Town of Newburgh Police Department

09/15/2026

The Town of Newburgh PD assisted the New York State Police with arresting individuals connected to a narcotics investigation. See attached press release:

Troop F Violent Gang Narcotics Enforcement Team VGNET arrested 12 individuals for felony drug charges and other related crimes ste

09/08/2026

✅ TRAFFIC ADVISORY CANCELED – LAKESIDE ROAD REOPENED

The roadway closure on Lakeside Road, between the Town of Newburgh Little League Field and Route 300, has been lifted. The roadway is now reopened to all vehicular traffic.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation while crews worked to repair the utility pole and restore the area safely.

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🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT: MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT - LAKESIDE ROAD CLOSED 🚨

⚠️ Utility pole down, wires down, and road closure in effect.

The Town of Newburgh Police Department is advising motorists of a motor vehicle accident involving a utility pole and downed wires in the area of 549 Lakeside Road.

🚧 Lakeside Road is closed to all vehicular traffic, except residents, between the Town of Newburgh Little League Field (538 Lakeside Road) and Route 300 (601 Lakeside Road) while Central Hudson works to repair the utility pole.

⚡ Residents in the affected area may experience temporary power outages.

Please avoid the area, use alternate routes, and do not approach any downed wires. We appreciate your patience while crews work to restore the area safely.

We will provide updates as they become available.

The Town of Newburgh Police Department is advising motorists of a motor vehicle accident involving a utility pole and downed wires in the area of 549 Lakeside Road. Lakeside Road will be closed to ...

09/06/2026

⚠️ Water Main Break - Meadow Hill Area ⚠️

The Town of Newburgh Water Department is actively working in the Meadow Hill Area of town. As they work to repair the broken water main they are requesting that residents use water conservatively. We will provide updates when the issue is resolved. 💦

09/05/2026

🚨 ORANGE COUNTY EMERGENCY EXERCISE - SEPTEMBER 9

On Wednesday, September 9, Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus and the Orange County Department of Emergency Services will conduct a large-scale emergency exercise simulating a significant flooding event across the County.

⚠️ THIS IS ONLY A TEST.
This exercise will bring County departments and emergency response partners together in the Emergency Operations Center to test coordination, communications, resource management, and our ability to respond effectively during a major emergency.

📱 As part of the exercise, Orange County will also test its Countywide Emergency Alert System.

Residents with compatible mobile devices within the targeted area may receive a TEST emergency alert during the exercise. No registration is required to receive these alerts.

⚠️ THIS IS ONLY A TEST.
If you receive the September 9 test message, there is no emergency, and no action is required.

September is National Emergency Preparedness Month, and there is no better time to put our plans, systems, and people to the test.

09/04/2026

🚨 PRESS RELEASE - ARMED ROBBERY🚨

Please see the attached information regarding arrests made in an armed robbery incident that occurred in the Town of Newburgh.

There is no ongoing threat to public safety.

09/03/2026

🚔 Flock LPR Information 🚔

Please see the attached information pertaining to the Town of Newburgh Police Department Flock LPR System.

Any additional questions or comments can be forwarded via email to “flock-questions-comments @ townofnewburgh . org” 📧

08/22/2026

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

The Orange County Department of Human Resources is now accepting applications for the Police Officer/Deputy Sheriff Civil Service Exam. The last day to file for the exam is Friday, August 28th. The exam will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

Be sure to visit https://orange-portal.mycivilservice.com/post/exams to view the requirements and application process.

08/14/2026

The Town of Newburgh Police Department would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all of the law enforcement agencies, fire departments, Town of Newburgh EMS, Orange County Department of Emergency Services and members of the public that provided assistance, and support for the funeral services for Detective Christopher Thompson. To the law enforcement agencies that assisted, please extend our appreciation to every member of your department who contributed their time, effort, and professionalism. Your presence brought comfort to our department, Detective Thompson's family and everyone who came together to pay their respects. Thank you once again for your unwavering support, and dedication. We are proud to stand alongside such exceptional law enforcement partners and are deeply grateful for the role you played in honoring one of our own.

08/10/2026

FUNERAL SERVICE ARRANGEMENTS - DETECTIVE CHRISTOPHER THOMPSON

*** Law Enforcement Agencies - Please see below updates specific to MOS Visitation ***

The Town of Newburgh Police Department announces the funeral service arrangements for Detective Christopher Thompson, who passed away on August 8, 2026.

Wake
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
2:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Funeral Service
Thursday, August 13, 2026
10:00 AM

Both the wake and funeral service will be held at:

Cronomer Valley Fire House
296 North Plank Road
Newburgh, NY 12550

A K9 lineup will take place in conjunction with the funeral service on Thursday morning in recognition of Detective Thompson’s service as a K9 handler.

LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES:

Wake:

Police Departments and members attending are asked to park at the Town of Newburgh Justice Court and Recreation Center, 311 Rt. 32, Newburgh NY, 12550. A shuttle will be available for transport to the Cronomer Valley Fire House. Police Departments are asked to arrive at 1730 hrs. for services.

Funeral:

Members lining up for the funeral and procession to the cemetery should be at the Cronomer Valley Fire House at 0945 hrs.

Additionally, any law enforcement agency wishing to assist with the funeral procession by providing police motorcycle units is asked to contact the Town of Newburgh Police Department for additional details and coordination. Please contact Lt. Dennis Carpenter or Sgt. John Rader at 845-564-1100.

We invite members of the law enforcement community and first responders to join us as we honor Detective Thompson’s life, dedicated service, and lasting impact on our department and community.

We continue to ask that you keep Detective Thompson’s family, friends, and fellow officers in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.

Rest easy, Detective Thompson. Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

08/09/2026

It is with extremely heavy hearts that the Town of Newburgh Police Department announces the passing of Detective Christopher Thompson.

Detective Thompson began his career with the Town of Newburgh Police Department in April of 2017, after previously serving with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office and the Town of Wallkill Police Department.

Throughout his career, Detective Thompson served the Town of Newburgh Police Department in numerous roles and was a valued member of several specialized units. He served in the Patrol Division, as a K-9 Handler with the K-9 Unit, an active Fi****ms Instructor with the Fi****ms Unit, a General Topics Instructor, and a Team Leader on the Department’s Tactical Unit. Most recently, Detective Thompson served as an Investigator in the Detective Bureau.

Detective Thompson’s dedication to his profession, his fellow officers, and the community he served will not be forgotten. His loss is deeply felt throughout our Department and the entire law enforcement community.

We ask that everyone keep Detective Thompson’s family, friends, and fellow officers in their thoughts and prayers as they navigate this incredibly difficult time.

The Town of Newburgh Police Department would like to express our sincere gratitude to everyone within the law enforcement community, our local community, and beyond who has reached out and offered their thoughts, prayers, condolences, and support during this difficult time. The outpouring of support for Detective Thompson, his family, and our Department has been truly appreciated.

Services to honor Detective Christopher Thompson are currently being arranged. Additional information regarding the services will be shared once arrangements have been finalized.

Rest easy, Detective Thompson. Your service, dedication, and impact on all of us will never be forgotten.