New York State Police
Coverage of New York State Police in the Nexus archive.
- Hudson man arrested on assault, strangulation charges
A man from Hudson was arrested by New York State Police on assault and strangulation charges following an investigation. The arrest occurred on Tuesday as part of a criminal case involving alleged violent offenses.
- Man reported missing out of Hadley
New York State Police are asking the public to help locate a person reported missing from Hadley. The individual went missing on Monday, and authorities are seeking assistance in the search.
- Scientists explain evidence tests performed in Frattolin trial
Scientific testimonies were presented in the trial of Luciano Frattolin, detailing evidence testing related to Melina's body. A forensic scientist testified that blood was found on four sections of Melina's purple jacket.
- Driver dies after I-890 crash in Schenectady
A driver died in a fatal car crash on Interstate 890 in Schenectady. New York State Police are investigating the incident.
- 9 people injured in single-car crash on Palisades Interstate: NYSP
Nine people were hospitalized after a minivan crashed on the Palisades Interstate Parkway near Exit 11 in the Town of Ramapo, according to New York State Police and PIX11.
- Lyft driver believes trooper saved him from becoming a convicted killer’s next victim
A Lyft driver in New York unknowingly transported Ayub Guled, a man wanted for murder in Florida. A state trooper's traffic stop revealed Guled's true identity, drugs, and weapons, preventing what the driver believes could have been a fatal encounter. Guled was later convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison.
- Lyft driver believes trooper saved him from becoming a convicted killer’s next victim
A Lyft driver in New York, Larry Keech, unknowingly transported Ayub Guled, a man wanted for murder in Florida. A state trooper, Connor Sutton, pulled Keech over for speeding, discovered drugs and weapons in Guled's luggage, leading to his arrest and eventual life sentence. Keech believes the traffic stop saved his life.
- Lyft driver believes trooper saved him from becoming a convicted killer’s next victim
A New York Lyft driver, Larry Keech, unknowingly transported Ayub Guled, a fugitive wanted for murder in Florida. New York State Police Investigator Connor Sutton pulled Keech over for speeding, discovered drugs and weapons in Guled's luggage, and identified him through fingerprints. Guled was later convicted and sentenced to life in prison.
- NYSP conduct underage drinking enforcement detail in Washington County
New York State Police conducted an underage drinking enforcement detail in Washington County, checking 25 businesses. One business was found not to be in compliance and was charged as a result.
- Man dies in truck crash during Sullivan County storm
A man died in a truck crash in Sullivan County during heavy storms on July 29. New York State Police are investigating the incident.
- Murdered 9-year-old begged not to go on trip with dad months before he allegedly killed her, mom testifies
The mother of 9-year-old Melina Frattolin testified that her daughter refused to travel with her father to Ethiopia months before prosecutors allege he killed her during a summer trip to New York. The father is charged with second-degree murder and concealment of a human corpse after falsely reporting Melina's abduction and later admitting during questioning that killing her overseas would have been easier.
- 1 severely injured after logging accident in Fort Ann
One person was severely injured in a logging accident in Fort Ann and was airlifted to the hospital, according to New York State Police.
- 3 injured following wrong-way crash on Thruway in Albany County
Three people were sent to the hospital early Saturday morning following a wrong-way crash on the New York State Thruway in Coeymans, according to New York State Police.
- Multiple injured after bus rollover on Thruway in Ulster County
A bus rollover on the Thruway in Ulster County resulted in multiple injuries. New York State Police responded to the incident on Tuesday morning.
- Teen identified as victim of Marbletown drowning
A teen has been identified as the victim of a drowning in Marbletown, New York. The New York State Police are investigating the incident in Ulster County.
- Missing Dutchess County official found after dayslong search
A public official reported missing from the town of Dover in Dutchess County was found after a dayslong search, according to New York State Police.
- Washington County pursuit leads to stolen vehicle arrests
A stolen vehicle reported in central Massachusetts was recovered in Washington County following a pursuit by New York State Police. The incident resulted in arrests related to the theft.
- NYSP seize 500 pounds of cannabis after Northway chase
New York State Police seized 500 pounds of cannabis during a vehicle pursuit on the Northway in Warren and Saratoga Counties, leading to the arrest of two individuals.
- NYSP: 2 taken into custody after police pursuit ends on I-87
A police pursuit ended with two people being taken into custody in the Wilton area on Thursday evening. The pursuit began at about 3:20 p.m. near Exit 18 on the I-87 Northway, according to New York State Police.
- NYSP conclude search for missing Dover man, leads still being pursued
The New York State Police have concluded their search for Ryan Courtien, a town of Dover official who went missing nearly four days ago. He was last seen at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, and authorities continue pursuing leads.
- 1 sent to hospital after tractor-trailer rollover in Saugerties
One person was injured Tuesday morning following a tractor-trailer rollover in the town of Saugerties, according to New York State Police.
- 11-year-old dies after swimming in country club pool, police say
An 11-year-old boy died after being found unresponsive in a country club pool in Union, N.Y. Authorities and lifeguards attempted resuscitation efforts, but the child passed away a day later at a hospital. The incident is under investigation, with no foul play suspected.
- 11-year-old dies after swimming in country club pool, police say
An 11-year-old boy died after being found unresponsive in a country club pool in Union, N.Y. Authorities responded to Binghamton Country Club on July 8, where lifesaving efforts were initiated before the child was hospitalized. The death is under investigation, with no foul play suspected.
- 11-year-old dies after swimming in country club pool, police say
An 11-year-old boy died after being found unresponsive in the Binghamton Country Club pool on July 8. Emergency responders and lifeguards initiated lifesaving measures, but the child later died at Upstate University Hospital. The medical examiner will determine the official cause of death, and no foul play is suspected.
- State Police respond to Thruway rollover crash near Coxsackie
New York State Police responded to a rollover crash on the Thruway in Greene County near Coxsackie on Friday afternoon. The incident involved a single vehicle overturning.
- Three charged for gang assault, robbery in Ballston Spa
Three individuals were charged with gang assault and robbery in Ballston Spa following a monthslong investigation by New York State Police.
- Troopers seize three pounds of cocaine in Malta arrest
New York State Police seized three pounds of cocaine during an arrest in Malta. A Brooklyn man was apprehended following a traffic stop.
- 10 arrested amid Ulster County narcotics investigation
Ten individuals were arrested as part of a months-long narcotics investigation in Ulster County, reported by New York State Police.
- 18-year-old killed in Ellenville motorcycle crash
An 18-year-old recent graduate of Ellenville High School was killed in a motorcycle crash. Ryan Conklin was identified by the New York State Police as the victim.
- State Police arrest Brunswick armed robbery suspect
New York State Police arrested a suspect in an armed robbery case in Brunswick. A public safety alert was issued as part of the ongoing investigation.
- New York State Police to increase patrols for Fourth of July
The New York State Police will increase patrols during the Fourth of July holiday weekend to address drunk and drugged driving and other traffic violations.
- Crash closes all lanes of Northway on the Twin Bridges
A multi-car collision on one of the Northway's Twin Bridges has closed all lanes, with New York State Police conducting an investigation.
- Police identify Hoosic River drowning victim
New York State Police have identified the person who drowned in the Hoosic River on Saturday. The victim's identity was confirmed, but no further details were provided in the report.
- Driver identified in wrong-way car, ambulance crash in Albany
New York State Police have identified the driver involved in a wrong-way car and ambulance crash on I-90 in Albany on Saturday.
- Child, 4, dies from injuries sustained in Long Island crash: police
A 4-year-old child, Christopher King-Morris, died from injuries sustained in a single-car crash on the Southern State Parkway in Hempstead, N.Y. The crash occurred on June 17, and the child was declared dead on June 24 after a week in critical condition.
- Person drowns while swimming in Rensselaer County river
A person drowned while swimming in the Hoosic River in Rensselaer County. New York State Police are investigating the incident.
- 3 injured after wrong-way car crashes into ambulance in Albany
Three people were injured after a wrong-way car crash involving an ambulance occurred on I-90 Exit 6 in Albany, as reported by New York State Police.
- 6 killed, dozens displaced in motel fire; suspect arrested
Six people died and 73 were displaced in a motel fire in Endwell, New York, which authorities say was intentionally set. Tyler J. Russell, 24, was arrested and charged with six counts of manslaughter and one count of arson.
- State Police investigating fire at abandoned building in Coxsackie
New York State Police are investigating a fire at an abandoned building in Coxsackie. The incident occurred on Thursday, prompting an official inquiry.
- Two Ohio men arrested on felony weapon charges in Albany
Two men from Ohio were arrested on felony weapon charges in Albany following a traffic stop. The arrests were reported by New York State Police.