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Poughkeepsie man admits to pistol-whipping worker in robbery

Joseph Rico, of Poughkeepsie, admitted Tuesday to pistol-whipping an employee who refused to open a safe during the March robbery.

News 12 Staff

Aug 21, 2025, 6:46 AM

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A man has pleaded guilty in connection to an armed robbery at a fast food restaurant in the town of New Windsor.

Joseph Rico, of Poughkeepsie, admitted Tuesday to pistol-whipping an employee who refused to open a safe during the March robbery.

Prosecutors say Rico was armed when he tried to rob the restaurant.

The 50-year-old faces 15 years in prison when he is sentenced in October, according to the Orange County District Attorney.

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