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

Christopher Ortiz now faces multiple charges, including criminal mischief.

News 12 Staff

Aug 3, 2024, 2:20 AM

Updated 128 days ago

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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.