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Three Incendiary Devices Among Other Illegal Items Found in Village of Chester After Temporary Order of Protection Issued by Rockland County Family Court

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On 2/16/24, at approximately 1100 hours, The Orange County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division assisted the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office with the service of a Temporary Order of Protection, firearms surrender with search and seizure conditions out of Rockland County Family Court on a 37-year-old male Aleksey Titov in the Village of Chester. During the service of the Order, Titov did not cooperate with Law Enforcement. He became combative and was taken into custody.

During the search of the apartment, a Rockland County Deputy located a bag that contained what appeared to be an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). Upon discovery of the device, all police personnel backed out of the residence, secured the location, and began evacuating the surrounding apartments. The Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Disposal Unit (BDU) was activated and responded to the scene. The BDU recovered three (3) intact incendiary devices, with numerous materials consistent with fabricating homemade Improvised Explosive Devices. After thorough searches of the residence by the professionally trained members of the BDU, the building was deemed safe for law enforcement to continue their search. The search resulted in the recovery of a loaded firearm, four loaded magazines, a quantity of approximately 17 grams of psychedelic mushrooms, and a ballistic vest from inside the residence.

Titov was charged with (3) counts of PL 265.02 (2) Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the 3rd degree, class “D” felony for the incendiary devices, as well as (1) count of PL 265.01-b (1) Criminal Possession of a Firearm, a class “E” felony for the loaded firearm. Titov was arraigned in the Centralized Arraignment Part and released on his own recognizance to return to the Village of Chester court at a later date as these offenses are not bail-eligible according to the law. Custody of Titov was turned over to the Town of Haverstraw Police Department for an outstanding warrant. The investigation is continuing, and additional charges are pending.

Sheriff Arteta would like to thank all our partnering agencies for their joint effort during this extensive process. The safety of the community, residents, and our officers was the priority here. Sheriff Arteta said, “The success of this incident is due greatly to our partners in Rockland County. We appreciate the patience of the residents from the area and the support from all of our local partners, including Chester Town Supervisor Brandon Holdridge, who quickly offered resources for the affected residents. This really was a joint effort on all parts”. Sheriff Arteta reminds residents, “If you see something, say something. Report any suspicious activity immediately to Law Enforcement”.

Thank you to the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office, Rockland County Bomb Disposal Unit and Crime Scene Unit, Village and Town of Chester Police Departments, JTTF, ATF, Orange County District Attorney’s Office, multiple K9 units from across the County, and several FIRE and EMS agencies who assisted on scene.

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A Day In The Life of Ramapo Police Officers

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May 21, 2025

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Over the past 24 hours, Ramapo Police Officers have remained hard at work, responding to calls for service, enforcing traffic laws, and actively engaging with our community. Here’s a look at the highlights from another demanding day in public safety.

Traffic Enforcement & Public Safety

Our continued efforts to maintain roadway safety led to several enforcement actions:

  • Three motorists were cited for operating vehicles with suspended registrations.

  • Three drivers were stopped and cited for driving with suspended licenses.

These proactive measures are part of our ongoing commitment to keeping our roadways safe for all.

Arrests and Enforcement Actions

Officers made several arrests in connection with a variety of incidents:

  • Two individuals were taken into custody on active warrants. Both were later released on their own recognizance.

  • One arrest was made in a domestic incident for violating an Order of Protection. The individual was also released on recognizance.

  • An additional arrest was made for an open container violation, a part of our continued focus on quality-of-life enforcement throughout the Town of Ramapo.

Major Incident: Armed Robbery

A significant and violent incident occurred involving an armed robbery at the end of a residential driveway. During the altercation, the victim was pistol-whipped as they attempted to retain possession of a firearm. The suspect ultimately fled the scene with a substantial amount of cash. The victim sustained injuries and was treated at the scene.

Ramapo Police Officers and Detectives responded immediately and initiated a collaborative investigation with the New York State Police . Through coordinated efforts, a suspect was identified and located within hours.

A 42-year-old male from Middletown, NY was taken into custody and formally charged with:

  • Robbery in the First Degree

  • Assault in the Second Degree

  • Criminal Use of a Firearm in the First Degree

  • Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree

  • Menacing in the Second Degree

The suspect is currently being processed at Ramapo Police Headquarters. Arraignment is expected later today at Hillburn Justice Court.

Our officers remain dedicated to serving and protecting the residents of Ramapo. We thank the community for its continued support and vigilance.

Ramapo Police Department

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Spring Valley Police Arrest Taxi Driver in Violent Kidnapping and Robbery Incident on Ridge Avenue

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May 16, 2025

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SPRING VALLEY, NY — In a disturbing early morning incident, Spring Valley Police responded to a report of a vehicle crash at approximately 1:45 a.m. on May 5, 2025, near 23 Ridge Avenue, only to uncover a far more serious crime involving kidnapping, assault, and attempted robbery.

Upon arrival, officers discovered a visibly injured and distressed female victim. Following a rapid investigation, authorities determined that the woman had been picked up earlier near Evergreen Supermarket by what she believed to be a taxi. During the ride, the driver began operating the vehicle erratically, refused to allow the passenger to exit, and escalated the situation into a violent criminal act.

The vehicle ultimately crashed into a fence, and the driver then attacked the victim with a screwdriver, attempting to rob her and preventing her from escaping. Despite the violent assault, the victim managed to flee the vehicle and call for help.

As the suspect attempted to flee the scene, he nearly collided head-on with another vehicle. Shortly thereafter, he was apprehended by the Ramapo Police Department.
Suspect Identified and Arrested

Following a thorough investigation by the Spring Valley Detective Bureau, 22-year-old Kevin Mazariego-Figueroa of Ramapo, NY was formally charged on May 7, 2025, with multiple serious offenses, including:

Attempted Assault (1st and 2nd Degree)

Kidnapping

Robbery (1st Degree)

Strangulation (2nd Degree)

Criminal Possession of a Weapon (4th Degree)

Mazariego-Figueroa was arraigned by Judge Sweet and remanded to the Rockland County Jail.
Community Safety and Ongoing Investigation

The Spring Valley Police Department commended the bravery of the victim and the swift coordination with Ramapo Police in apprehending the suspect. This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of vigilance and community cooperation in ensuring public safety.

Residents are encouraged to remain cautious when using ride services and to report any suspicious activity to authorities immediately.

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