DWI arrest for driver released to hospital care
A resident of Elmsford, male, 37, was arrested Monday, July 8, at 5:27 p.m., on Fox Lane, Bedford, charged with DWI. Police received a report of someone blocking a driveway with their car. Police responding saw the described vehicle moving and swerving in and out of traffic lanes. A traffic stop was initiated and the operator was observed to have slurred speech and other signs of intoxication. An open bottle of tequila was visible on the car seat. The driver told police he had consumed two drinks. There was a language barrier and a Spanish-speaking officer was requested. The subject was unable to complete field sobriety tests, claiming he had a leg injury, and was transported to headquarters for processing. His car was towed. Due to his suspected level of intoxication, an ambulance was requested and he was transported to Northern Westchester hospital by Mount Kisco Volunteer Ambulance Corps. He was issued three summonses and is scheduled to appear in court July 24.
Binghamton man reported missing found at local deli
A resident of Binghamton, male, 85, reported missing a day earlier by his wife, was found by an employee at Paulie’s Deli Woods Bridge Road , Katonah, at 11:26 a.m. on Tuesday, July 9. An employee of the deli said an elderly man entered the deli shoeless and disoriented. The employee asked to see his identification and recognized the man had been reported missing a day earlier. Police arrived and contacted the man’s wife; she said she had reported him missing after he failed to return home from a trip to a local store. Katonah Bedford Hills Volunteer Ambulance Corps arrived and transported the man to Northern Westchester Hospital. Police notified the sheriff’s office in Binghamton. The man’s wife was advised of his whereabouts and said she and her daughter were on their way to meet him at the hospital.
Monday, July 8
12:38 a.m.— Police went to a residence on Harris Road, Bedford Hills, for a reported disturbance between a father and adult son. The parties had to be separated by police on their arrival. The father explained he occasionally has a friend stay over and the son harasses her, entering her room, messing with her belongings. The son claims the guest is a thief and has stolen his property. Both men agreed to stay apart for the rest of the night and a New York state domestic incident report was completed.
3:02 p.m. — A resident of Tucker Road, Bedford Hills, said a neighbor’s dog that had been reported missing had entered her home and cause damage. She was alerted to the dog’s presence by her house cleaner who recognized the dog from signage in the Penwood complex. The dog’s owner was contacted and retrieved their dog. Later, the house cleaner found urine and excrement on the carpets. The homeowner contacted the dog’s owner to discuss the matter, but the dog owner did not return phone calls or texts. The homeowner’s insurance company became involved regarding the property damage and suggested the homeowner obtain a police report as this could become a civil matter.
4:39 p.m. — A motorcycle and car collided on Old Post Road, Bedford. The operator of the motorcycle said he was traveling south on Route 121 in the vicinity of The Farms when a car making a turn on the road struck them. The driver told police they never saw the motorcyclist. The motorcyclist sustained a minor arm injury but declined hospital transport. Their motorcycle was towed. The operator of the car was uninjured and their car did not require a tow. No citations were given.
6:10 p.m. — A resident of Jefferson Lane, Bedford, reported their dog was struck by a car a day earlier. The resident did not provide details of the dog’s condition. A report was made for documentation.
Tuesday, July 9
3:33 a.m. — A female caller on Byram Lake Road, Bedford Hills, reported a possible intruder inside the house. Police spoke to the woman’s son who said his mother was on medication, which affected her perception. He said there was no intruder in the home and asked police not to come to the residence.
5:06 a.m. — A resident of Meadow Lane, Katonah, reported a possible attempted crime. She said when her daughter left the house early that morning, she saw a man who seemed about to break into her mother’s car which was parked next to the home. The man ran off when spotted, getting into a minivan. The daughter was unable to describe the man or the van. Nothing was missing from the mother’s car. Officers checked the area with negative results.
Wednesday, July 10
2:00 a.m. — Police went to a residence on Harris Road, Bedford Hills, for an argument between a son, 46, and his mother, 78, over money. In front of the police, the son said he would repay his mother. A New York state domestic incident report was completed.
7:39 a.m. — A man was reported sleeping on the ground on Cherry Street, Katonah, in the vicinity of Route 35. He told police he was homeless and traveling north from Florida and declined all offers of assistance. He was last seen walking west on Route 35.
Thursday, July 10
11:07 a.m. — Police interacted with an unhoused couple often reported as needing assistance in Bedford Hills. The two individuals were located on Bedford Center Road near Stone Bridge Lane. The man said he lost medication on the roadway and would seek a refill at Northern Westchester Hospital. The couple continued on their way and no further action was taken.
12:32 p.m. — At a home on Bulls Head Road, Bedford, a mother and adult daughter argued over her plans to go to New York City. Police advised the mother that her adult daughter was free to go where she wanted. The daughter left the home in an Uber. A New York state domestic incident report was completed.
5:36 p.m. — A caller on Lakeside Drive, Katonah, reported they found a pet pigeon with a yellow tag on its leg. Police arrived and soon after a passerby remarked that a neighbor on an adjacent street keeps pet pigeons. That person was notified and they came to retrieve their bird.
Friday, July 11
3:38 a.m. — Two people were reported walking on North Salem Road, Katonah. When police located them, they said they had just moved into the area and were unaware of the lack of taxis at this hour. They told police they were trying to get to Ridgefield, Connecticut. The officer gave them a courtesy ride to the Katonah train station where they waited for other transportation.
Saturday, July 12
10:41 a.m. — An intoxicated man was reported on Katonah Avenue, Katonah, asking for money. Police located him near Chase Bank. He said he was originally from New York City and currently homeless. He denied asking anyone for money, declined assistance from the police and set off walking.
11:32 a.m. — A horse was reported stuck in mud at an equine facility on Succabone Road, Bedford Hills. Other departments were contacted for mutual aid, but none had the proper equipment to assist with extricating the horse. Police had to leave the scene for a priority call. The condition of the horse is unknown.
Sunday, July 13
5:40 p.m. — Police officers provided security at an outdoor music event held at Bedford Village Memorial Park on Greenwich Road, Bedford. No incidents were reported.
— Eve Marx, The Recorder staff writer This report was made from official reports provided by the Bedford Police Department.