CRIME & SAFETY
Two Montgomery County inmates face contraband charges
Two inmates at Montgomery County Jail are facing contraband charges. Sean P. Knowles, 42, of Amsterdam and Jesse D. Bedell, 36, of Johnstown, allegedly had medication inside the cells, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office said. Having medication in their possession is prohibited, regardless of whether or not it is...
Amsterdam man accused of selling drugs
An Amsterdam man is facing drug charges. Thomas E. Earl, 58, is accused of selling drugs to someone working with police, investigators said. He was arrested on Wednesday. Earl was charged with criminal sale of a controlled substance and criminal possession of a controlled substance. He was arraigned in Amsterdam City Court and released on his own recognizance to return to court at a later date.
Police: Fort Plain man stole vehicle
A Fort Plain man is accused of stealing a vehicle in Palatine. Anibal Berrios, 48, took the vehicle from a home on Feb. 22, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office said. Berrios is already in Montgomery County Jail on several unrelated charges. He was processed Thursday on a charge of grand larceny. He is due in Palatine Town Court at a later date.
Amsterdam student struck by vehicle in school parking lot
Student struck by a car at Amsterdam middle school. An Amsterdam elementary student was injured on Wednesday after being struck by a vehicle in the school parking lot. Amsterdam Police received a report at 7:19 a.m. regarding a pedestrian struck in the lot of Wilbur H. Lynch Literacy Academy at 55 Brandt Place. She had an injury to one of her legs. She was treated on scene and transported to St. Mary’s Hospital in Amsterdam for further evaluation.
Fire displaces three adults, one child from Mayfield home
The American Red Cross is helping four people after a Mayfield fire. The fire took place at a residence on Route 123. Three adults and a 5-year-old are receiving financial assistance for necessities such as shelter, food and blankets. They also received health services, blankets and comfort kits with personal care items including stuffed animals for the child.
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