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Police: Beekman man armed with knife tried to rob motel room

Christopher Ortiz now faces multiple charges, including criminal mischief.

News 12 Staff

Aug 2, 2024, 10:20 PM

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A Beekman man was arrested for trying to rob a motel room in Dutchess County on Thursday night.

Police say 42-year-old Christopher Ortiz broke into a room at the Pine Grove Motel armed with a knife.

Officers responded to the incident and took him into custody.

Ortiz now faces multiple charges, including criminal mischief.

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