Schenectady Police Department

For the last few months, the Schenectady Police Department has partnered with Feed Albany to create a program we have called Feed the City. Every Thursday from 1-2 PM members of the Police Department have joined up with volunteers from the community to pass out meals to those in need. We have set up at various locations such as Mohawk Ambulance on State St, the Bridge St. Church parking lot, and most recently outside of the City Mission. The two volunteers pictured with Lieut...enant Mike Dalton are students at Schenectady Community College and have not missed an event yet. Syndey Swedick drives 45 minutes every day just to volunteer her time to help out the community. Dravid Seecharan not only serves his community through events like this, but also serves his country as a member of the Marine Corp Reserves. Each Thursday, these two, along with other volunteers, pass out over 100 meals to the residents of Schenectady. Thank you Sydney and Dravid for all of your help! See more

The Schenectady Police Department has been made aware of two thefts from vehicles that occurred during the overnight hours. In both incidents, the suspect used a heavy object to break a window in order to gain entry into the vehicle. The first incident occurred inside the Municipal Parking Garage, located at 220 Broadway, and the second occurred in a parking lot located on Franklin Street. Both scenes were processed and are currently under investigation. Often, our department... will respond to reports of cars rummaged through overnight, which are usually accessed when the owner forgets to lock their door or roll up their window. In this last night’s incidents though, the suspect or suspects, broke the windows to potentially retrieve something of value inside. We would like to remind residents and visitors to our city of the importance of not only locking your car door, but also removing any items of value which may be in eyesight. In the event that something must be stored in your vehicle, it is best to utilize the trunk. See more

NEWS RELEASE Auto Pedestrian Accident Investigation- Update The female that was struck last night in the area of 1020 Crane St. has been identified as Anna M. Escobar, 65 years old of Schenectady. Ms. Escobar was transported last night to Albany Medical Center where she later succumbed to her injuries.... The Schenectady Police Department’s Traffic Division is continuing its investigation. The driver of the vehicle is cooperating, and drugs and alcohol are not believed to be a factor. The intersection of Crane St, Chrisler Ave, and Main Ave has been reopened to all traffic. This is an ongoing investigation and there are no further details at this time.

NEWS RELEASE Motor Vehicle Accident Investigation - Update The Schenectady Police Department has made an arrest in regard to the motor vehicle accident that occurred on State St. on June 23, 2021. Arrested and charged in regard to the incident is:... Graves, Leon, 53 years old of Schenectady Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd Degree Class B Felony Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 4th Degree Class C Felony Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 5th Degree Class D Felony Unlawful fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle 2nd Degree Class E Felony Reckless Endangerment 2nd Degree Class A Misdemeanor (2 counts) Endangering the Welfare of a Child Class A Misdemeanor (2 counts) And numerous NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law Violations. There is no further information available at this time

One of the many great photos from yesterday's ceremony honoring our 150th anniversary. Retired Assistant Chief Jack Falvo and Assistant Chief Michael Seber, wearing his original light blue sergeants uniform. *Photo credit-Carissa Vazzana

NEWS RELEASE Motor Vehicle Accident Investigation At approximately 1:17 pm on Wednesday June 23, 2021 officers from the Schenectady Police Department were dispatched to the area of Hilderbrandt Av and Moyston St for multiple reports of two individuals physically fighting. The caller made mention that one of the individuals was in possession of an axe, and that they heard talk of a gun. While officers were en-route to the scene, additional calls were received reporting that t...he individuals involved were leaving the area in a red four door vehicle. Officers from the Schenectady County Street Crimes Task Force were in the area and witnessed that red vehicle nearby on State St. The Task Force officers initiated a traffic stop near the intersection of Victory Av and Catherine St. As the officers approached the vehicle on foot, it sped off west bound on Victory Av. As the officers got back into their vehicle, they witnessed the red sedan take a left onto Chestnut St (southbound) at a high rate of speed. The officers attempted to catch up to the vehicle, and as they turned southbound onto Chestnut St they witnessed the vehicle strike a FedEx tractor trailer at the intersection of Chestnut St and State St. and become pinned underneath. As the officers approached the accident scene, they began to radio for additional units and medics to respond to that area. The driver, a 53 year old male and two (2) backseat passengers, a 15 year old male and a 14 year old male, all had to he extricated from the vehicle by members of the Schenectady Fire Department. All three (3) occupants were transported to Albany Med, one via helicopter. The 53 year old male and 14 year old male are currently at Albany Med in stable condition, while the 15 year old male is in critical condition. The Schenectady Police Department’s traffic division and the New York State Police are currently on scene reconstructing the accident in its entirety. State St is expected to be closed for an extended period of time in both directions between Hulett St and Moyston St.

Last year we were asked by CAP COM Federal Credit Union and Make-A-Wish Northeast New York to help create a wish for Connor, a young man from Glenville who wants to be a police officer. With the pandemic halting many of our community activities, we had to delay our plans for a bit. That was until last night, when we had a chance to meet Connor and his family in person at Jumpin’ Jacks! We had ice cream, laughed, and took tours of the police cars, along with our friends from the Village of Scotia Police Department. We also delivered a custom Schenectady Police uniform and a few other things Connor will need for his wish day, later this summer! We can’t wait to see you then Police Recruit Connor!

Have you heard of Schenectady Cares? The idea behind the program is simple; if you need help with a substance use disorder but aren’t sure where to turn, just walk into the Schenectady Police Department. From here we can help connect you with inpatient and outpatient services in the Capital Region and beyond, through our tremendous partnerships with New Choices Recovery Center, New Choices COTI Project, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany, Project Safe Point, and th...e Schenectady County Office of Community Services. Recovery is a big step and can sometimes be confusing, so we are here help. If today may not be the day that you’re ready, please consider the many services our partners offer, from clean syringe exchange to Narcan kits. Below you can find the contact information for some our partners. Catholic Charities/Project SAFEPoint 24/7 Toll free 1-866-930-4999. Harm-reduction services, overdose prevention, treatment readiness and referral, syringe exchange, HIV and Hepatitis C Screening http://www.projectsafepointcc.org/ New Choices Recovery Center/COTI Project Call 518-688-4901 or 518-346-4436. Provides out-patient services, MAT, Tele-Medicine, Friends of Recovery, and family support. http://www.newchoicesrecovery.org/

News Release 2020 Ieasha Merritt Homicide On the morning of July 5, 2020, just before 6:30am, Ieasha Merritt, a mom, was shot and left lying in a parking lot on the corner of Albany and Hamlin Streets. She was not the intended victim, rather she was caught in the line of fire as three masked gunmen emerged from a vehicle and began shooting across the parking lot, still occupied by more than 10 people at the time. The shooters fled, and so too did everyone in the lot, as five ...cars drove around Ieasha, leaving her alone and critically wounded. Minutes would pass before someone stopped and called for help. Ieasha died several days later in the hospital. Since the incident, investigators have worked tirelessly to identify the shooters and bring justice to Ieasha’s family. Witnesses have been interviewed, the shooter’s vehicle identified, and leads have been followed. As we are now approaching the one-year anniversary of Ieasha’s death, we are again asking for the public’s help. If anyone has information on this incident or was at the July 4th/5th party that occurred prior, please contact the Schenectady Police Department’s Tips Line at 518-788-6566.

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Monitoring the bear's morning walk.

Good afternoon. We have been informed by our partners in Public Health that there have been 8 overdoses today in Schenectady County likely due to adulterated cocaine. Please, if you are ready, reach out to one of the agencies below or utilize our walk-in Schenectady Cares Program, where we can help connect you with services. The Living Room- Provides an alternate to visiting Emergency Room for mental health crises https://rehab.org//schenectady-living-room-crisis-services/... Conifer Park - Provides in-patient, out-patient, MAT, and Family Support services http://www.coniferpark.com/ New Choices - Provides in-patient services, out-patient services, MAT, COTI Project, Tele-Medicine, Friends of Recovery, and Family Support http://www.newchoicesrecovery.org/ Catholic Charities/Project Safe Pointe 24/7 Health Hub toll free #, harm reduction services, overdose prevention, treatment readiness and referral, syringe exchange, HIV and Hepatitis C Screening http://www.projectsafepointcc.org/ Hometown Health Schenectady - Health Center that also provides MAT, employs CRPAs, and their nurses are trained in SBIRT http://hometownhealthcenters.org/ Ellis Emergency Department- Now providing MAT and referrals to treatment, and also provides CRPAS: Mon-Fri 8-4 with referrals to either Conifer Park or Catholic Charities outside of those hours http://www.ellismedicine.org/emergency/24-7emergency.aspx The Schenectady Cares Program at the Schenectady Police Department- 24 hour, walk-in program which helps individuals connect with services throughout the region.

Did you know that the Schenectady Police Department posts its policies online? Please see the link below. https://www.cityofschenectady.com//Schenectady-Police-Depa

Update January 2nd 9:00pm: Mahabeer Singh has been located and is safe. The Schenectady Police Department would like to thank the public for their assistance along with members of the New York State Police Aviation Unit, the Albany County Sheriff's Office K9 Unit, the Capital District Transportation Authority - CDTA and Schenectady Neighborhood Watch.

****UPDATE**** Angel has been located. We would like to thank the community for their assistance in this matter. Detectives from the Schenectady Police Department's Youth Aid Bureau are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Angel Garcia. Angel is believed to be in the local area. Please see the picture below for more details.

The Schenectady Police Department was happy to join with the Schenectady Fire Department in wishing Ms. Pauline Cook a happy 100th birthday today! It was great to see you and we wish you the best in 2021.

***LOCATED, THANK YOU FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE*** News Release Missing Vulnerable Adult ... The Schenectady Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing vulnerable adult, last seen today, January 2, 2021, between 4:30pm-5:00pm. The missing male is Mahabeer Singh (66 years old) of the Hamilton Hill neighborhood. He is approximately 5’3, 120-130lbs. Mr. Singh suffers from dementia and was last known to be wearing a sleeveless shirt, shorts and flip flops (photo attached was taken today). He was last seen in the area of Close Street at approximately 4:30pm and 735 State Street (State Street Pizza) at approximately 5:00pm. Police urge anyone who believes they have seen Mr. Singh to contact 518-630-0911 or 911. The department is actively searching for Mr. Singh and we will provide updates as they become available.

NEWS RELEASE Arrest made in Shots Fired Incident On Thursday morning November 26, 2020 at approximately 9:48 a.m. officers from the Schenectady Police Department were dispatched to the area of Sixth Avenue and Pleasant Street for a report of shots fired. Upon officer’s arrival on scene, it was discovered that a vehicle had been struck by gunfire.... Since that time, Detectives from the Schenectady Police Department have been investigating the incident further. At approximately 6:00 a.m. this morning, Detectives from the Schenectady Police Department with the assistance of the US Marshal Task Force executed a search warrant at 1809 Jerome Avenue in regards to the November 26th incident. Arrested in regards to the November 26th shooting is Edward H. Fick (37 years old of Schenectady). Mr. Fick is currently facing the following charges: Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd Degree Class C Felony Reckless Endangerment 1st Degree Class D Felony. Additionally, during the execution of the search warrant this morning, Mr. Fick was found to be in possession of a semi-automatic handgun and crack cocaine. Mr. Fick will face the following charges in regards to this morning’s incident: Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance 4th Degree Class C Felony Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd Degree Class D Felony. Mr. Fick is currently being held awaiting arraignment by the sitting Schenectady City Court Judge.

Happy New Year to one and all!

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas from everyone at the Schenectady Police Department.