Town of Newburgh Police Department

06/12/2026

🚗‼️EXCITING NEWS‼️🌉

The Meadow Hill Road Overpass at I87 is back open!

06/10/2026

🇺🇸 Town of Newburgh Community Day 🎆

Thursday - July 2nd - 6PM to 10PM

Cronomer & Algonquin Parks (Powder Mill Rd)

We hope to see everyone there! 🍔🎶🎇🚔

06/07/2026

It is with heavy hearts that the Town of Newburgh Police Department announces the passing of former Chief of Police Charles “Charlie” Kehoe.

Chief Kehoe dedicated 32 years of service to the Town of Newburgh community. He began his law enforcement career in 1977 and retired in 2009 after a distinguished career of service.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Chief Kehoe’s family, friends, and all those who had the privilege of knowing and serving alongside him.

May he rest in peace. 💙🖤

https://www.gracefuneralhomehudson.com/obituaries/charles-kehoe-2?fbclid=IwdGRleASSkrtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEevZq0MXDoPXJqfBoRInjYuBbdwgaQ9wkUWD8yk0kL5Tdzezs4vb22aXEr-Yo_aem_vUUQSbV3h3X0vS2lcfOdBg

06/05/2026

🚔🚨 Town of Newburgh Police Investigating Crash Involving Three Children 🚨🚔

On June 4, 2026 at approximately 0652PM, Officers responded to the area of 7 Starrow Dr for a report of a car vs pedestrian motor vehicle accident involving multiple children. A preliminary investigation has determined that a 2024 Jeep Wrangler operated by a 52 year old male of Newburgh, NY was traveling westbound on Starrow Dr when it collided with three children. Two of the children were both transported to Westchester Medical center, where they are currently listed in critical, but stable condition. The third child sustained minor injuries, and was also taken to Westchester Medical Center.

The investigation is currently ongoing, and anyone with information pertaining to the accident is asked to contact The Town of Newburgh Police Department at 845-564-1100.

The Town of Newburgh Police Department was assisted by the New York State Police, New York State Police Crash Reconstruction Unit, Town of Newburgh EMS, Winona Lake Fire Department, and Orange Lake Fire Department.

06/04/2026

🐻 Black Bear Sighting 🐻

The Town of Newburgh Police Department is aware of and on scene of a black bear sighting in the area of Gardnertown Fundamental Magnet School.

The bear is moving through the area and there is no threat to public safety at this time. Please avoid approaching the animal and allow it to continue on its way.

05/29/2026

05/28/2026

On Saturday evening, Beacon Police officers stopped a man attempting to jump from the Newburgh-Beacon bridge. If you’re struggling with your mental health or considering ending your life, please call the New York State Su***de and Crisis Lifeline at 988.

05/28/2026

***UPDATE: At this time we can only accept applicants who are in compliance with Orange County Civil Service Requirements. Some outside counties / agencies such as NYPD unfortunately do not have the same requirements. ***

📢🚔 The Town of Newburgh Police Department is seeking Certified Transfers to join our agency!

🚓 For any questions or inquires please contact:

LT. Adam Zeilberger
(845)564-1100 📞
azeilberger @ townofnewburghpd . org 📧

05/27/2026

Excellent work by all personnel involved in bringing this case to a successful conviction. From the initial response and investigation to the prosecution of the case, this was a true team effort focused on protecting the community.