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02/22/2026

PASSING OF RETIRED MEMBER

It is with profound sadness that Sheriff Juan Figueroa announces the passing of Sergeant Timothy E. McGuire (retired). Tim began his career with the Ulster County Sheriff’s Office in 1975 and retired in March of 2007, giving over 32 years of service to Ulster County. During his tenure, he served in various capacities to include our In-Water Rescue team as a tender, Navigation team member on the Hudson River, instructor in DWI Investigations and Field Sobriety Testing and sergeant assigned to patrol, just to name a few. He graduated from the prestigious FBI National Academy as part of the 208th Session in March of 2002. Upon retirement, he remained in a part-time capacity with our agency for nearly another 20 years, when he recently “retired” again. He also served as an instructor in Marine Patrol Operations for the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation in Lake George. Sergeant Timothy McGuire was an asset to our agency and will truly be missed. We kindly ask you keep his family and friends in your thoughts during this difficult time. Details surrounding arrangements will be forthcoming.

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01/13/2026

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10/29/2025

**Traffic Update**

Plank Road in the Town of Shandaken is now open!

ARREST**Members of the Town of Shandaken Police report the arrest of a 41 year old male, of Marbletown, NY for the misde...
07/28/2025

ARREST**

Members of the Town of Shandaken Police report the arrest of a 41 year old male, of Marbletown, NY for the misdemeanor of Driving While Intoxicated.

On July 24th, 2025 members of the Town of Shandaken Police located a vehicle overturned in a ditch on Fox Hollow Road. Following an investigation, it was determined that the operator was not injured and was intoxicated by alcohol. The driver was charged with the misdemeanors of Driving While Intoxicated with a Blood Alcohol Content of .10% and Driving While Intoxicated. He was additionally cited for Speed Not Reasonable and Prudent and Failure to Keep Right.

The operator was released on an appearance ticket returnable to the Shandaken Justice Court at a later date.

Any person(s) charged with an offense or offenses are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

06/13/2025

PERSONAL INJURY AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT

On June 13th 2025 at about 9:03 AM, officers responded to the report of a two car motor vehicle accident involving a 2024 Dodge Ram Van and a 2024 Toyota Corolla on State Route 28 in the Big Indian area of the Town of Shandaken. It was determined the operator of the Toyota Corolla, a 62 year old male, of New South Wales Australia, was traveling eastbound in the westbound lane of State Route 28 when he struck the 2024 Dodge Ram Van head on. The operator suffered serious injuries and was airlifted to Albany Medical Center. The passenger of the Toyota Corolla was also airlifted to the Albany Medical Center. The Dodge Ram Van operator suffered minor injuries and was transported to Health Alliance of the Hudson Valley Broadway Campus in Kingston for further treatment. The two passengers of the Dodge Ram Van were also transported with minor injuries to Health Alliance of the Hudson Valley Broadway Campus in Kingston for further treatment.

At this time there appears to be no criminality involved with this accident and the investigation remains open.
Officers were assisted by the Ulster County Sheriff's Office, Phoenicia Fire Department, Shandaken Fire Department, Ulster County Emergency Communications, Big Indian Fire Department, Olive First Aid and Shandaken Ambulance.

ARREST**Members of the Town of Shandaken Police report the arrest of a 45 year old male, of Phoenicia, NY for the Felony...
06/09/2025

ARREST**

Members of the Town of Shandaken Police report the arrest of a 45 year old male, of Phoenicia, NY for the Felony of Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle 1st Degree and the misdemeanors of Driving While Intoxicated (BAC Above .08%) and Suspended Motor Vehicle Registration.

On May 30th, 2025 at approximately 9:40pm members of the Town of Shandaken Police conducted a traffic stop on State Route 28. Following an investigation, it was determined that the operator was intoxicated by alcohol. The operator was charged with the Felony of Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle 1st Degree, the misdemeanors of Driving While Intoxicated (BAC Above .08%) with a Blood Alcohol Content of .17% and Suspended Motor Vehicle Registration. He was additionally cited for Uninspected Motor Vehicle.

The operator was released on an appearance ticket returnable to the Shandaken Justice Court at a later date.

Any person(s) charged with an offense or offenses are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

ARREST**Members of the Town of Shandaken Police report the arrest of a 34 year old male of Watervliet, NY for the misdem...
05/10/2025

ARREST**

Members of the Town of Shandaken Police report the arrest of a 34 year old male of Watervliet, NY for the misdemeanor of Driving While Intoxicated.

On May 6th, 2025 members of the Town of Shandaken Police came upon a motor vehicle accident on Main Street Phoenicia by the Eagle Statue. Following an investigation, it was determined that the operator was not injured and was intoxicated by alcohol. The driver was charged with the misdemeanor of Driving While Intoxicated with a Blood Alcohol Content of .15%. He was additionally cited for Moving From Lane Unsafely, Use of a Portable Electronic Device While Driving and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle 3rd Degree.

He was released on an appearance ticket returnable to the Shandaken Justice Court at a later date.

Any person(s) charged with an offense or offenses are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

05/10/2025

Hey folks be careful driving. Not only do we have to worry about our random wildlife jumping out, we have to worry about careless humans. Yesterday, this was in the middle of Rt. 28 below the Phoenicia Lodge. A few of us safely stopped and quickly dragged it to the shoulder. It was solid & Heavy! I called NYSDOT from the office & they came & removed it. Remember if you see ANY trees, wires or debris in a roadway to call 911. It is the quickest way we deal with these issues here. They will know who to call. Wires are a big issue, and cannot by moved except by NYSEG. Keep Safe! -Joyce Town Clerk

ARREST**Members of the Town of Shandaken Police report the arrest of a 45 year old female, of Phoenicia, NY for the misd...
04/26/2025

ARREST**

Members of the Town of Shandaken Police report the arrest of a 45 year old female, of Phoenicia, NY for the misdemeanors of Driving While Intoxicated (BAC Above .08%) and Driving While Intoxicated.

On April 18th, 2025 members of the Town of Shandaken Police conducted a traffic stop. Following an investigation, it was determined that the operator was intoxicated by alcohol. She was charged with the misdemeanors of Driving While Intoxicated with a Blood Alcohol Content of .14% and Driving While Intoxicated. She was additionally cited for Moving From Lane Unsafely.

The operator was released on an appearance ticket returnable to the Shandaken Justice Court at a later date.

Any person(s) charged with an offense or offenses are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

ARREST**Members of the Town of Shandaken Police report the arrest of a 46 year old male, of Prattsville, NY for the misd...
04/17/2025

ARREST**

Members of the Town of Shandaken Police report the arrest of a 46 year old male, of Prattsville, NY for the misdemeanor of Driving While Intoxicated.

On April 6th, 2025 members of the Town of Shandaken Police located a vehicle in a ditch on Wittenberg Road. Following an investigation, it was determined that the operator was not injured and was intoxicated by alcohol. The driver was charged with the misdemeanor of Driving While Intoxicated with a Blood Alcohol Content of .12%. He was additionally cited for Moving From Lane Unsafely.

The operator was released on an appearance ticket returnable to the Shandaken Justice Court at a later date.

Any person(s) charged with an offense or offenses are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

ARREST**Members of the Town of Shandaken Police report the arrest of a 38 year old female, of Woodside, NY for the misde...
04/17/2025

ARREST**

Members of the Town of Shandaken Police report the arrest of a 38 year old female, of Woodside, NY for the misdemeanors of Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated (BAC Above .08%) and Driving While Intoxicated.

On April 5th, 2025 members of the Town of Shandaken Police conducted a traffic stop on State Route 28 in the area of the Town Hall. Following an investigation, it was determined that the operator was intoxicated by alcohol. She was charged with the misdemeanors of Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a Blood Alcohol Content of .23% and Driving While Intoxicated. She was additionally cited for Moving From Lane Unsafely and Speeding Violation Exceeding 55 MPH.

The operator was released on an appearance ticket returnable to the Shandaken Justice Court at a later date.

Any person(s) charged with an offense or offenses are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

**ARRESTMembers from the Town of Shandaken Police Department report the arrest of a 21 year old male of Kingston, NY.Off...
03/12/2025

**ARREST

Members from the Town of Shandaken Police Department report the arrest of a 21 year old male of Kingston, NY.

Officers from the Town of Shandaken responded to the area of 8373 Route 28 (Big Indian) for a possible domestic dispute of a man forcing a woman into a small blue sedan. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the vehicle at that time. The sedan was later located in the Phoenicia hamlet. Upon initiating a traffic stop, the male half fled on foot on Bridge Street. Officers quickly located the male on High Street attempting to leave the area. Through investigation it was discovered that the male had assaulted his wife who had an active order of protection against him.

The male was charged with the felonies of Aggravated Criminal Contempt, Strangulation in the Second Degree and the misdemeanors of Assault in the Third Degree, Obstruction of Government Administration in the Second Degree, and Resisting Arrest.

He was arraigned in the Ulster County Centralized Arraignment Part (CAP) Court and was remanded to the Ulster County Jail with bail.

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Shandaken, NY
12480

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