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Court: Charges Reduced for Man Who Followed Woman Home From Bar

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A Greenwich man pleaded guilty Thursday to two counts of disorderly conduct after he was accused of following a Port Chester woman home from a bar, breaking into her home and trying to assault her, authorities said.

Cesar Duran, 22, of Greenwich was originally charged with two counts of harassment and unlawful imprisonment after allegedly following the victim home last month.

According to police, Duran was out drinking with the victim and other friends in White Plains. He followed the woman home, entered her apartment, and tried to assault her, but she fought off the attack.

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Duran was sentenced to 30 days incarceration and $125 in fines. According to Judge Vita, Duran has issues with his immigration status and will be detained by federal officials upon being released from jail.

Alleged Thief Pleased by Bail Amount

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Sonjay Jones, 46, of Palace Place is charged with felony grand larceny after allegedly from L&L Market on Willett Avenue.

According to police, Jones on Wednesday swiped a bank deposit envelope containing $6,500 from the counter in the store. Later, she returned with $2,000 and asked for a $20 reward "for being a good citizen." She was arrested on the scene.

On Thursday, Judge Joseph Vita set Jones' bail at $1,000. The DA's office had asked for $10,000 bail, and when Vita made the determination, Jones -- who oscillated between tears and belligerence during court proceedings -- breathed a sigh of relief. She then turned to a man near the back of the courtroom and yelled for him to "go and tell them it's $1,000, quick, before they bring me back" to county jail.

The case was adjourned to August 12.

Suspect in Bank Scam Pleads Not Guilty

David Valerio, 23, of the Bronx is charged with felony grand larceny, felony criminal possession of a forged instrument, and criminal impersonation, a misdemeanor.

Valerio allegedly entered the TD Bank on Boston Post Road on Monday and attempted to use a fake New Jersey driver's license to withdraw $3,300.

After a similar incident at a branch in Rye, the bank circulated an internal memo alerting employees to look out for a young man with a distinctive neck scar, which Valerio bears. A teller saw Valerio's scar and called police, and the man was arrested after a brief chase.

On Thursday, Valerio made his first appearance with an attorney and pleaded not guilty to the charges. Judge Vita set his bail at $1,500, which he indicated he would be able to pay.

Valerio's attorney said that the suspect is "gainfully employed" and is studying to become a medical assistant.

The case was adjourned to August 19.

Guilty Plea in Domestic Dispute Case

Rafael Rosco-Chavez of Port Chester pleaded guilty Thursday to second-degree harassment, a misdemeanor.

Rosco-Chavez was originally charged with felony assault after allegedly striking a woman with whom he lived repeatedly. It was not immediately clear how the defendant and victim are related but the matter was referred to a family court, signifying that they are relatives.

Rosco-Chavez was sentenced to a one-year conditional discharge and $300 in fines and fees. A two-year restraining order was taken out on behalf of the victim.

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