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Suffolk County, NY (February 28, 2019) – Following an extensive investigation, police have arrested eleven individuals who were allegedly involved in a sex trafficking ring on Long Island. The arrest was announced on Thursday morning, February 28, and targeted a total of eleven people from West Babylon to the town of Mastic, according to authorities. Investigators who worked on the case have stated that at least 10 young women were victimized by the suspects who were reported to have used drugs and violence in order to force the women into sex. The trafficking ring was stated to have operated throughout New York and into Connecticut as the suspects used various forms of assault and different threats against the victims. At this time, police are currently continuing their investigation into the situation as they build their case against the perpetrators. No further information has been released. Sexual Abuse in New York At Hach & Rose , we are passionate about holding those w...

Staten Island, NY (February 28, 2019) – Three individuals sustained at least minor injuries following a car crash that took place on the Staten Island Expressway on Wednesday night, February 27. The accident was reported to have happened at around 6:48 p.m. between at least two vehicles for reasons that have not been confirmed. According to the FDNY, the collision occurred in the westbound lanes of the expressway and prompted responses from police, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel. Paramedics who arrived at the scene transported three people to Staten Island University Hospital’s north campus to be treated for their injuries. Both of the vehicles involved in the accident were reported to have suffered serious damage which left glass and debris spread across the expressway. Severe delays followed as crews worked to clear the scene. At this time, the cause of the collision is currently under investigation as police have not released any further details. Car Accidents in...

Chili Center, NY (February 28, 2019) – On Thursday afternoon, February 28, authorities were immediately dispatched to the scene of a traffic collision that took place along Chili Center Coldwater Road in the town of Chili Center. The accident, which was reported to have happened at around 12:29 p.m., took place for reasons that have not yet been determined. According to police, no more than two vehicles are believed to have collided in the northbound/southbound lanes of the aforementioned road at Chestnut Ridge Road. Emergency medical crews who responded to the crash site were eventually able to confirm that at least one person suffered injuries in the accident, although they did not provide any information concerning the condition of that victim. Likewise, there has been no word released regarding the number of people involved, and authorities are likely to be continuing their investigation at this time. No further information has been reported. Car Accidents in New York Above ...

Manhattan, NY (February 28, 2019) – On Wednesday afternoon, February 27, a man was reported to have been struck and killed by a train at a Subway station located in Upper Manhattan. The incident was stated to have taken place at around 4:30 p.m. at the West 155 th Street subway station. According to authorities, a man was reported to have walking along the platform when he fell onto the tracks for reasons that have not been stated. An incoming D train then struck the man, causing severely fatal injuries. Emergency medical crews who arrived at the scene tragically pronounced the man dead. At this time, the victims’ identity has not been released, pending notification of kin. Authorities who arrived at the scene stated that the incident is currently under investigation. No further details have been provided. Train Accidents in New York People being injured or killed as a result of a train accident in New York is an all-too-common occurrence, however, our deepest condolences are ...

Catskill, NY (February 28, 2019) – New York State Police have arrested and charged 52-year-old Trevor H. Keller, of Saugerties, with the class E felony of Possessing an Obscene Sexual Performance by a Child. Police stated that the arrest had been made at around 11:00 a.m. on Thursday morning, February 27, after the execution of a search warrant. According to authorities, the warrant was a result of an investigation that had been launched two weeks earlier by the State Police at Catskill. While details concerning the reason for the investigation have not been released at this time, police executed the warrant and arrested Keller at 159 Jefferson Heights suite A202 in the town of Catskill. Police were reported to have been assisted by the Greene County District Attorney’s Office during their investigation into the misconduct. Keller has been remanded to the Greene County Jail on $15,000 bail or $30,000 bond. The investigation into this incident is ongoing at this time. Sexual Abuse ...

Rochester, NY (February 28, 2019) – A traffic accident that resulted in injuries was reported to have taken place at around 3:39 p.m. on Thursday afternoon, February 28. Authorities stated that collision, which is currently believed to have involved no more than two vehicles, happened on Saint Paul Street in the city of Rochester for reasons that are undetermined at this time. Dispatchers sent police and paramedics to the crash site in both the north and southbound lanes of the above-mentioned road at Driving Park Avenue to evaluate the collision and render aid to any victims. Emergency medical crews who arrived at the scene were able to verify that at least one person had sustained injuries in the crash, however, the severity of the victims’ wounds has not been reported. Police have not stated how many people were involved in the collision as the details concerning this incident are likely to be under investigation. No further information has been provided. New York Car Accidents...

Buffalo, NY (February 28, 2019) – A personal injury accident between a school bus and an NFTA Metro bus was reported to have taken place in downtown Buffalo on Thursday morning, February 28. Police stated that the accident happened at the intersection of Court Street and Franklin Street for reasons that have not been determined. Emergency medical crews and police were immediately sent to the scene of the crash to assess the damages and render aid to any victims. Upon their arrival, paramedics were able to confirm that several injuries had resulted from the accident. However, there has been no information reported concerning the total number of victims at this time. Currently, authorities have not stated whether or not any parties were transported to a hospital, although all injuries are believed to be minor. Police are actively conducting a detailed investigation into the cause of the collision. No further information has been provided. Bus Accidents in New York Our deepest symp...

Graniteville, NY (February 28, 2019) – A house fire broke out in the Graniteville section of Staten Island on Thursday morning, February 28, that ultimately resulted in the death of one woman and the injuries of 10 other people, including firefighters. The blaze was reported to have started at around 7:00 p.m. in the basement of a home located in the 100 block of Spartan Avenue. According to authorities, firefighters arrived at the scene where they tragically found a 55-year-old woman who was pronounced dead at the scene. The deceased victim was found in the basement apartment as smoke and flames extended to the first and second floors. The nephew of the deceased woman, as well as one other civilian, were reported to have suffered injuries in the incident. Authorities at the scene reported that the 23-year-old nephew was transported to Richmond University Medical Center to be treated for injuries related to smoke inhalation. The other injured civilian was treated at the scene along...

Henrietta, NY (February 28, 2019) – On Thursday afternoon, February 28, emergency medical crews along with police were dispatched to the scene of a motor vehicle accident that resulted in injuries on Calkins Road in the town of Henrietta. According to authorities, the crash took place at around 3:10 p.m. for reasons that have not been determined at this time. Paramedics who arrived at the crash site in both the east and westbound lanes of the aforementioned road at East Henrietta Road were able to confirm that at least one person was hurt. However, there has been no word concerning the extent of the injuries that were suffered in the collision. Police have not reported on the number of people who were in the accident, although no more than two vehicles are believed to have been involved. At this time, authorities are likely to be conducting a thorough investigation into the events that led to the crash. No further details have been provided. New York Car Accidents We would firs...

Brentwood, NY (February 28, 2019) – A mother in Brentwood, unfortunately, caused an injurious collision with her young daughter in the vehicle while driving intoxicated on Wednesday night, February 27. According to authorities, the accident happened shortly before midnight on the Long Island Expressway in Melville. Police stated that Karlita Rojas-Reyes lost control of the vehicle she had been driving and crashed into the median wall located just east of exit 49. At the time of the crash, Rojas-Reyes had her 9-year-old daughter in the vehicle with her. Paramedics and police were immediately called to the scene where both parties were treated for at least minor injuries. The child was released into the custody of her grandfather after Rojas-Reyes was with felony DWI under Leandra’s Law, according to authorities. There has been no information concerning any other parties being involved in the incident at this time. Alcohol-Related Car Accidents in New York Our sincere sympathies a...

Sunset Park, Brooklyn, NY (February 28, 2019) – A 7-year-old boy has been hospitalized after being struck and injured by a vehicle on Wednesday afternoon, February 27, in the Sunset Park section of Brooklyn. Police stated that while the injured child, identified as Steven Sanfilippo, of Graniteville, was initially reported to be in critical condition, his injuries now appear to be non-life-threatening. The accident was reported to have occurred along 56 th Street, between Fourth Avenue and Fifth Avenue at approximately 3:30 p.m. According to the boy’s father, Sanfilippo had been walking in the aforementioned area with his mother when a vehicle came out of nowhere and hit the child. Police and paramedics arrived at the scene and transported the victim to NYU Langone Hospital with a broken leg and a deep gash to his head. The driver of the vehicle involved has been taken into custody as police currently continue their investigation into the incident. Pedestrian Accidents in New Yor...

Ignore the golden arches and value menus and focus closer to home. Take yourself through your front door, up the stairs, and onto your couch, then look even closer than that. It’s not your Netflix account or your phone that’ll give you what you want. It’s something else that you take with you on the daily grind. Ready for the answer? Brace yourself… It’s like those 1980’s DARE commercials. This is your brain on Fatty Acids. Huh? The key to happiness is in your mind. Whoa, wait, don’t leave yet. I know how that sounds. I rolled my eyes just typing it, but I don’t mean it the way a motivational speaker might. This isn’t a lesson on being Zen. No, you don’t need to search Enya on Spotify, burn incense, or take deep breaths sitting cross-legged on the floor. This isn’t about an out-of-body experience, and you don’t need to spend a lifetime becoming “one with yourself.” This is a pinpoint lesson on how to improve your mood without the philosophical goals. Hey, I understand, I’m not the “...

Hanover, NY (February 27, 2019) – According to the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office, an unidentified 52-year-old man was struck and severely injured by a private snow plow on Wednesday evening, February 27. The incident was reported to have taken place at around 7:42 p.m. in the town of Hanover. According to Sheriff’s Deputies, the man had been walking along the side of the westbound lane of Route 5, approaching the intersection with Route 20. For reasons that have not yet been determined, the man was then struck by a private snow plow that was in the area at the time. Police and emergency medical crews were immediately called to the scene of the collision where they transported the victim to Lakeshore Hospital. While the specifics of the victims’ injuries have not been stated, his condition is currently considered serious. Deputies reported that the investigation into the events that led to this incident is ongoing at this time. No further details have been provided. New York ...

Rochester, NY (February 27, 2019) – Police responded to an injurious motor vehicle accident that was reported to have occurred on late Wednesday afternoon, February 27, in the city of Rochester. Authorities stated that the collision happened at around 4:46 p.m. at or near the intersection of Long Pond Road and Canal Landing Boulevard. While police have not yet confirmed the cause of the accident, no more than two vehicles are currently believed to have been involved. Emergency medical crews were promptly dispatched to the crash site where they confirmed that at least one person had been injured. However, there has been no word concerning the extent of the injuries suffered or exactly how many people were involved in the incident. At this time, police are likely to be involved in a thorough investigation into the events that led to the crash. No further information has been reported. Car Accidents in New York Above all else, our kindest and most genuine concerns are extended to t...

Foreign material contamination occurs when something not intended to be included or consumed ends up in the food.  This is becoming a growing food recall topic despite the many different ways that food manufacturers can prevent and detect this type of contamination before it leaves the facility. Depending on the food of interest, there are inherent material risks and those completely avoidable.  Shells, seeds or pits, bone fragments.  These are items that sometimes make their way into food by mistake.  Other contaminants such as glass, metal, or plastic are often a result of improper maintenance or a production problem. Avoidance and prevention are always the best policy, but what can companies do to detect these potential foreign materials so they don’t end up in the supermarket, home kitchens, and eventually your family’s mouth?  Well…  There are many options. Metal Detection Metal detection is optimal for detecting, well, metal in foods.  Food ...

Corinth, NY (February 27, 2019) – Four people were hospitalized on Monday morning, February 25, after a Hadley-Luzerne Ambulance collided head-on with a pickup truck in the town of Corinth. Police responded to the serious collision on Route 9 at around 10:39 a.m. where emergency medical crews accompanied them at the scene. Police reported that the ambulance had been traveling south along Route 9 and was transporting a patient at the time, although emergency lights were not activated. While driving, the ambulance collided head-on with a pickup truck that had been heading north, however, authorities have not stated which vehicle veered into which lane or how the accident took place. Authorities reported that two people who were in the ambulance were taken to Saratoga Hospital with injuries that have been considered minor, while the third party from that vehicle was transported to Albany Medical Center. The driver of the pickup truck was also reported to have been taken to Saratoga Ho...

Brighton, NY (February 27, 2019) – On Wednesday evening, February 27, a personal injury accident believed to have taken place between no more than two vehicles occurred at around 6:18 p.m. in the town of Brighton. Police and paramedics were dispatched to the scene of the collision at or near the intersection of Route 441 and Route 490 to assess the damages and aid anyone who may have suffered any injuries. According to authorities, emergency medical crews verified that at least one person was hurt in the accident, although there has been no mention of the victims’ condition. At this time, police have not confirmed the number of people involved nor the cause of the accident. An investigation into the events that led to this incident is likely ongoing. Authorities have not released any further details concerning the cause of the crash or the parties involved. Car Accidents in New York Unfortunately, many car accidents in New York often end in extremely serious injuries or death, ...

Henrietta, NY (February 27, 2019) – Emergency medical crews were dispatched to the scene of a traffic collision along with police on Wednesday afternoon, February 27, according to authorities. A collision currently believed to have involved no more than two vehicles was reported to have happened at around 2:39 p.m. in the town of Henrietta. According to police, responders arrived at the scene in both the east and westbound lanes of Calkins Road at Middle Road to evaluate the accident and assist any injured parties. Paramedics at the crash site were unable to verify the extent of any injuries, however, they confirmed that at least one person had been hurt due to the impact of the collision. Authorities have not released any information pertaining to the number of people involved in the accident which occurred for reasons that have not been determined. Police are likely to be conducting a thorough investigation at this time. No further details have been provided. New York Car Accid...

Corning, NY (February 27, 2019) – A serious personal injury accident took place while a Trooper was stopped along the eastbound lane of Route 86 on Wednesday morning, February 27. Police stated that the incident occurred at around 9:05 a.m. as Trooper Jacob Wackowski was assisting with traffic control due to a weather-related motor vehicle accident along the roadway. Authorities reported that Trooper Wackowski was parked with his emergency lights activated when he was sideswiped by a tractor-trailer. The tractor-trailer involved was being operated by 53-year-old Troy English, of Buffalo, who has been issued tickets for several vehicle and traffic violations alongside Failure to Obey the Move Over Law. Trooper Wackowski was immediately transported to Corning Hospital to be treated for injuries that have been classified as minor at this time. Police have not released any further information concerning the cause of the accident. Truck Accidents in New York Our sincerest sympathies a...

Westbury, NY (February 27, 2019) – New information concerning the two trains that crashed into a vehicle and killed here people on Tuesday night, February 26, has been released. According to authorities, the second train that struck the vehicle was derailed due to the impact of the accident and resulted in seven injured passengers. Additionally, more information reported that a witness has now claimed to have seen the vehicle prior to the crash. The witness stated that the vehicle involved had fled the scene of a car accident just before crossing the tracks. The incident happened at around 7:20 p.m. at a railroad crossing located on School Street in the town of Westbury. According to authorities, the first train that struck the car was traveling eastbound with about 800 passengers and spun the car onto the westbound tracks. A westbound train with about 200 passengers was approaching at the same time and ultimately sandwiched the vehicle which then caught fire. All three people who ...

Penfield, NY (February 27, 2019) – On Wednesday afternoon, February 27, police were dispatched to the scene of a motor vehicle accident that happened at around 2:16 p.m. for reasons that are currently undetermined. Authorities stated that the crash occurred in the east and westbound lanes of Plank Road at Empire Boulevard. According to dispatchers, emergency medical crews were also sent to the crash site in order to render aid to any victims. After arriving at the scene, paramedics were able to confirm that at least one person suffered injuries in the crash, however, the severity of the victims’ wounds has not been stated at this time. Police have not provided any information concerning the number of people in the accident, although no more than two vehicles are currently believed to have been involved. The events that led to this incident are likely under investigation at this time. No further information has been released. Car Accidents in New York At this time, we would first...

Farmington, NY (February 27, 2019) – According to authorities, emergency medical crews were quickly sent to the scene of a multi-vehicle accident that happened on the Thruway in the town of Farmington on Wednesday afternoon, February 27. The collision was reported to have involved several vehicles including a tractor-trailer that overturned during the accident. Deputies reported that a tractor-trailer that had been traveling along the I-90 Westbound overturned off the roadway at around 3:00 p.m. for unknown reasons. Several other vehicles were stated to have become involved in the crash as well, however, the severity of their involvement has not been reported. According to police, emergency medical crews were at the scene attending to the injured party or parties, although there has been no information released concerning the conditions of those involved. Police are likely to be conducting an investigation into the events that led to this incident. Multi-Vehicle Accidents in New Y...