Mounted Police Foundation of Rockland County

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Mounted Police Foundation of Rockland County The Mounted Police Foundation of Rockland County was established to support mounted police operations provided by the Rockland Sheriff's Office.

Rockland County's mounted unit was created by the Sheriff's office in 1962. Originally an all-volunteer unit, it assisted with crowd control for special events, search and rescue operations, as well as functioning as a public relations arm for the department. As the years passed, it evolved to become a fully integrated police unit as part of the County Sheriff's office, where it remains an essential component for today's public safety. As Sheriff Louis Falco III explains, the mounted patrols are a vital part of our community. They work closely with town and village police departments, assisting with crowd control in more densely populated areas as such as Spring Valley, Haverstraw and Nyack on nights and weekends. They are a highly visible presence throughout the county at parades, concerts, street fairs, and even high school football games. Patrols can also been seen regularly at Rockland Community College, since the horses are better able to travel the areas between buildings. And they do this at no charge to the communities they serve. There are seven horses in the mounted unit. All have been donated, with some on patrol for more than ten years. Each horse has been named after an officer killed in the line of duty. They have all undergone sensory training to get them accustomed to noisy situations, and are bonded to the officers who handle them. Care of the horses is steep; each horse costs the Sheriff's office approximately $1,000 a month for boarding and care. Why the need for a mounted unit given today's technology? Sheriff Falco explains: "The horses offer capabilities that an officer on foot or in a vehicle cannot. For example, they enable officers to get a higher vantage point to assess a situation. This is a tremendous advantage in crowd control. They can also traverse rough terrain to assist in locating missing or injured persons in parks and other areas that are inaccessible to vehicles. And because of their size, they can easily clear a path in a crowd should it be necessary to get an ambulance or public safety vehicle through. People respect the size of these animals and respond to them." Please consider making a donation to the Mounted Police Foundation of Rockland County to support this essential unit. In addition to cash donations, the Sheriff's office will gladly work with anyone interested in donating services to offset the care of their horses. Visit www.rocklandgives.org/donationspage.html (scroll down to Mounted Police Foundation of Rockland County) or email [email protected] to help, or to learn more.

09/16/2026
09/13/2026

🏆 🥎 The Rockland County Sheriff’s Office took home the championship at today’s Orange County Sheriff’s Deputies Association Softball Tournament!
A big thank you to the Orange County Sheriff’s Deputies Association for hosting a great day of friendly competition, camaraderie, and teamwork.
We appreciate the hospitality and congratulate all of the teams who participated.
And a special congratulations to our RCSO team on bringing home the win! 🏆👏

Friday Night under the lights for Police Horses Connor, Copper, Flash, and Warrior. The RCSO Mounted Unit assisted Have...
09/05/2026

Friday Night under the lights for Police Horses Connor, Copper, Flash, and Warrior. The RCSO Mounted Unit assisted Haverstraw PD in providing a safe enjoyable environment as the North Rockland Red Raiders and the Nyack Red Hawks competed in the long standing Rockland County Rivalry.

A great day for all! We are happy that the RCSO Mounted Unit was able to help provide a day of fun and smiles for the c...
08/12/2026

A great day for all!
We are happy that the RCSO Mounted Unit was able to help provide a day of fun and smiles for the children. A shout out to our equine friends Riding Stables for donating for the second year pony rides for the children.

07/12/2026

The Rockland County Sheriff's Office proudly congratulates Patrol Officer Tom Zinna and his partner, K9 Stewart, on their recent graduation from K9 Patrol School, hosted by the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Over the course of an intensive 16-week training program, PO Zinna and K9 Stewart earned New York State DCJS certification in obedience, tracking, article searches, handler protection, and criminal apprehension, officially joining the ranks of certified K9 patrol teams.
K9 Stewart was named in honor of former Rockland County Sheriff's Office Chief Harry A. Stewart, whose leadership and dedication played an integral role in the growth and success of the agency. After an extraordinary 43-year career in law enforcement, Chief Stewart retired and later passed away following a brief illness on January 18, 2021. His legacy continues to inspire members of the Sheriff's Office and will never be forgotten.
K9 Stewart is a 19-month-old German Shepherd imported from Hungary. He was generously purchased and donated to the Rockland County Sheriff's Office by Clarkstown resident Ms. Michelle Mattei. A steadfast supporter of law enforcement, Ms. Mattei made the donation in honor of her late grandfather, Mr. Hugo Dumke, who proudly served as a mounted police officer in Germany.
Ms. Mattei's generous contribution not only strengthens the capabilities of the Rockland County Sheriff's Office K9 Unit but also enhances public safety by providing the citizens of Rockland County with another highly trained K9 team. This fall, PO Zinna and K9 Stewart will return to training to attend explosives detection school, where they will further expand their operational capabilities.
Please join us in congratulating Patrol Officer Tom Zinna and K9 Stewart on this outstanding achievement. We wish them continued success and a long, safe, and distinguished career serving the residents of Rockland County.

05/21/2026

The Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Police Unit was honored to participate in the 2026 National Police Week events in Washington, D.C. alongside law enforcement officers from across the nation. North American Police Equestrian Council 2026.
National Police Week is a time to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, while recognizing the dedication and service of those who continue to protect our communities each day 🇺🇸 🚔🐴

PH Copper and PH Trevor went back to school and had a great time with the students and staff at Stony Point Elementary S...
02/15/2026

PH Copper and PH Trevor went back to school and had a great time with the students and staff at Stony Point Elementary School on Friday

Congratulations Chief Joachim.
01/14/2026

Congratulations Chief Joachim.

Sheriff Louis Falco III is pleased to announce the promotion of Paul Joachim to the position of Chief of Corrections, effective January 1, 2026.

Chief Joachim began his career with the County of Rockland in January 1995 and was appointed as a Correction Officer in September 2003. Through his dedication, professionalism, and leadership, he steadily advanced through the ranks of the Corrections Division.

We congratulate Chief Joachim on this well-deserved promotion and wish him continued success as he leads the Corrections Division in this new role.

Happy New Year from the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Unit!
01/01/2026

Happy New Year from the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Unit!

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Stony Point, NY
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