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Dutchess County teen arrested, accused of false threats

Joseph Portanova, an 18-year-old resident of the Town of Wappinger, has been charged with falsely reporting an incident.

News 12 Staff

Oct 13, 2023, 6:34 AM

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A Dutchess County teenager has been arrested for allegedly posting false reports of active shooter and bomb threat incidents at the Poughkeepsie Galleria on July 24 and 28.

These posts prompted a police response to the Galleria. Investigations concluded that there was no actual danger to the public, and the posts were deemed invalid.

Joseph Portanova, an 18-year-old resident of the Town of Wappinger, has been charged with falsely reporting an incident.

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