US Attorney Blasts Albany PD's Handling Of Knife Attack Near Capitol: 'Disgraceful' US Attorney Blasts Albany PD's Handling Of Knife Attack Near Capitol: 'Disgraceful' US Attorney Blasts Albany PD's Handling Of Knife Attack Near Capitol: 'Disgraceful'
US Attorney Blasts Albany PD's Handling Of Knife Attack Near Capitol: 'Disgraceful' US Attorney John Sarcone is slamming the Albany Police Department after he says officers failed to respond when he was chased through the streets of Albany by a knife-wielding man. Sarcone, who leads the Northern District of New York, recounted the harrowing June 17 incident during a press conference Monday, June 23. He criticized the lack of police presence near the Capitol complex—even as the legislature was in session. “I’m appalled that there was no police presence around the Capitol,” Sarcone said. “In fact, Albany Police never even showed up on the scene. You have the US Attorney bein…
US Attorney Almost Murdered By Previously Deported Felon Outside Albany Hotel, DA Says US Attorney Almost Murdered By Previously Deported Felon Outside Albany Hotel, DA Says US Attorney Almost Murdered By Previously Deported Felon Outside Albany Hotel, DA Says
US Attorney Almost Murdered By Previously Deported Felon Outside Albany Hotel, DA Says A man is facing attempted murder charges after allegedly trying to attack US Attorney John Sarcone in upstate New York. Saul Morales-Garcia, 41, was arraigned in Albany County Court on Wednesday, June 18, hours after he allegedly attacked Sarcone, the US Attorney for the Northern District of New York, outside an Albany hotel, a spokesperson for the district attorney’s office told Daily Voice. Morales-Garcia, who is in the country illegally, made aggressive advances toward Sarcone with a knife and motioned as if suggesting he would cut Sarcone’s throat, Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple told…
Rapist Snuck Through Window Before Sexually Assaulting Albany Woman, Police Say Rapist Snuck Through Window Before Sexually Assaulting Albany Woman, Police Say Rapist Snuck Through Window Before Sexually Assaulting Albany Woman, Police Say
Rapist Snuck Through Window Before Sexually Assaulting Albany Woman, Police Say A 29-year-old man was arrested hours after breaking into an Albany home and raping a woman, police said. The attack happened in the capital city’s Center Square neighborhood, at a residence near Lancaster and Dove streets, at around 9:30 p.m. Sunday, June 15. A woman told police that a man forced his way into the home through a window before sexually assaulting her, according to Albany Police. The victim was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital for treatment. Shortly after noon on Monday, June 16, Albany Police announced that detectives arrested 29-year-old Lamont Evans in connection w…
Teen Took Uber, Vanished: Search On For Missing 13-Year-Old Girl From Schenectady Teen Took Uber, Vanished: Search On For Missing 13-Year-Old Girl From Schenectady Teen Took Uber, Vanished: Search On For Missing 13-Year-Old Girl From Schenectady
Teen Took Uber, Vanished: Search On For Missing 13-Year-Old Girl From Schenectady The search is on for a missing 13-year-old girl from Schenectady who has been missing for several days. Caleah Perkins, of Scotia, was last seen at around 8 p.m. Saturday, June 14, in the area of Monroe Street in Schenectady, according to police. Authorities believe the teen may have taken an Uber to an unknown location in Albany, but her exact whereabouts remain a mystery. Perkins was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, purple leggings, and black Nike sneakers. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Schenectady Police Department at 518-630-0911. Share this story by cli…
Driver Killed In Thruway Crash Involving Tractor-Trailer In Albany Driver Killed In Thruway Crash Involving Tractor-Trailer In Albany Driver Killed In Thruway Crash Involving Tractor-Trailer In Albany
Driver Killed In Thruway Crash Involving Tractor-Trailer In Albany A driver was killed when an SUV and tractor-trailer collided on the Thruway in Albany. The deadly wreck happened on westbound I-90 near the I-87 Northway interchange shortly after noon on Monday, June 16, according to New York State Police. Arriving troopers found the SUV driver dead at the scene, police said. The commercial truck driver was not injured and is cooperating with investigators. The left lane of westbound I-90 was expected to remain closed until 5:30 p.m. while investigators were on scene, police said. Authorities were withholding the victim’s identity pending family notifi…
Teen Among 4 Charged In Fatal Shooting Of Addiction Counselor Found In Albany Woods Teen Among 4 Charged In Fatal Shooting Of Addiction Counselor Found In Albany Woods Teen Among 4 Charged In Fatal Shooting Of Addiction Counselor Found In Albany Woods
Teen Among 4 Charged In Fatal Shooting Of Addiction Counselor Found In Albany Woods Several people, including a teenager, have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a 24-year-old man whose body was found in a wooded area of Albany earlier this year. Jamier Allen, of Albany, was discovered dead from multiple gunshot wounds in the Second Avenue neighborhood near Boenau Street around 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 26, as Daily Voice previously reported. Investigators now say Allen’s death is linked to a car fire reported four days earlier, on Saturday, March 22, near Delaware and Eagle streets. On Friday, June 13, Albany Police revealed that the following suspects …
Officers Bitten, Punched During Chaotic Domestic Dispute In Albany Officers Bitten, Punched During Chaotic Domestic Dispute In Albany Officers Bitten, Punched During Chaotic Domestic Dispute In Albany
Officers Bitten, Punched During Chaotic Domestic Dispute In Albany A domestic dispute in Albany spiraled into a violent altercation Thursday night, June 12, when responding officers were allegedly attacked by multiple family members. Officers were called around 7:20 p.m. to a home on Livingston Avenue for a reported dispute between two brothers, according to Albany Police. As they tried to deescalate the situation and separate the pair, other family members allegedly jumped in, physically attacking the officers on scene. One officer suffered a bite wound to his forearm, while another was punched in the face, police said. Both officers were treated on-site …
Shell Yeah! 5 Must-Try Seafood Restaurants In Capital Region, According To Foodies Shell Yeah! 5 Must-Try Seafood Restaurants In Capital Region, According To Foodies Shell Yeah! 5 Must-Try Seafood Restaurants In Capital Region, According To Foodies
Shell Yeah! 5 Must-Try Seafood Restaurants In Capital Region, According To Foodies Just because the Capital Region is landlocked doesn’t mean your summer seafood cravings have to go unsatisfied. From buttery lobster rolls to spicy Cajun boils, here are five must-try seafood shacks to hit before the season’s out, according to foodies. View this post on Instagram A post shared by black & blue Steak and Crab (@blackandbluesteakcrab) Black & Blue Steak and Crab—Albany Upscale surf‑n‑turf with rave reviews for crab cakes, lobster fondue, and calamari. Patrons love the wine list and sophisticated atmosphere. Customer fa…
Man Bludgeoned Pregnant GF Until Baby Died In Horrific 2-Day Assault In Albany, DA Says Man Bludgeoned Pregnant GF Until Baby Died In Horrific 2-Day Assault In Albany, DA Says Man Bludgeoned Pregnant GF Until Baby Died In Horrific 2-Day Assault In Albany, DA Says
Man Bludgeoned Pregnant GF Until Baby Died In Horrific 2-Day Assault In Albany, DA Says A pregnant New York woman lost her baby after enduring a brutal two-day assault carried out by her boyfriend, prosecutors alleged. Tylique Young, 18, of Albany, was arraigned on kidnapping, assault, and robbery charges in Albany County Court on Wednesday, June 4, after allegedly beating the victim with a hammer inside his Orange Street apartment in Albany, according to the DA’s office. Young is accused of holding his 19-year-old girlfriend—who was 27 weeks pregnant—hostage over the course of several hours on the night of Thursday, May 15, into the early morning of Friday, May 16. After st…
For 4th Time This Year, 16-Year-Old Girl Reported Missing In Capital Region For 4th Time This Year, 16-Year-Old Girl Reported Missing In Capital Region For 4th Time This Year, 16-Year-Old Girl Reported Missing In Capital Region
For 4th Time This Year, 16-Year-Old Girl Reported Missing In Capital Region A 16-year-old girl from the Capital Region has been reported missing for the fourth time this year. Charisma Myers-Gurley was last seen at her Albany residence on Friday, May 30, according to Albany Police. Additional details, including a clothing description and possible destination, were not given. Myers-Gurley was previously reported in February, March, and mid May, as Daily Voice reported. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Albany Police Department at 518-438-4000. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Dine-n-Dasher Whose Brutal Attack Left Albany Restaurant Owner With Brain Injury Learns Fate Dine-n-Dasher Whose Brutal Attack Left Albany Restaurant Owner With Brain Injury Learns Fate Dine-n-Dasher Whose Brutal Attack Left Albany Restaurant Owner With Brain Injury Learns Fate
Dine-n-Dasher Whose Brutal Attack Left Albany Restaurant Owner With Brain Injury Learns Fate A man who left a New York sushi restaurant owner with a traumatic brain injury after skipping out on a $425 bill will spend more than two decades in prison. Lucas Healey, age 43, of Albany, was sentenced to 22 years behind bars and five years of post-release supervision in Albany County Court on Friday, May 30, for the violent 2024 assault and robbery that nearly killed Shogun Sushi & Sake Bar co-owner Su Wen Zheng. During the trial, prosecutors described how Healey racked up a hefty food and drink tab at the popular Madison Avenue eatery but attempted to leave after paying just $50 on …
Chemistry Council Lobbyists Skirt Campaign Finance Laws: Rivertowns Activists Fight Back Chemistry Council Lobbyists Skirt Campaign Finance Laws: Rivertowns Activists Fight Back Chemistry Council Lobbyists Skirt Campaign Finance Laws: Rivertowns Activists Fight Back
Chemistry Council Lobbyists Skirt Campaign Finance Laws: Rivertowns Activists Fight Back In a David and Goliath standoff, 33 members of Beyond Plastics’s Lower Westchester Chapter, mostly Rivertowns residents, and 250 recycling and plastic reduction advocates met in Albany on May 7th to challenge industry lobbyists and encourage State legislators to Put People over Plastics. The group is fighting for passage of the NYS Packaging Reduction & Recycling Infrastructure Act (PRRIA) even as industry lobbyists try their best to kill it. With a strong PRRIA, New York has an opportunity to address the monumental scourge of plastic pollution and lead the nation in reducing wasteful si…