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  NWPD recently became the first and only police agency in Orange County to participate in New York’s Mobile Access Program (MAP) for use on mental health related calls

  The New Windsor Police Department recently became the first and only police agency in Orange County to participate in New York’s Mobile Access Program (MAP) for use on mental health related calls.
  
  Funded through the New York State Senate and in cooperation with the New York State Office of Mental Health, this program equips select NY Police Departments and local Mental Health clinicians with iPads to utilize Zoom type teleconference calls for mental healthcare purposes. The program provides another option for Police Officers to have when they require some assistance in evaluating a situation when someone is experiencing a mental health crisis. The 3 iPads we received use a HIPAA compliant teleconferencing software for mental health consultations. The primary goal of the MAP program is to increase police access to timely mental health consultations and evaluations which should result in less waiting for a mental health professional to respond to the scene, less transports by the police to the hospital and for better planning for follow-up care of the individual involved.
  
  The New Windsor Police Department responded to 298 mental health crisis calls in 2021. Additionally, every sworn-member of the New Windsor Police Department has received special training in how to best manage a situation when an individual is in mental health crisis.
  
  Shown in the photo are: Don Kamin, Ph.D., Director of the Institute for Police, Mental Health & Community Collaboration, Deb Salamone, Project Coordinator for MAP and Sgt. Christopher Sylvester.

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  Chief Doss part of press conference regarding Orange County IDA Case

  (June 21,2021 - Goshen, New York) New Windsor Police Chief Robert L. Doss  was part of a press conference held by Orange County District Attorney Dave Hoovler and New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli to announce the arrest and guilty pleas of three individuals on felony charges in relation to the Orange County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) case. These individuals, as part of their pleas, will pay back the IDA $1.265 million dollars.  This was a result of an investigation that began in New Windsor and was conducted collaboratively by New Windsor PD, the NYS Comptroller’s Office and the Orange County District Attorney’s Office. 

  See the below links for further details from the press conference. 

  https://www.orangecountygov.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1273

  https://www.osc.state.ny.us/press/releases/2021/06/new-york-state-comptroller-dinapoli-statement-former-orange-county-ida-officials-guilty-plea?utm_source=comptroller%20message&utm_medium=state&utm_campaign=new%20york&utm_term=crime&utm_content=20210621

  Photo 1: Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli speaks as officials look on. 
  Photo 2: New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli poses for a photo with Chief Doss and Detective Sergeant Christopher Sager. 
  Photo 3: A presentation board with some of the findings of the investigation. 
   

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  PO Arcaro shares anti-bullying and internet safety tips with Vails Gate Steam Academy

  #REPOST from Vails Gate Steam Academy – Newburgh Central School District

  Our Senior Gators listen attentively as PO Arcaro from the NWPD shares anti-bullying and internet safety information. The men and women of NWPD are always ready to #ShoulderUp with us and we are thankful for their dedication and service. #NWPD #VGSA 🐊❤️ 

  @newburghschools

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  Officer Ryan Sussman recognized by Orange County Stop DWI

  Congratulations to New Windsor Police Officer Ryan Sussman who was recognized by Orange County Stop DWI for his outstanding enforcement efforts in the area of driving while intoxicated as well as driving with ability impaired by drugs for the year 2019.

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  Senator Skoufis announces funding to Orange County Police Departments for National Night Out Events

  On August 2, 2022 New York State Senator James Skoufis held a press conference in the Town of New Windsor to announce funding for select area police agencies to be used towards National Night Out events.  The Town of New Windsor Police Department received $6,250. of this funding.  Thank you Senator Skoukis!

  Pictured are (L-R): Lt. Robert McLymore (Wallkill PD), Chief John Rader (Warwick PD), Chief Robert Doss, Supervisor George Meyers, Senator James Skoufis, Chief Paul Ricard (Mount Hope PD), and Lt Jeffrey Thoelen (Middletown PD).

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  NWPD Holds Awards Ceremony and Monument Dedication

          PRESS RELEASE

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE #25-12                                                                  Issued on: May 13, 2025

  NWPD Holds Awards Ceremony and Monument Dedication

  New Windsor, NY – On Monday, May 12^th, the Town of New Windsor Police Department held its 40^th Annual Awards Ceremony. The ceremony is held each year during National Police Week to celebrate the contributions of department members and partners, recognizing their hard work, dedication, loyalty and commitment to keeping our community safe.

  In addition to recognizing several department members for their years of service to the department and/or the military, 39 awards were presented to 47 individuals or units. Police Chief Dan Valeri praised the award recipients, stating, “You inspire your fellow colleagues and set an example that we all strive to follow.” He went on to thank those in attendance for their support. He added, “remember that it’s the collective efforts of this entire department — from the officers on the street to the dispatchers behind the scenes to our civilian partners — that makes New Windsor a safer and stronger community. We all play an essential role in this work, and each of you contributes to our shared mission of serving with integrity, respect, and excellence.

  Town Supervisor Stephen Bedetti agreed stating, “Our community is stronger, safer, and more connected because of the unwavering commitment and professionalism shown by every member of our police department — both officers and civilian staff. We are deeply grateful for your service, and it is an honor to recognize your outstanding contributions at this year’s awards ceremony.”

  As the ceremony continued, awards were presented to members of the New Windsor Police Department, Town of Newburgh Police Department, City of Newburgh Police Department, New York State Police, FBI Hudson Valley Safe Streets Task Force, and New Windsor Emergency Medical Services as well as civilians who assisted the department. The following awards were presented:

   

  OFFICER OF THE YEAR 2024

  Officer James W. Burke

  LIFESAVING AWARD

  Deputy Chief Brian G. Hollifield

  Officer Kenneth K. Ferrier

  EXCELLENT POLICE DUTY

  Detective Bryan J. Lubarsky

  Detective Kevin P. Moore

  Detective Francis A. Pierri

  Detective Anthony H. Weed (2)

  Officer James W. Burke (2)

  Officer Frederick R. Fayo IV

  UNIT CITATION AWARD

  Chief Daniel J. Valeri

  Deputy Chief Brian G. Hollifield

  Lieutenant Frederick R. Fayo III

  Detective Sergeant Christopher P. Sylvester (5)

  Sergeant Hannah M. Ward

  Sergeant Alexander S. Ragni (3)

  Sergeant Jason Ross (4)

  Sergeant Ryan S. Sussman

  Detective Jeremy J. Arcaro (7)

  Detective Bryan J. Lubarsky (2)

  Detective Kevin P. Moore (7)

  Detective Francis A. Pierri (8)

  Detective Anthony H. Weed (5)

  Officer John T. Babcock (2)

  Officer Joseph V. Bell

  Officer Steven J. Bohr (2)

  Officer James W. Burke (2)

  Officer Brenden J. Byman (2)

  Officer Frederick R. Fayo IV (2)

  Officer Kenneth K. Ferrier

  Officer Joseph D. Finnerty (2)

  Officer Stefano G. Gagliardo (2)

  Officer Cassidy C. Hazard

  Officer William T. Hazard

  Officer Jhonattan N. Josesanatana (3)

  Officer Brian P. Levy (4)

  Officer John A. Martin

  Officer Saul Rivera

  Officer Rafael A. Santiago (4)

  Officer Hannah M. Schmitt

  Officer Anthony J. Vega

  Dispatcher Daniel L. Bennet

  Dispatcher Christopher M. Butcher

  Dispatcher Suzana Starr

  Sergeant Kevin Jodice, City of Newburgh PD

  Sergeant Francis Quinn, City of Newburgh PD

  Detective Jason Fitzsimmons, Town of Newburgh PD

  Detective Thomas O’Connell, Town of Newburgh PD

  Detective Michael Sisia, Town of Newburgh PD

  Hudson Valley Safe Streets Task Force

  NYSP Aviation

  NYSP VGNET (2)

  HONORABLE MENTION AWARDS

  Detective Francis A. Pierri

  Officer Joseph V. Bell

  Officer James Burke

  Officer Brenden J. Byman

  Officer Kenneth K. Ferrier

  Officer Stefano G. Gagliardo

  Officer Brian P. Levy (3)

  Officer Tyler J. Prokosch

  SERVICE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

  Lieutenant Frederick R. Fayo III, 35 Years

  Chief Daniel J. Valeri, 25 Years

  Sergeant Jason Ross, 20 Years

  Officer John A. Martin, 20 Years

  Deputy Chief Brian G. Hollifield, 15 Years

  Sergeant Paul M. Cronk, 15 Years

  Sergeant Matthew G. Frankl, 15 Years

  Sergeant Alexander S. Ragni, 15 Years

  Detective Seamus P. Gallagher, 15 Years

  Detective Kevin P. Moore, 15 Years

  Officer Joseph V. Bell, 15 Years

  Officer Hardy K. Pierce, 15 Years

  Officer Michael Y. Takeuchi, 15 Years

  MILITARY SERVICE AWARD

  Deputy Chief Brian G. Hollifield

  Officer James Burke

  Officer Brenden J. Byman

  Officer Liam M. Conroy

  Officer Peter Persoon

  Officer Rafael A. Santiago

  SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARD

  Special Agent Thomas Anderson, FBI

  Sergeant Francis Quinn, City of Newburgh PD

  New Windsor EMS

  CIVILIAN RECOGNITION AWARD

  Jeffrey J. Barrett, Town of New Windsor

  Stephen A. Bedetti, Town of New Windsor

   

  Earlier in the day a ceremony was held to dedicate a monument outside police headquarters honoring the department’s K-9 Unit. The unit, which was officially formed in 1985, has been served by 14 past and 3 current teams. Many of the former handlers attended the ceremony along with the current members. Also in attendance were town officials and employees, police department staff and the current K-9 class and their trainers from the Orange County Sheriff’s K-9 School. Chief Valeri thanked Town Supervisor Bedetti and the Town Board for their support and commitment to the unit. He went on the thank, former chief, Michael Biasotti for his vision and leadership that laid the foundation for the department’s K-9 program, as well as the past and current handlers for their service and commitment. The chief said, “This monument stands as a tribute to every K-9 who wore the badge and served with honor. May it remind us all of their loyalty, bravery, and the unbreakable bond they shared with those who walked beside them.”