shave November to Support Cancer Awareness 2026

Published

3 days ago

November 2, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Residents may notice a few more beards among the officers of the Town of Haverstraw Police Department this November, and it’s all for a good cause.

The department announced that officers are participating in No-Shave November, an annual campaign that raises awareness and funds for cancer-related causes.

With approval from Town Supervisor Howard Phillips, the Town Board and the Chief of Police, participating officers will be putting down their razors for the month while supporting the charitable initiative.

Each participating officer will also make a personal donation to help support the effort.

The department encourages residents not to be surprised if they see officers sporting some extra facial hair throughout November, noting that it’s not a change in grooming standards but rather a way to show support for an important cause.

No-Shave November encourages participants to embrace their natural hair growth while raising awareness and funds for cancer research and support programs.

Police/Fire/EMS

Chestnut Ridge Middle School Bomb Threat Prompts Evacuation October 29, 2026

Published

6 days ago

October 30, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Students and staff were evacuated from Chestnut Ridge Middle School on Thursday, October 29, 2026, following a reported bomb threat, according to the Ramapo Police Department.

Police said officers responded to the school at approximately 1:11 p.m. after receiving a report of a bomb threat. Students and staff were safely evacuated from the building and transported to an off-site location.

Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to assist with a search of the school. Explosive detection K-9 units from the Ramapo Police Department, Rockland County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police, Town of Woodbury Police Department and Orange County Sheriff’s Office participated in the search.

The Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Disposal Unit also assisted at the scene.

No explosive devices were found during the search, police confirmed.

Emergency personnel from the South Spring Valley Fire Department, Monsey Fire Department and William P. Faist Volunteer Ambulance Corps were also staged at an off-site location and remained ready to respond if needed.

The Ramapo Police Department’s Investigations Division is continuing to investigate the incident, with assistance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Joint Terrorism Task Force.

Anyone with information related to the incident is asked to contact the Ramapo Police Department at 845-357-2400. Police said all calls will be kept confidential.