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Former State Trooper Killed 11-year-old Girl by Using Patrol Car as a 'Battering Ram'
A former New York State trooper is facing charges after prosecutors accused him of deliberately using his patrol car to ram a family’s SUV during a high-speed chase, killing an 11-year-old girl. Christopher Baldner appeared in court Tuesday where prosecutors outlined their case that his conduct during the December 22, 2020, pursuit amounted to a “fatal abuse of power.” According to the Attorney General’s Office, Baldner pulled over a Dodge Journey on the New York State Thruwa

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Oct 30


Two Fatal Hunting Incidents Reported in Upstate New York
Authorities in Upstate New York confirmed two separate deaths last week connected to hunting-related searches in Otsego and Schuyler Counties. In Otsego County, a 67-year-old man from Remsen was reported missing by his spouse. The search effort included New York State Forest Rangers, the Otsego County Sheriff’s Office, Emergency Services, Garratsville and Laurens Fire Departments, New York State Police, and New York State Parks staff. Teams focused on Gilbert Lake State Park.

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Oct 22


Second Discovery of Human Remains in 24 Hours at Mob Dumping Ground Shocks New York
For the second time in less than two days, authorities in Upstate New York have confirmed the discovery of human remains. New York State Police announced Sunday that skeletal remains were recovered on Champlin Road in the town of Sodus, Wayne County. Officials said a property owner found bones in a wooded area on Wednesday and immediately called 911. Troopers from the Bureau of Criminal Investigation and the Forensic Identification Unit arrived at the scene and were assisted

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Oct 21


Teen Arrested After Running Over Niagara County Student While He Waited for School Bus
A 17-year-old male has been arrested in connection with a September incident that left a Lockport student severely injured while waiting...

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Oct 8


Amherst Football Coach Jason Beckman was Driver who Plunged Vehicle Into Upper Rapids
State Police have identified Jason Beckman, Amherst Central High School’s longtime varsity football coach, as the driver whose vehicle...

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Oct 8


Jason Beckman from North Tonawanda Identified as Driver Who Plunged Vehicle Into Upper Rapids
A North Tonawanda man has been identified as the victim of Monday’s fatal incident in which a Jeep Gladiator drove off the Niagara Scenic...

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Oct 7


Body Suspected to Have Gone Over Niagara Falls After Vehicle Plunged into Upper Rapids
UPDATE: BODY FOUND Click link for updated article: https://www.niagaraaction.com/body-found-in-niagara-river-after-vehicle-plunged-into-u...

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Oct 7


CJ Wolf from Lewiston Arrested for Using Online Platforms to Lure Children
An online investigation involving the FBI, New York State Police, and Lancaster Police has led to the arrest of five men from Buffalo,...

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Oct 6


Body Recovered from Water After Reported Jump from I-190 Bridge
A man’s body was pulled from the water at the Foot of Ferry in Buffalo on Wednesday evening following a multi-agency response. According...

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Oct 2


Trooper Shoot and Kills 18-year-old Who Tried to Stab Woman with Scissors
Authorities say an 18-year-old man was shot and killed by a New York State Trooper in Chemung on Sunday after threatening a woman during...

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Sep 29


New York State Police Warn Parents About Roblox After Children Targeted by Predators
On September 3rd, New York State Police issued a warning to parents after a reported threat involving the online gaming platform Roblox....

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Sep 18


16-year-old Killed in Overnight Crash
A 16-year-old from Olean lost his life early Sunday morning after being struck by a vehicle on Interstate 86, according to New York State...

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Sep 17


State Police Await Autopsy of Teen Who Drowned in Niagara County Pond
UPDATE Authorities are continuing their investigation into the drowning of 17-year-old Quinn J. Cratsenberg of Royalton who died after...

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Aug 18


Police Identify Teen Who Drowned in Niagara County Pond
UPDATE New York State Police have released the name of a 17-year-old who drowned in a Royalton retention pond on Sunday night. Troopers...

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Aug 14


New York State Police Officers Assist in Texas Flood Recovery
The dedication of the New York State Police is well known at home, but this summer residents of Texas witnessed it firsthand. According...

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Aug 12


Teen Drowns in Niagara County, Authorities Investigating
A 17-year-old lost his life Sunday evening after drowning in a pond in the Town of Royalton, according to New York State Police. Troopers...

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Aug 11


Canadian Father Accused of Killing Daughter in Upstate New York, Falsely Claimed Kidnapping
A Montreal man is facing charges after New York authorities say he murdered his 9-year-old daughter while on vacation in the U.S. and...

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Jul 22


Teen Killed in Late-night Crash on Grand Island; Several Others Injured Including a Child
A 19-year-old man is dead and several others are injured following a two-vehicle collision late Friday night on Grand Island, according...

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Jul 6


VIDEO: Body Camera Shows Upstate New York Man Point Gun at Troopers Before Fatal Shooting
Newly released body camera footage reveals an encounter outside a New York State Police barracks in Saratoga County where a 69-year-old...

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Jun 9


Fired New York State Trooper Sues to Regain Job, Cites Flawed Drug Test and Gender Bias
A former New York State Trooper has filed a lawsuit seeking reinstatement after she was dismissed over a positive drug test which her...

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May 28
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