Police are looking for answers, as they investigate an alleged break-in at a wine store in the Hudson Valley. Officials say the burglary happened early in the morning, as the suspect used a hammer to break into the local business.

While it may seem hard to believe hearing the reports on the nes, but statistics says that crime rates across the state have actually gone down a bit. However, you still have to be careful. According to the Law Offices of Robert Tsigler, "statistics are just an average, though, and not necessarily an accurate predictor of what will happen to you."

Police Say Wine Store Burglarized in Westchester County

New York State Police said in a press release that troopers in Somers are attempting to locate the suspect of a burglary of the Vista Wine and Spirits store of Oakridge Commons in the town of Lewisboro.

State Police say the burglary occurred shortly after 1:00 AM March 26.

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State Police say a light-skinned male wearing a black ski mask, neon-colored gloves, a burgundy shirt and a tan jacket broke into the store using a hammer.

Anyone with information regarding this crime is asked to please call Investigator Wojdakowski at (914) 769-2600.  Please refer to case# 11866745

Man in Ulster County Allegedly Threatened Social Services Workers  

The Ulster County Sheriff's Office posted on their Facebook page that they arrested a 47-year-old Kingston man for the felony of Making a Terroristic Threat.

Deputies say they were notified by the staff of the Ulster County Department of Social Services building, of a threat received via telephone. It is alleged the suspect threatened to blow up the building during a telephone conversation with staff.

The suspect was located in the Town of Ulster and taken into custody, says deputies.

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