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Threats against Croton firefighters and EMS workers lead to felony charges

Police said Jonathan Brooks of Peekskill threatened firefighters on social media last month.

News 12 Staff

Mar 12, 2026, 1:00 PM

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A man faces felony charges after police said he made terroristic threats to first responders in Croton‑on‑Hudson.

Police said Jonathan Brooks of Peekskill threatened firefighters on social media last month.

Three days later, police said he threatened to hurt Croton EMS workers and any police officers who tried to arrest him.

He was arraigned in village court and released on Wednesday.

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