Crews rescue fisherman near Peebles Island in Cohoes
Luis Martinez
Luis Martinez
Reporter · Albany, NY
Luis Martinez, a proud Albany native, has spent the past 5 years reporting on community issues and grassroots movements. He earned his degree from The City University of New York and has previously worked for various local newspapers, focusing on stories that highlight community resilience and activism.
More from Luis →Reporter · Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 9:34 PM · 1 min read
Crews conducted a water rescue in Cohoes on Wednesday afternoon. A fisherman was reportedly in distress in the area of the Mohawk River near Peebles Island at about 2:47 p.m., according to New York State Police.