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Spring Valley Resident Arrested After Gunfire Damages Vehicle, Endangers Children

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Spring Valley, NY – July 22, 2025 – The Spring Valley Police Department has arrested 20-year-old Anderson J. Alvarado-Jimenez of Spring Valley in connection with a shooting that occurred on July 19, 2025, at approximately 9:51 PM, near 60 E. Eckerson Road.

According to the investigation, Mr. Alvarado-Jimenez initially discharged a .22 caliber revolver multiple times, striking a parked vehicle. He then left the scene and returned shortly afterward with an assault rifle, firing approximately 20 additional rounds at the same vehicle, causing significant damage. Two bullets entered nearby apartments where children were playing, though fortunately, no injuries were reported.

The firearms used in the incident were later recovered by the New York State Police Underwater Recovery Team (URT) in the Town of Haverstraw.

Mr. Alvarado-Jimenez was charged with the following offenses:

  • Criminal Use of a Firearm 2nd Degree (PL 265.08(1))

  • Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd Degree (PL 265.03(3))

  • Reckless Endangerment 1st Degree (PL 120.25)

  • Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd Degree (PL 265.02(7) and PL 265.02)

  • Criminal Mischief 3rd Degree (PL 145.05(2))

  • Tampering with Physical Evidence (PL 215.40(2))

  • Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th Degree (PL 265.01(5))

Mr. Alvarado-Jimenez is currently being held pending arraignment.

The Spring Valley Police Department would like to thank the New York State Police Underwater Recovery Team (URT), Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Bureau of Criminal Investigations, Rockland County District Attorney’s Office, Town of Haverstraw Police Department, and the residents and business owners of Spring Valley for their assistance and cooperation during the investigation.

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

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Victor Romero Indicted on Second-Degree Murder Charge in Koran Irvine Shooting

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October 27, 2026

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A grand jury in Lower Manhattan indicted former NYPD detective Victor Romero on a second-degree murder charge Tuesday afternoon, upgrading the charge from manslaughter as the investigation into a fatal shooting continues.

Romero, a Haverstraw resident, was seen publicly for the first time Tuesday as he arrived at a Lower Manhattan courthouse in connection with the fatal shooting of Koran Irvine on the George Washington Bridge. He later left the courthouse following a brief court appearance.

The indictment marks a significant development in the case against Romero, who was initially charged with murder before being arraigned last week on a reduced charge of first-degree manslaughter.

Romero posted $1 million bail and remains free while the case proceeds through the court system.

Source: ABC 7 NY

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Haverstraw Police Officer Run Over During Pursuit; 3 Officers Injured

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October 26, 2026

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October 26, 2026 — Three Haverstraw police officers were injured after a suspect allegedly struck and ran over an officer while fleeing police during a response to a reported attempted break-in on October 23, according to the Haverstraw Police Department.

Police said officers responded to a residence in the Village of Haverstraw at approximately 4:41 p.m. for a report of a disorderly male attempting to break into a residence.

Responding officers located a vehicle matching the description provided. As officers gave the driver verbal commands to exit the vehicle, the suspect allegedly accelerated directly toward an officer, striking and running over the officer before fleeing the scene.

The suspect then led officers on a pursuit southbound along Route 9W into Clarkstown before turning northbound toward Haverstraw, police said.

The pursuit ended after the suspect allegedly crashed into a Haverstraw Police Department vehicle occupied by police personnel. The suspect was subsequently taken into custody.

Three Haverstraw police officers were transported to local hospitals for treatment of injuries sustained during the incident. The suspect, identified as Isaac Catedral, 24, of Haverstraw, was also transported to a local hospital for medical evaluation.

Suspect Faces Multiple Charges

According to police, Catedral faces the following charges:

  • Aggravated Attempted Murder
  • Assault in the Second Degree
  • Assault in the Third Degree
  • Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree
  • Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree
  • Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Fourth Degree

Catedral was arraigned on the morning of October 26 in the Village of Haverstraw Justice Court and remanded to the Rockland County Correctional Facility.

Multiple Agencies Assist

The Haverstraw Police Department received assistance from the Stony Point Police Department, Rockland County Sheriff’s Office, Clarkstown Police Department, New York State Police, and Ramapo Police Department.

The incident remains a serious reminder of the dangers police officers face while responding to emergency calls and attempting to apprehend suspects.

Legal Notice: 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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