Road rage
On Wednesday, Aug. 28, at 3:30 p.m., police were dispatched to Railroad Avenue, Bedford Hills, on a report of a disturbance in a parking lot. They spoke with a taxi driver and a passenger who described a woman driving on Bedford Road near Cherry Street who was speeding and cut off the cab. The woman, a Bedford Village resident, had a few things of her own to say about the cab. She followed it to the parking lot and initiated a verbal argument. Neither party cared to pursue the matter further and a report was made for documentation only.
Party crasher
On Saturday, Aug. 31, at 9:47 p.m., police went to a residence on Hook Road, Bedford, on a report of a party crasher. They spoke to the homeowner who said the man, who lives up the street, wasn’t invited. Police spoke with the unwanted party who said he was under the impression it was an open house and said he’d been at the party for two hours before being asked to leave. Police told him not to come back unless he’s invited.
Monday, Aug. 26
12:21 p.m. — A woman stuck in an elevator at the Hunting Ridge Mall on Old Post Road, Bedford, was freed by Bedford firefighters.
3:55 p.m. — A woman was reported walking in the roadway on McLain Street, Bedford Hills; the caller thought she might be in need of assistance. Police contacted her and she said she was fine and walking home to Mount Kisco.
9:28 p.m. — Police went to a residence on Adams Street, Bedford Hills, for a report of a woman crying. On their arrival, they saw a man standing outside holding a young child. There was a language barrier and as no Spanish-speaking officer was available, police used a translating app on their phone to facilitate a conversation. They spoke with the woman who said she and the man had argued and it turned physical. He struck her on the wrist and her face which is when she called 911. Her friend arrived and took her and her young son to their home in Mount Kisco. A New York state domestic incident report was completed and the woman was provided with information on how to get help for her situation.
Tuesday, Aug. 27
11:39 a.m. — A CVS employee on Bedford Road, Bedford Hills, reported that an unknown man entered the store and stole two electric toothbrushes valued at about $250. Police say the employee followed him out of the store and saw him get into a car where someone was waiting; the car was seen headed towards Green Lane. The store has surveillance video and police are investigating.
5:21 p.m. — Police went to a home on Bedford Road, Bedford Hills, for a report of a domestic incident. There was a language barrier and police used the translation app on their phones as no Spanish-speaking officer was available. A female, 24, said she and her boyfriend went to a relative’s home to collect her child. An argument started between the woman and her mother and her sister, who are seeking custody of the victim’s child. The sister pushed the complainant and someone called 911. Katonah Bedford Hills Volunteer Ambulance Corps was on scene but the woman declined medical attention. The victim, her boyfriend and the victim’s son were brought to headquarters for paperwork and the other parties left the residence. A New York state domestic incident report was completed and child protective services were notified of the situation.
Wednesday. Aug. 28
1:35 p.m. — A motorcyclist, male, 68, was reported down in the roadway on Route 117, Bedford Hills, in front of McDonald’s. He said he was making a right hand turn out of the parking lot when he lost his balance and fell off his bike, sustaining a minor laceration to his hand. His bike was damaged and he refused medical attention.
8:51 p.m. — A resident of Harris Road, Bedford Hills, spoke to police after her son called them to say she’d locked him out of their condo. The mother told police she wouldn’t let him back inside because the last time she did, he stole something from her. The son said he was going to spend the night in White Plains and he would speak to his mother later.
Thursday, Aug. 29
10:51 a.m. — A female, 84, was taken to Northern Westchester Hospital by Bedford firefighters after she fell in her Bedford home after tripping over a carpet. No further information was provided.
5:40 p.m. — A motorcycle reported weaving between cars was struck by one after stopping at a traffic light on Cross River Road, Katonah. No injuries were reported and the motorcycle did not require a tow.
Friday, Aug. 30
12:30 p.m. — The dog control officer responded to an animal rescue operation located on Babbitt Road, Bedford Hills, after the rescue reported two cats were returned without paperwork after being adopted. The reporting party said the person who adopted the cats failed to pay the adoption fee. That person’s son found the cats famished and dehydrated and returned them to the rescue. When asked to provide the cats’ paperwork including vaccination information, the son bolted. The rescue made a report with law enforcement.
10:22 p.m. — A man came to headquarters seeking police advice. He said he formerly resided at an equine facility on Succabone Road, Bedford Hills, which is still his current place of employment. He said his wife moved out and his employer gave him a deadline when he had to clear out of the apartment. He missed that deadline and said he found his belongings outside and that some of them were missing. He did not enter the apartment or take his belongings. Police advised him not to return until he was invited to do so by the property owner.
Saturday, Aug. 31
9:48 p.m. — A malfunctioning hot water heater brought police and Bedford Hills firefighters to a residence on Haines Road, Bedford Hills, after a report of a fire in the basement. There was no fire and firefighters disconnected the water heater and told the resident to call a plumber for service.
Sunday, Sept. 1
1:10 p.m. — An older woman who collapsed in the ShopRite parking lot on South Bedford Road, Bedford Hills, told police and Katonah Bedford Hills Volunteer Ambulance Corps crew she was fine and didn’t need assistance.
2:13 p.m. — A caller on Hook Road, Bedford, reported there was a raccoon on the porch trying to enter the house. They said the animal looked ill. Police looked for the raccoon but didn’t find it. The caller was told to call back if it returned.
— Eve Marx, The Recorder staff writer
This report was made from official reports provided by the Bedford Police Department.