Police/Fire/EMS

Update: Clarkstown PD Arrest 2 Suspects After Fleeing Hit-and-Run Crashes

Published

7 years ago

April 23, 2019

Rockland Report Editor

Clarkstown PD

CLARKSTOWN – Two suspects are in custody after police say they fled a pair of hit and run crashes Tuesday morning.

VIA Clarkstown Police Department, – The suspect from the hit and run car accident has been located. Clarkstown PD is not searching for anymore suspects at this time in regards to this morning’s hit and run accident.

Around 8:30 am on Tuesday, police were investigating a hit and run car accident that occurred in Central Nyack. The suspect vehicle that fled the scene was involved in another accident on Rt 59 in front of the Palisades Mall. The Clarkstown PD deployed a Drone to search for the potential suspect from the incident in the area of Rt 59 in front of the Palisades Center Mall.

Authorities say the suspect vehicle was involved in an accident and then fled the scene, getting into a rollover crash before the two occupants fled on foot.

One suspect, believed to be the driver, was found in the underground parking garage of the Palisades Mall with a head wound. It is not known if the injury was from the accident or from a fall inside the parking structure. He was removed from the scene to Westchester Medical Center. The second suspect was subsequently found hiding in a wooded area behind the Paramedic Services building, police said. (ABC7)

Police/Fire/EMS

Suffern Police Check ATMs for Skimmers, Report No Threats Detected

Published

1 week ago

April 11, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

The Suffern Police Department Detective Bureau, in partnership with the Rockland County Intelligence Center, recently conducted a proactive sweep of 35 local businesses to check for ATM and credit card skimming devices. No devices were detected.

Skimming devices are illegal tools used by criminals to capture payment card information during legitimate transactions—often without the victim’s knowledge. This stolen data can then be used to commit fraud and identity theft.

Proactive enforcement efforts like this play a critical role in safeguarding the community by preventing financial crimes before they occur and protecting both residents and local businesses. The Suffern Police Department remains committed to staying ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the continued safety and security of the community.

Police/Fire/EMS

Clarkstown Appoints James S. Fay Jr. as New Police Chief, Effective April 2026

Published

1 week ago

April 11, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

New City, NY — Supervisor George Hoehmann and the Town Board have appointed Capt. James S. Fay, Jr. as the next Chief of Police for the Town of Clarkstown, effective April 24, 2026.

He will succeed Jeffrey Wanamaker, who is retiring after an impressive 39-year career with the Clarkstown Police Department, including serving as Chief since 2021. The Town plans to formally recognize Wanamaker’s service later this month.

About Incoming Chief James S. Fay, Jr.

Capt. Fay brings 32 years of experience within the Clarkstown Police Department, with a career spanning both operational and administrative leadership:

Specialized Units & Investigations
- Narcotics and organized crime investigations
- Investigator with the Rockland County Narcotics Task Force
- Established and led the Street Crime Unit
- Served in the Juvenile Aid Bureau, handling sensitive cases involving children and family court
Emergency & Tactical Experience
- Over a decade with the Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT)
- First responder at the September 11 terrorist attacks
Leadership Roles
- Supervised patrol operations and field training
- Oversaw Special Operations (K-9, Traffic, Anti-Crime)
- Currently serves as Operations Captain, overseeing Patrol, Detectives, and Special Operations
Labor & Community Involvement
- Former executive leader in the Police Benevolent Association
- Founding member of the Greater Nanuet Chamber of Commerce Board
- Graduate of Leadership Rockland

Supervisor Hoehmann praised both leaders, expressing gratitude to Chief Wanamaker for his decades of service and confidence in Fay as a “true public servant” committed to the department and community.