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Spring Valley Woman Arrested in Stabbing on Church Street; Victim in Critical Condition

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SPRING VALLEY, NY — A 30-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with a violent stabbing that occurred earlier this month in the heart of Spring Valley.

According to the Spring Valley Police Department, officers responded around 1:15 a.m. on August 19 to a report of a stabbing near 11 E. Church Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim suffering from multiple lacerations and a stab wound. The victim was transported in critical condition to Westchester Medical Center by Spring Hill Ambulance.

After several days of investigation, police identified Shanice Ramsay, a Spring Valley resident, as a suspect in the assault. On August 25, officers attempted to arrest Ramsay, who reportedly resisted and engaged in a brief struggle before being taken into custody.

During the arrest, police say Ramsay was found in possession of a quantity of fentanyl.

She now faces a series of charges, including:

  • Assault in the First Degree (Class B Felony)

  • Attempted Robbery in the First Degree (Class B Felony)

  • Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Fourth Degree (Class A Misdemeanor)

  • Obstructing Governmental Administration (Class A Misdemeanor)

  • Resisting Arrest (Class A Misdemeanor)

  • Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree (Class A Misdemeanor)

Ramsay was arraigned before Judge Mellion at the Spring Valley Justice Court, where bail was set at $5,000 cash, $10,000 secured bond, or $20,000 partially secured bond. She was later remanded to the Rockland County Jail.

The condition of the victim has not been updated as of Thursday morning.

Authorities emphasize that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

The Spring Valley Police Department is asking anyone with information related to the incident to contact them at (845) 356-7400 or email tips@villagespringvalley.org.

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Haverstraw Man Arrested in Manny Lopez Baseball Field Burglary

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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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