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crime2 years ago

"Fatalities Mount in New Year's Concert Venue Attacks Near Rochester, New York"

The Rochester Police Department announced the death of another victim from the intentional New Year's Day crash outside the Kodak Theater, bringing the total fatalities to four, including the suspect. The suspect, Michael Avery, had visited Rochester multiple times before the attack and was familiar with the area. Police found gas cans in his possession and evidence suggesting he scouted the location before the attack. However, investigators have not found a motive for the attack and are asking for information from witnesses.

via RochesterFirst|
#crime#intentional-crash#investigation
crime2 years ago

Red Kettle Thieves Target Salvation Army in Rochester

The Rochester Police Department is investigating the theft of over $300 from a Salvation Army Red Kettle at the Apache Mall in Rochester. Security footage showed a man and woman overcoming security measures on the kettle and taking it. The money collected in the kettles supports the Christmas Assistance Program and the organization's annual budget. The last days of bell ringing will be on December 22 and 23, with Mayo Clinic matching up to $100,000 raised on those days. Authorities are asking for the public's help in identifying the suspects.

via ABC 6 News KAAL TV|
#crime#investigation#red-kettle
crime2 years ago

Spate of Carjackings Plague Rochester's Streets

A man was hospitalized after a carjacking incident on Mt. Vernon Ave in Rochester. The victim was approached by armed suspects who demanded his car keys and assaulted him before fleeing with his vehicle. The victim's injuries are not life-threatening, and there are currently no suspects in custody. The Rochester Police Department is seeking the public's help in providing further information about the incident.

via RochesterFirst|
#carjacking#crime#mt-vernon-ave
accidents2 years ago

Multiple Accidents Involving Police Cars and Parked Vehicles Cause Extensive Damage

A Rochester Police Department officer was involved in an accident while responding to a priority emergency, resulting in significant damage to five vehicles. The officer had to take evasive maneuvers to avoid a collision and ended up rear-ending a vehicle, causing a chain reaction that damaged three parked vehicles. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported, and the area will remain closed until the vehicles are towed.

via RochesterFirst|
#accidents#no-injuries#parked-vehicles
crime2 years ago

Business owner apprehends armed burglary suspect

An armed burglary suspect was arrested after being confronted by a business owner at a scrap metal yard in Rochester. The suspect, who was trying to scrap stolen property, took out his weapon when confronted, prompting the business owner to defend himself with his legally owned pistol. The suspect then attempted to flee in a stolen vehicle, nearly striking a bystander, but crashed into a fence. The business owner fired at the suspect's vehicle in an effort to protect the bystander. The suspect was eventually apprehended by the police, and charges are still being determined. The business owner will not face any charges.

via RochesterFirst|
#armed-burglary#arrest#business-owner
crime2 years ago

Multiple Standoffs End in Man's Surrender on North Clinton Avenue

A man was arrested after an hours-long standoff on North Clinton Avenue in Rochester, New York. The Rochester Police Department responded to a report of neighbor trouble and discovered that one individual had entered a house with a firearm. After unsuccessful attempts to establish contact, a Hostage Negotiation Team successfully convinced the person to surrender. There were no hostages or active threats to the community. The police found a firearm and six secured dogs in the house. The 27-year-old man was the only occupant, and others living in the multi-family dwelling had been evacuated earlier.

via RochesterFirst|
#arrest#crime#firearm
weather2 years ago

Rochesterfest 2023: Parade, Photos, Forecast, Treasure Hunt Results.

The start time for Saturday's Rochesterfest Parade has been moved up to 1:30 p.m. due to weather conditions. The organizers are trying to complete the parade before severe weather arrives, and the Rochester Police Department will continue to monitor weather conditions. The threat of strong to severe storms is expected to develop along I-35 around 2 pm, with storms expected to reach the Rochester area between 3 pm & 4 pm.

via KTTC|
#parade#rochester-police-department#rochesterfest
crime2 years ago

Rochester sees surge in car thefts, resulting in multiple crashes and arrests.

A juvenile offender was arrested after a stolen vehicle crashed into two other vehicles and overturned on its roof in Rochester, New York. The incident occurred after the Rochester Police Department observed a potential stolen suspect vehicle in the area. The driver of one of the impacted vehicles was taken to the hospital for minor injuries, while the occupants of the other vehicle were unharmed. Multiple youth left the overturned car, and one child was taken into custody without incident. Specific charges are being determined at this time.

via RochesterFirst|
#arrest#car-crash#crime