POLICE SEARCH FOR CAR THAT PASSED SCHOOL BUS

New York State Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a dark-colored 2007 Jeep Commander with Connecticut license plates that passed a school bus on Route 7 in Pittstown, N.Y., on Tuesday.

Police said the driver of the vehicle narrowly avoided hitting a student who was getting off the bus. The male operator was believed to be between the ages of 40 and 50. Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who has information is asked to contact Investigator Judge at 518-279-4427 or email crimetip@troopers.ny.gov.