The visceral component revealed in the streets of America, gleaned from the recent deaths in Ferguson, Cleveland, and Staten Island poignantly question whether this nation is gripped by the past, present or future. The very duration and complexity of finding one’s way in a society reluctant to share its promise of respect and equality has disintegrated before our eyes. The …
Yonkers Plumbing Inspector Arrested For Bribe Solicitation
WHITE PLAINS, NY — January 26, 2012 – Westchester County District Attorney Janet DiFiore (pictured) announced today that Peter Daliso (DOB 11/26/53) of 71 Lincoln Avenue, Ardsley, New York, was arraigned on a Felony Complaint charging him with: one count of Bribe Receiving in the Third Degree a class “D” Felony.
Statement from Janet DiFiore on Gov. Cuomo’s Proposed Legislation
"With this proposed legislation, Governor Cuomo is further strengthening New York's position as a progressive leader in the nation in all aspects – including public safety and criminal justice. Collecting DNA from all convicted criminal defendants who are found guilty of felonies and Penal Law misdemeanors will go far in helping our state's law enforcement prevent future crimes and resolve …
Governor Cuomo Designates Westchester County D.A. DiFiore to Joint Commission on Public Ethics
ALBANY, NY and YONKERS, NY — December 13, 2011 — Governor Andrew Cuomo has designated Westchester County District Attorney Janet DiFiore to chair the new Joint Commission on Public Ethics. The commission will be entrusted to scrutinize New York State’s lobbying industry and their interaction with elected officials. By accepting this new role, DiFiore is saddled with the formidable challenges …
From the Desk of Westchester County District Attorney Janet DiFiore: Skimming
As Westchester County’s chief law enforcement officer, I want to share with you my concern about an emerging trend here in our county and across the country known as “skimming.” This form of electronic theft involves the planting of illegal card reading devices and hidden cameras in and around ATMs to capture account information and PINs from unsuspecting customers. Bank …
Desk of the D.A.: Public Integrity Bureau By Janet DiFiore
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Letter to the Editor By CARLO CALVI
A few weeks ago, Richard Martinelli, who claims to have the best private sector business experience to be Mayor of Yonkers mailed a flyer for a campaign "Raffle" of $1,000.00 per chance to win a 20 person luxury box to Yankee Stadium on Aug. 15. A copy of the flier is …
Mayoral Candidate Calvi’s Letter to Mayor Amicone Regarding Candidate Martinelli’s NY Yankees Raffle
Carlo Calvi, candidate for Mayor of Yonkers hand-delivered a letter dated August 2, 2011, yet hand delivered to Yonkers Mayor Phil Amicone today, in which the Independence Party designee and Republican Primary candidate describes candidate Richard Martinelli’s recently sent political fund raising mailer. The mailer send to benefit Richard Martinelli’s campaign effort, advises that his campaign committee intend to hold …
Yonkers School Teacher Charged with Tampering of Students’ Transcripts
Westchester County District Attorney Janet DiFiore announced that Dean Martin (DOB 04/27/68) of 23 Water Grant Street, Yonkers, New York, was arraigned today on a 36 count Indictment charging him with:
Yonkers DPW Worker Maier Charged in Road Salt Theft By Hezi Aris
Yonkers, NY, March 18, 2011 — The Yonkers Tribune reported on January 25, 2011, of the firing of Department of Public Welfare (DPW) worker Edward Maier on allegations of selling salt purchased for exclusive DPW use. (Reference: Investigative News Breaking report: Edward Maier Fired for Embezzling Salt Sale Proceeds By Hezi Aris)Mr Maier worked out of the Lake Avenue DPW …