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Spring Valley Police Arrest Five in Violent Gang Assault and Robbery Case

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The Spring Valley Police Department announced the arrest of five individuals following a violent gang assault and robbery that left a victim seriously injured earlier this month in the Village of Spring Valley.

According to police, officers were dispatched on May 14, 2026, at approximately 2:05 a.m. to investigate an unknown incident later determined to have occurred at 29 South Main Street. Upon arrival, officers located a victim suffering from a deep facial laceration consistent with a slashing.

The victim told officers the injury was sustained during an assault involving multiple individuals. The suspects fled the scene before police arrived. Due to the severity of the injuries, the victim was transported to Westchester Medical Center for treatment.

The case was later assigned to the Spring Valley Police Department Detective Bureau. Following what authorities described as a thorough investigation, detectives arrested five individuals in connection with the incident:

  • Kevin Cardona, 31, of Nanuet
  • Alexander Salazar-Rosa, 24, undomiciled
  • Manuel Vargas-Casum, 22, undomiciled
  • Keny Aragon-Segura, 25, undomiciled
  • Rodbin Garcia-Medina, 20, undomiciled

All five defendants were charged with:

  • Gang Assault in the First Degree (PL 120.07)
  • Assault in the First Degree (PL 120.10(1))
  • Assault in the First Degree (PL 120.10(2))
  • Robbery in the First Degree (PL 160.15(1))
  • Robbery in the Second Degree (PL 160.10(2)(a))

The defendants were arraigned and remanded to the Rockland County Jail pending further court proceedings.

Police emphasized that a criminal complaint is merely an accusation and that all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

Anyone with information related to the incident is asked to contact the Spring Valley Police Department at 845-356-7400 or email tips@villagespringvalley.org

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New Jersey Woman Arrested After Alleged Road Rage Incident in Montebello

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A 32-year-old New Jersey woman has been charged following an alleged road rage incident in the Village of Montebello that police say involved an imitation handgun and occurred with her 9-year-old daughter in the vehicle.

According to the Ramapo Police Department, officers responded at approximately 8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 2, to the area of Hemion Road and Lackawanna Trail after receiving a report of a road rage incident that may have involved a handgun.

Police said the confrontation began on the northbound Exit 14B off-ramp of the New York State Thruway before continuing to Hemion Road and Lackawanna Trail. The suspect had left the area before officers arrived.

After broadcasting a description of the suspect and vehicle, officers located the vehicle a short time later traveling eastbound on Route 59.

Following an investigation, police arrested the New Jersey woman and recovered an imitation pistol that investigators believe was used during the incident. Police also determined the woman’s 9-year-old daughter was inside the vehicle during the alleged confrontation.

The woman has been charged with two counts of second-degree menacing, fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon, endangering the welfare of a child, and second-degree harassment.

She was being held at the Ramapo Police Department pending arraignment.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Editor’s Note: A criminal complaint is an accusation. The defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Haverstraw Police Continue Search for Fugitive Wanted in 2012 Murder of Tammy Palmer

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June 9, 2026

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The Town of Haverstraw Police Department continues its efforts to locate Eugene Palmer, who remains wanted in connection with the 2012 murder of Tammy Palmer.

According to investigators, Eugene Palmer is accused of ambushing Tammy Palmer, the mother of his grandchildren, as she walked up her driveway and fatally shooting her. Following the incident, Palmer fled and has remained a fugitive for more than a decade.

The Town of Haverstraw Police Department, working in partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the United States Marshals Service, has continued to actively investigate the case and pursue leads regarding Palmer’s whereabouts.

Law enforcement officials emphasize that they have not forgotten this case and remain committed to bringing Palmer to justice. Investigators are also seeking information regarding anyone who may have assisted him in avoiding capture.

Anyone with information regarding the location of Eugene Palmer or individuals who may be helping him evade law enforcement is urged to contact the Haverstraw Police Department Detective Bureau at 845-942-3730 or their local FBI office.

Authorities encourage anyone with information, no matter how minor it may seem, to come forward.

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