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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. […]
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Rochester Police Department (RPD) is appealing to the public for help in locating a suspect involved in a July mass shooting at Maplewood Park. Authorities are searching for 20-year-old Niger Johnson, who is wanted on charges of reckless endangerment and criminal possession of a weapon. During a news conference on Wednesday, […]
Governor Kathy Hochul delivered a public safety update in Rochester, focusing on efforts to combat crime in the city. While she highlighted significant progress in reducing crime in 2024—including a 40% drop in shootings and a 58% decrease in car thefts—recent violent incidents have raised concerns. Hochul referenced a series of tragedies, including a homicide […]
In Rochester, New York, a series of incidents involving reckless driving by teens in stolen cars has prompted police action. Over the past 24 hours, five teenagers have been arrested following dangerous driving activities, including a chase that ended with three young suspects aged between 13 and 16 in custody. These events occurred near Franklin […]
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