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Veteran officer takes helm as Clarkstown police chief

Fay said his priorities include enhancing community policing, increasing traffic enforcement, and addressing narcotics and street crime.

Diane Caruso

May 12, 2026, 1:11 PM

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Clarkstown has a new police chief following a swearing-in ceremony held at Town Hall.

James Fay was officially sworn in Monday morning as the town’s new police chief.

He now leads a force of more than 150 officers.

Fay said his priorities include enhancing community policing, increasing traffic enforcement, and addressing narcotics and street crime.

He also emphasized his long-standing ties to the community.

“I take your trust in me very seriously,” Fay said. “My family has been here a very long time and I'm looking forward to serving the community and being responsive to their concerns.”

Fay has been with the Clarkstown Police Department for more than three decades.

He replaces Jeffrey Wanamaker, who retired last month.

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