17-year-old Parolee Charged with Loaded Handgun
On June 21, 2022 at approximately 6:50 p.m., Watervliet police officers responded to the 1500 block of Sixth Avenue with members of the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision to conduct an inquiry of a juvenile parolee who was alleged to be in possession of a firearm.
Watervliet Police Department Recovers Four ‘Ghost Guns’ Which are Fast Becoming an Increased Threat to Many Communities.
On April 16, 2022, the Watervliet Police Department investigated the alleged unlawful possession of a firearm by a resident of 747 Broadway. At the conclusion of a search warrant executed by the Watervliet Police Department, in conjunction with the Colonie Police Department’s Special Services Team, four illegally possessed, untraceable 9mm
Cohoes Woman Arrested After Intentionally Causing House Fire.
On April 12, 2022, at approximately 1:37 a.m., the Watervliet Police Department responded to a structure fire at 1409 Broadway. Upon arrival, first responders observed a heavy fire condition at the basement apartment entryway. In addition, a vehicle nearby the residence sustained extensive damage not as a result of the
Convicted Rapist Arrested Again, Five Days After his Release From Prison.
On April 5, 2022, the Watervliet Police Department responded to the 1600 block of 3rd Avenue for a reported sexual assault. At the conclusion of an extensive investigation, it was determined that a 15-year-old victim was sexually assaulted by Rhannad A. Burch, who was released from state prison on March
WPD Now Hiring
The Watervliet Police Department is seeking experienced candidates for the position of "Discovery Coordinator" Interested candidates should complete an application (found below) and submit it to the Secretary of Civil Service, Carol Ratigan. Click below to view the official job posting. Further questions can be directed to LT. Brian
18 Month-Old Assaulted in ‘Vliet; Mother & Boyfriend Arrested.
On March 18, 2022, Watervliet police detectives, along with the NYS Office of Children and Family Services, responded to a local hospital to investigate a complaint of an assault against an 18-month-old child. Through investigation, it was determined the child’s injuries were the result of two separate attacks during a
Illegally-Possessed Handgun Recovered and Arrest Made Following Menacing Incident.
On February 24, 2022, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Watervliet Police Department responded to a menacing complaint on 23rd Street. As a result, officers conducted a motor vehicle stop of Seth M. Knox and his brother, Jona T. Knox, who was a passenger in the vehicle. A records check indicated
Arrest Made in 24th Street Homicide.
On February 18, 2022 at approximately 9:40 a.m., the Watervliet Police Department responded to 620 24th St. for a shooting complaint. Upon arrival, an officer was immediately escorted to the rear of the apartment where he observed a male lying on his back suffering from several gunshot wounds. As a
Man Arrested With Loaded Handgun Hours After Release From State Prison for a 2020 Shooting.
On February 14th, 2022 at approximately 7:58 p.m., Watervliet police officers conducted a motor vehicle stop in the area of Broadway at Seventh Street after observing violations of the NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law. Through investigation, it was discovered that the driver, Jeffrey O. Meadows III, was operating the vehicle