Robbery Suspect Arrested After Two Incidents in Red Hook, NY
On May 21, 2025, the quiet residential community of Red Hook, NY, was startled by two consecutive robbery incidents that unfolded in the early morning hours. At approximately 7:20 a.m., New York State Police Troopers and Investigators from the SP Rhinebeck barracks responded to a reported robbery in the parking lot of the Stewart’s Shop located at 7558 North Broadway. This established local convenience store, known not only for its range of everyday services but also as a community hub, became the scene of unsettling criminal activity.
Incident Details
Upon arrival, officers swiftly located the suspect, identified as John E. Pagan, 61, a resident of Kingston, NY, within the Village of Red Hook. Pagan was taken into custody without incident, an outcome that allowed law enforcement to focus on the unfolding investigation. Not long after the initial robbery at the Stewart’s Shop, further investigation revealed that Pagan had been involved in a second robbery. This subsequent incident occurred near the intersection of West Market Street and State Route 9 in Red Hook, involving an unidentified victim. Both locations are well-known within the community, emphasizing the sudden breach in public safety.
