Clarkstown Police Department

06/07/2026

Storm update

06/06/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave men who stormed the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944.

Their courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to freedom changed the course of history and secured the liberties we enjoy today.

As we reflect on the 82nd anniversary of D-Day, we honor the heroes of the Greatest Generation and their legacy of service and sacrifice.

06/05/2026

This Sunday (06/07), join the Town of Clarkstown and the Nanuet Chamber of Commerce for the 12th Annual Nanuet Street Fair!

Road closures will begin at 6:00 am and last until 6:00 pm. No vehicle traffic will be permitted on S. Middletown Rd / Main St between Orchard St. and Market St. East. The only exception will be vendors during this time.

06/03/2026

The Clarkstown Police Department proudly congratulates the Clarkstown South High School Softball Team on capturing its second consecutive Section 1 Championship!

A special congratulations to our very own Lt. Kieran Dwyer, who serves as an assistant coach for the Vikings. Congratulations to the players and coaches on this outstanding achievement and unforgettable season. We wish the Vikings continued success as they advance in postseason play!
Clarkstown Central School District

06/03/2026

The Clarkstown Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of Police Officer Kevin McCahey to the rank of Sergeant.

Sgt. McCahey previously served with the NYPD from January 2015 until joining the Clarkstown Police Department in 2018. Throughout his career with Clarkstown, he has served as a member of the Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT), a field training officer, and a drill instructor at the police academy.

Sgt. McCahey will be assigned to the Patrol Division, where he will continue serving and protecting the Clarkstown community.

Please join us in congratulating Sgt. McCahey on this well deserved promotion.

05/29/2026

Long Term Rd closure:

🚨 Road Closure Alert - Route 59 in Ramapo

The NYS Dept. of Transportation advises motorists that State Route 59 will be closed to traffic between New Clarkstown Rd and S Central Ave in the Town of Ramapo effective Wednesday, June 3rd through the end of the summer to facilitate a bridge replacement project.

The TOR #59 bus will be detoured and is unable to serve the section of Route 59 between the Exit 14 Park & Ride Lot and S Central Ave. TOR passengers can meet buses either at the Exit 14 Park & Ride Lot on the East end or at the intersection of Route 59 and S Central Ave.

🔗 View the transit alert here: https://www.rocklandcountyny.gov/departments/public-transportation/transit-alerts

Delays can be expected for the duration of the project.

For more information, contact the NYS DOT at ☎️845-270-6030

05/27/2026

The Clarkstown Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of Sgt. Matt Sheehy to the rank of Lieutenant.

Lt. Sheehy most recently served as the department’s Administrative Sergeant.

During his career with the Clarkstown Police Department, Lt. Sheehy has served as a member of the Honor Guard, the FTO program, supervisor of the Bike Unit, a police academy instructor, an executive board member of the Rockland County PBA, and a CPD PBA committee member.

Lt. Sheehy will be assigned to the Patrol Division, where he will continue serving and protecting the community with professionalism.

Please join us in congratulating Lt. Sheehy on this well deserved promotion.

05/26/2026

On Monday, May 25, 2026, at approximately 11:50 p.m., officers from the Clarkstown Police Department responded to a reported stabbing at a residence located on Vine Street in Central
Nyack.

Upon arrival, officers entered the residence and located an adult male seated on a bed suffering from stab wounds to his back and upper chest. The victim reported that he had been involved in an argument with the suspect earlier that day, at approximately 11:00 a.m., during which he was stabbed in the back. The victim further stated that he returned home at approximately 11:00 p.m., at which time he woke the suspect, and a second argument ensued. During that altercation, the suspect stabbed him again, causing serious physical injuries and significant bleeding.

Members of Nyack Community Ambulance Corps provided medical treatment at the scene before transporting the victim to a local hospital for further care.

The suspect, Catherine Doran, a 64 year-old female from Central Nyack, was taken into custody and charged with the following offenses:
- Assault in the Second Degree (D Felony)
- Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Fourth Degree (Misdemeanor)

Doran was arraigned in Clarkstown Justice Court and remanded to the Rockland County Jail pending further court proceedings.

* It should be noted that a criminal complaint is merely an accusation and that a defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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05/26/2026

This Memorial Day weekend, Clarkstown officers had the privilege of participating in a series of events honoring the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

It was an honor to stand alongside our community in remembrance and gratitude.

05/25/2026

An update from Supervisor Hoehmann:
Due to inclement weather the New City Memorial Day Parade has been cancelled. A ceremony will occur at the American legion Post this afternoon time TBD.
The ceremony by the Friends of Mount Moor/Buffalo Soldiers scheduled for 11:30AM has been moved from the cemetery to inside the Palisades Center at the East Court and will be held at the same time 11:30 PM. The best entrance is near the Cheesecake Factory.

Due to inclement weather the New City Memorial Day Parade has been cancelled. A ceremony will occur at the American legion Post this afternoon time TBD.

The ceremony by the Friends of Mount Moor/Buffalo Soldiers scheduled for 11:30AM has been moved from the cemetery to inside the Palisades Center at the East Court and will be held at the same time 11:30 PM. The best entrance is near the Cheesecake Factory.