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New Rochelle Police Department
Arrests Serial Graffiti Artist
The New Rochelle Police Department has successfully concluded an investigation into a series of graffiti incidents that have plagued the city and surrounding areas for over a year. The suspect, identified as Daniel Henderson, 42 years of age, of Yonkers, NY, was arrested on December 27th, 2024, in connection with the “One Slice Please” graffiti movement.
Detectives from New Rochelle PD were assigned to investigate a serial graffiti artist who had been vandalizing various locations throughout the city. The suspect had tagged approximately 13 sites with either a slice of pizza or the slogan “1sliceplease.com.” Through extensive investigation and gathering of leads, detectives were able to identify Daniel Henderson as the primary suspect. On December 27th, 2024, detectives arrested Henderson for the acts of vandalism. The arrest marks the culmination of a year-long investigation into the “One Slice Please” movement, which had gained significant traction on social media and attracted attention from local media outlets and influencers in Westchester County.
Daniel Henderson has been charged with three counts of Making Graffiti (PL 145.60). Additional charges are pending as the investigation continues. The New Rochelle Police Department is actively coordinating with 14 other jurisdictions that have been affected by the “One Slice Please” pizza-themed graffiti.
The New Rochelle Police Department would like to thank the public for their assistance in this investigation. Anyone with additional information related to this case is urged to contact the New Rochelle Police Department (914) 654-2300.
ARRESTED: Daniel Henderson, 42 years of age, of Yonkers.
CHARGES: New York State Penal Law Section: 145.60 Making Graffiti (3 counts) – A Misdemeanor
New Rochelle Police Department Investigating Fatal Shooting on Rhoda Quash Lane
On January 6th, 2025, at about 10:49am, the New Rochelle Police Department responded to a fatal shooting that occurred on Rhoda Quash Lane located in the Heritage Homes Complex. At approximately 10:49 AM, New Rochelle PD received reports of shots fired in the area of Rhoda Quash Lane. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 22-year-old male victim from Mt Vernon, who was suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to his chest. Responding New Rochelle Police Officers immediately rendered emergency medical aid until the victim was transported to a local hospital; he was later pronounced deceased. New Rochelle Detectives also quickly responded to the scene and began their investigation. Shortly thereafter, New Rochelle Detectives identified several persons of interest and brought them to New Rochelle Police Headquarters for questioning. They also apprehended another suspect later when he sought medical treatment, in the Bronx, for a gunshot wound to his hand. He was taken into custody without incident. Preliminary information suggests that the shooter and the victim knew each other, and that the incident may have stemmed from a personal dispute; the nature of this dispute is unknown at this time. Multiple handguns were found in relation to this case and information on these weapons will be mentioned in a subsequent press release.
The victim has been identified as David Smith, 22 years of age, of Mt. Vernon.
The New Rochelle Police Department is asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any relevant information to contact the Detective Division at (914) 654-2300. Anonymous tips can be submitted through the department’s confidential tip line at (914) 632-COPS.
ARRESTED: Marquis Williamson, 21years of age, of Newark, NJ. Amiri Oneal, 21 years of age, of Mt Vernon, NY. CHARGES: New York State Penal Law Section: 125.25 Murder 2nd Degree – A-1 Felony
ALSO ARRESTED: Anthony Webster, 20 years of age, of Mt Vernon.
CHARGES: New York State Penal Law Sections: 265.03 Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd Degree – C Felony 265.02 Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd Degree – D Felony
ARRESTED: Ali Mohammed, 21 years of age, of Mt. Vernon
CHARGES: New York State Penal Law Sections: 125.25 Murder 2nd Degree – A-1 Felony 265.03 Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd Degree – C Felony