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Carteret Man Posing As Walmart Worker Scams NY Woman, 69, Out Of $20K: Police
A phone call claiming to protect a Long Island resident's savings ended in a $20,000 scam carried out by a 51-year-old New Jersey man, according to authorities.
The victim, a 69-year-old New Hyde Park woman, received the call from Tejas Kapur, of Carteret, who falsely identified himself as a Walmart employee, according to Nassau County Police.
Kapur told the victim that there was fraudulent activity on her account and that her Social Security number was compromised, authorities said.
Kapur then instructed the victim to move her money out of her bank account to protect it.
On Monday,…
'Project 21': 3 Nabbed Selling Tobacco, More To Minors On Long Island, Police Say
Three people from three different Long Island stores were arrested after authorities claimed they sold alcohol, tobacco, and THC products to minors.
The arrests took place on Monday, March 18 throughout Nassau County with the assistance of underage agents and the department’s Problem Oriented Policing (POP) unit.
In East Meadow, Cindy Granados Vigil, a 21-year-old, was arrested for what authorities said was the second time in four months for selling tobacco products to minors at Hempstead Convenience & Smoke, located at 2125 Hempstead Turnpike.
Not only was Vigil taken into custody, b…
Fourth Man Nabbed For String Of Long Island Burglaries: Police
A young man from New Jersey was arrested after he was discovered to be part of a group that has committed a string of burglaries across Long Island, police announced.
Fazon Farrington, age 19 of Newark, New Jersey, was arrested following an investigation that stemmed from a Lake Success incident, Nassau County Police said on Thursday, March 14.
On Saturday, Jan. 13, a group of three men, also from New Jersey, were reportedly fleeing from the scene of a home they attempted to burgle — but were stopped when they crashed into the officers driving towards the scene.
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Hudson Valley Anesthesiologist Drugs, Sexually Assaults Victim: Police
An anesthesiologist faces charges after allegedly giving anesthesia to a victim without her knowledge and sexually assaulting her, police announced.
Putnam County resident Paul Giacopelli of Southeast, age 59, was interviewed and arrested on Saturday, Dec. 30 on sexual abuse charges, the Putnam County Sheriff's Office announced on Wednesday, Jan. 3.
According to authorities, on Friday, Dec. 29, the Sheriff's Office was told that a female victim known to Giacopelli had been given anesthesia without her knowledge and was then sexually assaulted.
This happened multip…
Million-Dollar Winners: Group Including Long Islanders Claims Top Prize
A group of six people, including some from Long Island, have claimed their top lottery prize, splitting it amongst themselves, lottery officials said.
On Tuesday, Oct. 17, the New York Lottery announced that the lucky group had claimed their million-dollar prize for matching the first five numbers for the Mega Millions drawing that occurred months before.
The group included two Nassau County residents:
Mindy Golomb of Great Neck, who won $108,500 after required withholdings; and
Susan Eugene from Bellerose, who won $102,040 after required withholdings.
The other four group members wer…
Woman Scammed $750K Out Of Long Island Victim, Sentenced
A Long Island woman who stole nearly three-quarters of a million dollars from an elderly woman will now spend years behind bars, authorities announced.
On Friday, Sept. 15, Elizabeth Reilly, a 50-year-old New Hyde Park woman, was sentenced to three to six years in prison for grand larceny, according to the Nassau County District Attorney.
Original story: $750K Stolen: New Hyde Park Thief Used Money On Plane Tickets, Beauty, DA Says
At the time of the crimes, Reilly was employed by a Floral Park attorney who had a verbal agreement with a 91-year-old woman to handle her finances whil…
These Long Island Pizzerias Named Best For Regional Styles, New Report Says
A new report by The Washington Post has recognized these Long Island pizzerias as among the best joints in New York State when it comes to certain regional pizza styles.
The four pizza joints earned recognition as part of a new national database by the Post that categorizes the best restaurants in each state specializing in Chicago, Detroit, Neapolitan, New York, Roman, Sicilian, and Tavern-style pizza.
According to the rankings, the pizzerias that are pros at serving up certain styles of slices are:
Eddie’s Pizza, located at 2048 Hillside Ave. in New Hyde Park, which specializes in ta…
Naked Man Punches Woman, Runs Into Oncoming Traffic On Long Island: Police
A Long Island man was arrested after he punched a woman, attempted to run into traffic, and fought an officer – all while nude, police said.
It happened on Sunday, Sept. 3 in New Hyde Park, according to Nassau County Police.
At approximately 10:35 p.m. near 633 Jericho Turnpike, 29-year-old Varinder Singh approached a 23-year-old woman while entirely naked.
Singh allegedly punched the woman in the upper right arm or shoulder.
When officers arrived, they saw him running east on Jericho Turnpike.
According to the NCPD, officers attempted to make contact with Singh, but he started to r…
Million-Dollar Lottery Ticket Sold At This Long Island Store
If you purchased a lottery ticket at this Long Island location, you may be a newly minted millionaire, according to lottery officials.
On Wednesday, Aug. 23, the New York Lottery announced that a second-prize winning Mega Millions ticket, worth $1 million, was sold at a New Hyde Park convenience store.
The ticket was purchased at Cumberland Farms, located at 2201 New Hyde Park Road, and was a part of the Tuesday, Aug. 22 drawing.
Winning numbers for the Mega Millions game are drawn from a field of one to 70, with the Mega Ball being drawn from a separate field of one to 25.
Mega Milli…
After Breaking Into 18 Long Island Businesses, Duo Finally Nabbed At Bagel Shop, Police Say
Two men are behind bars in connection with a string of burglaries at Long Island businesses.
Diego Ercoli, age 50, and Hector Portilla, age 60, both of Queens, were arrested Thursday, Aug. 3, after they were caught breaking into Merrick’s Bagel Chalet on Merrick Road, according to Nassau County Police.
Detectives said the men were behind 18 other burglaries that have occurred throughout Nassau County since April 2023, including in Hicksville, New Hyde Park, and Oceanside.
Nowhere was safe from their sights, with the duo targeting all types of businesses, including a deli, laundromat, pharm…
Seen Him? Man Stole Over $18K In Euros From Car On Long Island, Police Say
Police are searching for a man who they say stole $18,000 worth of euros from a car while it was parked at a Long Island diner.
On Friday, June 30, the victim, a 38-year-old man, went to a bank in New Hyde Park to exchange $18,500 for approximately 16,959 euros, according to the Nassau County Police.
After leaving the bank, the victim put the money inside the glove box of his Nissan Altima and drove to the Williston Diner, located at 112 Hillside Avenue.
At 4:45 p.m., while the victim was inside the diner, police reported that a man walked into the parking lot, opened the Nissan Altima’…
Update: Missing New Hyde Park Mother, 2-Year-Old Daughter Found
Update:
A Long Island mother and daughter who went missing have been found.
Jiery Ramos-Martinez, age 2, and her mother, Telma Martinez, age 24, had last been seen in New Hyde Park walking on Jericho Turnpike in New Hyde Park on Friday, June 16 at 7 a.m., according to Nassau County Police.
On Saturday afternoon, June 17, police reported the two have been found.
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Have you seen them?
A Long Island mother and daughter have gone missing and authorities are asking for the public's help in locating them.
Jiery Ramos-Martinez, age 2, and her mother, Telma Martinez, age 2…
Prostitution Sting: Undercover Officers Bust Masseuses In Hudson Valley, Police Say
Three women were arrested on Thursday, June 8, following an undercover prostitution sting in New Windsor, and authorities say residents should expect more busts like this in the future.
Officials said the sting began after several residents and nearby businesses complained to police about suspicious activity. Officers said the women did not have their massage licenses, and each solicited sex from them.
They include:
A & A Spa – 357 Windsor Hwy, New Windsor: Jung Sook Kim, 62, of Jackson, NJ
Sun & Moon Spa – 357 Old Forge Hill Road, New Windsor: Enshu Kim, 49, of…
