Schenectady Police Department
Coverage of Schenectady Police Department in the Nexus archive.
- Schenectady Police Department mourns loss of detective
The Schenectady Police Department is mourning the loss of Detective Timothy Higgins, who died at age 39 after battling cancer. He passed away at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City.
- Schenectady home hit by gunfire; police investigating
A home in Schenectady was struck by gunfire, prompting an investigation by the Schenectady Police Department. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon at approximately 3:17 p.m. in the 700 block of Bridge Street.
- Local police showcase tech purchased with state money
Police chiefs from Troy and Schenectady showcased technology purchased with state funds through the LETECH grant program. The program allocated $127 million statewide in 2024 for law enforcement technology.
- 1 dead after crash on State Street in Schenectady
One person died following an overnight crash on State Street in Schenectady, as reported by the Schenectady Police Department.
- How technology is helping Schenectady Police remove illegal guns
The Schenectady Police Department is utilizing technology and crime-reduction strategies to combat illegal guns and enhance city safety. Police chief reports a decline in crime this summer despite rising temperatures.
- 1 injured in Schenectady stabbing, 2 people detained
Two people were detained after a stabbing in Schenectady on Monday night, resulting in one injury. The incident occurred around 8:45 p.m. near Hawk Street, according to the Schenectady Police Department.