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Source: WXXI News Published: March 23, 2026 New York’s Fourth Division Court of Appeals upheld a ruling that strips the Rochester Police Accountability Board of its investigative and disciplinary powers. The court agreed with a lower court ruling brought by the Rochester Police Locust Club union, finding that the PAB does not have the authority […]
Source: RochesterFirst (WROC) Published: March 19, 2026 Residents and business owners along Lyell Avenue in Rochester gathered with police on Thursday for a community event called “Pizza with Police,” held at Linda’s New York Pizzeria. Attendees described challenges including homelessness, drug activity, and public safety concerns that have made people reluctant to visit the corridor. […]
The City of Rochester is recruiting volunteers for a civilian panel that helps interview police officer candidates and advises leadership. Applicants must be 21+, live in Rochester, pass a background check, and commit to training and a two-year term. Deadline: March 30 (rolling applications). https://www.cityofrochester.gov/departments/department-human-resource-management/civilian-public-safety-interview-panel https://www.whec.com/top-news/city-of-rochester-looking-for-panel-of-volunteers-that-help-hire-rpd-officers
Following a series of fights at Ontario Beach Park over the weekend, local leaders are focusing on strategies to maintain the area’s vitality and safety. Yversha Roman, president of the Monroe County Legislature and representative of District 26, highlighted the need for community mindfulness and announced that new safety measures, including entrance and exit arms […]
The Rochester Police Department is actively seeking new officers, with the application deadline fast approaching on Friday, April 4. Interested candidates will need to take a written exam on Saturday, May 4, followed by an agility test scheduled for June 20-22. To apply, candidates must meet the following criteria: Be a U.S. citizen Hold a […]
Rochester police are searching for a suspect after a dog was shot early Friday morning on St. Paul Street. According to the Rochester Police Department (RPD), the dog’s owner was walking with the dog off-leash when he suddenly heard a gunshot. Upon checking, he discovered that his dog had suffered a gunshot wound. Fortunately, the […]
Rochester police are investigating an incident in which at least two adults boarded a Rochester City School District (RCSD) bus and assaulted a 12-year-old student who was involved in a fight with a classmate. The attack, which occurred on January 27, 2025, was captured on a cell phone video and has sparked outrage in the […]
The Rochester Police Department (RPD) has arrested 20-year-old Niger Johnson in connection to the July 2024 shootout at Maplewood Park that left two people dead and five others injured. The victims, 25-year-old Tyasia Manning and 33-year-old Phylicia Counsel, were killed during a barbecue event when gunfire erupted. Johnson, who was identified as one of the […]
RTS is offering free rides on its RTS Connect buses starting at 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve. The initiative, announced in partnership with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and Rochester Police Department, aims to reduce drunk driving and promote safe celebrations during the holiday. This service provides residents with a convenient and responsible way […]
The Rochester Police Department (RPD) is launching the “Leave Behind Naloxone” program in collaboration with the Monroe County Health Department to combat opioid overdose deaths. As part of the initiative, RPD officers will be equipped with Naloxone kits to distribute to high-risk individuals, including overdose survivors, people with a history of overdosing, and their families. […]
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