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Know Her? Woman Wanted In Theft From Long Island Store Know Her? Woman Wanted In Theft From Long Island Store
Know Her? Woman Wanted In Theft From Long Island Store Police on Long Island are asking the public for help identifying a woman wanted for an alleged $500 theft from a Target store. The incident occurred in Medford on Monday, March 11 at the Target store at 2975 Horseblock Road around 8:50 p.m. The woman stole cosmetics from Target, at 2975 Horseblock Road, on March 11 at 8:59 p.m. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with information can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers to submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, or online at www.P3Tips.com.  Al…
Know Him? Man Wanted For Stealing $5K In Pokemon Cards From Long Island Store, Police Say Know Him? Man Wanted For Stealing $5K In Pokemon Cards From Long Island Store, Police Say
Know Him? Man Wanted For Stealing $5K In Pokemon Cards From Long Island Store, Police Say Police on Long Island are asking the public for help identifying a man who allegedly stole more than $5,000 in Pokemon cards from a store. The incident occurred in Deer Park at the Rip N Ship Gaming located at 729 Acorn St. around 12:10 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 10. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers are offering a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with information about this incident can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers to submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, or online at www.P3Tips.com.  All calls, text messages, and emails will be kept…
5 Alleged Theft Group Members Nabbed For Attempted Burglary In Elmont 5 Alleged Theft Group Members Nabbed For Attempted Burglary In Elmont
5 Alleged Theft Group Members Nabbed For Attempted Burglary In Elmont A group of people, thought to be part of a South American theft group, were arrested after they were discovered on Long Island with a Wi-Fi signal scrambler, crowbars, and more, officials said. It happened on Monday, Jan. 29 in Elmont, according to Nassau County Police. At approximately 9:45 a.m., the group was discovered near South Kings Street in two cars – a black Nissan Rogue and a Mitsubishi Lancer, both with Ohio plates – one of which was recognized by officers as the vehicles involved in multiple burglaries across different jurisdictions. Police said that an investigation located …
Employees At Assisted Living Facility On Long Island Steal $10K From Resident, Police Say Employees At Assisted Living Facility On Long Island Steal $10K From Resident, Police Say
Employees At Assisted Living Facility On Long Island Steal $10K From Resident, Police Say Two employees at an assisted living facility on Long Island are accused of stealing thousands of dollars from a resident. Suffolk County Police said Marisol Garcia and Tekina England stole a debit card from a resident while working as healthcare aides at Birchwood Suites Assisted Living in East Northport. An investigation found that the duo used the card to make over $10,000 in unauthorized purchases between May and July 2023, police said. Garcia, age 19, was arrested in October 2023 and England, age 38, was apprehended on Monday, Jan. 1. They were each charged with criminal possession of…
Know Her? Woman Wanted For Stealing From Long Island Store, Police Say Know Her? Woman Wanted For Stealing From Long Island Store, Police Say
Know Her? Woman Wanted For Stealing From Long Island Store, Police Say Police are asking the public for help identifying a woman who allegedly stole merchandise from a Long Island store. The incident took place around 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16, at the Sunoco, at 240 Terryville Road in Port Jefferson Station. She drove away from the store in an SUV, police said. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with information about these incidents can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers to submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, or online at www.P3Tips.com.  All calls, t…
Know Him? Man Steals Over $4K In Razors From Long Island Target, Police Say Know Him? Man Steals Over $4K In Razors From Long Island Target, Police Say
Know Him? Man Steals Over $4K In Razors From Long Island Target, Police Say Police are working to identify a man suspected of stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of merchandise from a Long Island Target store. The alleged theft occurred Thursday, Nov. 9 at the Target store in Copiague, located on Sunrise Highway. Suffolk County Police said the man made off with roughly $4,700 worth of electric razors and beauty products before fleeing in a car. Surveillance footage shows the man wearing a dark colored shirt and pants with white sneakers, a black beanie, and glasses. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest. An…
Thief Snags $91K In Silver Bars From Long Island UPS Facility, Police Say Thief Snags $91K In Silver Bars From Long Island UPS Facility, Police Say
Thief Snags $91K In Silver Bars From Long Island UPS Facility, Police Say Police are asking for help in identifying a man suspected of stealing silver bars from a shipping business on Long Island. Suffolk County Police said the man walked into a UPS facility in East Farmingdale, located on Smith Street, shortly before 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 22, and showed the employee a fake ID. He then stole a package containing approximately $91,000 worth of silver bars, police said. The man was last seen fleeing in a dark-colored SUV, which was captured on surveillance footage. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest…
Duo At Large After Stealing $1.6K Worth Of Used Cooking Oil Outside Long Island Burger King Duo At Large After Stealing $1.6K Worth Of Used Cooking Oil Outside Long Island Burger King
Duo At Large After Stealing $1.6K Worth Of Used Cooking Oil Outside Long Island Burger King Do you know them? Police are asking the public's help in their search for two men who stole $1,600 worth of used cooking oil outside a Burger King on Long Island. The suspects fled in a white van, Suffolk County Police said.  The incident happened around 5:35 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31 in Huntington on East Jericho Turnpike. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest.  Anyone with information about these incidents can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers to submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, utilizing a mobil…
Recognize Him? Thief Nabs Over $1K In Audio Equipment From Long Island Business, Police Say Recognize Him? Thief Nabs Over $1K In Audio Equipment From Long Island Business, Police Say
Recognize Him? Thief Nabs Over $1K In Audio Equipment From Long Island Business, Police Say If you recognize this sticky-fingered culprit, police want to hear from you. Detectives are asking for help in identifying a suspect who was caught on surveillance footage stealing property from a Long Island business. The theft occurred at around 10:20 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 19, in Rocky Point, at the North Shore Beach Association clubhouse, according to Suffolk County Police. The man stole audio equipment, including speakers and a tablet, valued at over $1,100. Earlier report: Know Him? Alert Issued For Wanted Man After Rocky Point Burglary Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offer…
Know Him? Alert Issued For Wanted Man After Long Island Burglary Know Him? Alert Issued For Wanted Man After Long Island Burglary
Know Him? Alert Issued For Wanted Man After Long Island Burglary Authorities are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate a person who stole audio equipment from a Long Island business. The man stole speakers and a tablet from the North Shore Beach Association, located in Rocky Point at 55 Clubhouse Drive, at approximately 10:20 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 19, Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Seventh Squad said in an advisory issued Tuesday, Oct.31. The property was valued at approximately $1,180.  Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. An…
Teens Steal Religious Items From Jewish Center In Kings Point, Police Say Teens Steal Religious Items From Jewish Center In Kings Point, Police Say
Teens Steal Religious Items From Jewish Center In Kings Point, Police Say A teen duo was arrested after police say they broke into a Long Island Chabad and stole multiple items of religious significance. It happened on Monday, Oct. 16 in Kings Point, according to Nassau County Police. At approximately 2 p.m., a pair of teen girls went into the Chabad of Great Neck, located at 400 East Shore Road, using a side door that was unlocked. Once inside, the duo stole religious items, including Seder candles, a bag of Tefillin prayer straps, keys, and assorted coins. They fled on foot in an unknown direction. After an investigation, police located the teens, aged …
Starbucks Swiper: Man Steals Thousands In Gift Cards From Long Island Chain Starbucks Swiper: Man Steals Thousands In Gift Cards From Long Island Chain
Starbucks Swiper: Man Steals Thousands In Gift Cards From Long Island Chain A thirsty thief walked out of a Long Island Starbucks with thousands of dollars worth of gift cards, authorities said. The incident happened on Friday, Sept. 29 in Coram. Just before 6 p.m., an unknown man walked into the Starbucks located at 1710 Route 112. Authorities said the man snatched gift cards from an employee, worth a total of $1,200, and ran. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers are offering a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest of the thief. Anyone with information can submit tips by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, online at www.P3Tips.com, or by using the P3 Tips app. …
Early-Morning Thief Nabs Work Truck From Long Island Municipal Building Early-Morning Thief Nabs Work Truck From Long Island Municipal Building
Early-Morning Thief Nabs Work Truck From Long Island Municipal Building Police are investigating the early-morning theft of a work truck from a Long Island municipal building. The incident happened at around 3:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26, in Riverhead, at the Riverhead Water District Garage located on Pulaski Street. According to Riverhead Town Police, someone broke into the building before making off with a 2002 white Chevrolet work truck. The culprit also stole various copper pipes and tools, and damaged a fence while fleeing. Investigators later found the truck abandoned in Coram thanks to the help of an onboard GPS system. No arrests had been made as of …
Know Him? Beer Bandit Nabs 15 Cases Of Corona From Long Island Convenience Store, Police Say Know Him? Beer Bandit Nabs 15 Cases Of Corona From Long Island Convenience Store, Police Say
Know Him? Beer Bandit Nabs 15 Cases Of Corona From Long Island Convenience Store, Police Say If you recognize this beer bandit, police want to hear from you. The theft happened at around 3:20 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, in Deer Park, at the Sunoco station on Deer Park Avenue. Suffolk County Police said a man forced his way into the store before stealing 15 cases of Corona beer. He then fled in a four-door sedan. The suspect is described as light skinned, wearing a dark hooded jacket with reflective stripes on the wrist and near the waistline. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest. Tips can be submitted on the organization’s web…
Know Them? Trio Wanted For Damaging Long Island Business, Police Say Know Them? Trio Wanted For Damaging Long Island Business, Police Say
Know Them? Trio Wanted For Damaging Long Island Business, Police Say Police are asking the public for help identifying three men who allegedly damaged property at a Long Island business. The incident took place in Montauk on Saturday, Sept. 2 at Marshall's and Sons Service Center located at 701 Montauk Highway. According to Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and East Hampton Town Police Department detectives the three men damaged property and a vehicle and stole items. Some of the damage included two planters that were broken, damage to the interior of an oil truck, and stolen paperwork from a vehicle in the parking lot. The suspects fled on foot. Suffol…
Know Her? Woman Wanted For Wallet Theft On Long Island Know Her? Woman Wanted For Wallet Theft On Long Island
Know Her? Woman Wanted For Wallet Theft On Long Island Police on Long Island are asking the public for help identifying and locating a woman who allegedly stole a wallet from a bakery countertop. The incident took place in Patchogue on Sunday, Sept. 3 at the Familia Bakery at 227 East Main St. According to Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police, the woman took the wallet that was on a countertop at the bakery. The alleged suspect.Suffolk County Police Department Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest.  Anyone with information about the incidents can contact Suffolk County Crime St…
Duo Steals $37K Worth Of Bags From Long Island Louis Vuitton Wearing Graduation Caps, Gowns Duo Steals $37K Worth Of Bags From Long Island Louis Vuitton Wearing Graduation Caps, Gowns
Duo Steals $37K Worth Of Bags From Long Island Louis Vuitton Wearing Graduation Caps, Gowns Police are working to identify two people accused of stealing over $37,000 worth of merchandise from a Louis Vuitton store on Long Island. The theft occurred on Saturday, June 24, at the Walt Whitman Shops mall in Huntington Station, according to Suffolk County Police. Detectives said the duo entered the store at around 5:40 p.m. wearing graduation caps and gowns. They then banned $37,750 worth of bags before fleeing without paying. No employees or customers were injured. Anyone with information in the case is asked to contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS. The organiza…
Seen Him? Medicine Thief Spotted Stealing From Long Island Store, Police Say Seen Him? Medicine Thief Spotted Stealing From Long Island Store, Police Say
Seen Him? Medicine Thief Spotted Stealing From Long Island Store, Police Say Officials are imploring the community to aid in identifying and locating a man who they say stole nearly $1,000 in medicine from a Long Island grocery store. According to the Suffolk County Police, the man was seen leaving the Smithtown Stop & Shop, located at 291 West Main Street, on June 23. He left the store at approximately 5:30 p.m. with around $1,000 worth of over-the-counter medicine in tow. Though a physical description was not provided, a security camera picture that captured the suspect entering the store showed a man with dark hair. He was wearing a black jacket and blue …
Know Them? Group Steals $3K Worth Of Sunglasses From Long Island Business, Police Say Know Them? Group Steals $3K Worth Of Sunglasses From Long Island Business, Police Say
Know Them? Group Steals $3K Worth Of Sunglasses From Long Island Business, Police Say Police are working to identify four people accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of merchandise from a Long Island business. The theft occurred Friday, June 30, at the Sunglass Hat in Riverhead, located in the Riverhead Tanger Outlets. Suffolk County Police said three women and a man entered the store at around 2:40 p.m. and made off with approximately $3,000 worth of products. Anyone with information in the case is asked to contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS. The organization is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest. Share this story b…
Seen Him? Man Stole Over $18K In Euros From Car In Williston Park, Police Say Seen Him? Man Stole Over $18K In Euros From Car In Williston Park, Police Say
Seen Him? Man Stole Over $18K In Euros From Car In Williston Park, 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’…
Habitual Flag Thief Nabbed After Targeting Several Long Island Businesses, Police Say Habitual Flag Thief Nabbed After Targeting Several Long Island Businesses, Police Say
Habitual Flag Thief Nabbed After Targeting Several Long Island Businesses, Police Say Police have arrested a man accused of stealing several American flags from businesses on Long Island. The alleged crime spree came to an end Thursday, June 1, when an employee at the Laundry Palace in Riverhead called 911 saying a man had just cut the rope and removed the flags from outside the business. When officers arrived, they found a man matching the suspect description not far from the scene. He was later identified as 37-year-old Nelson Priester, who is homeless. Priester was reportedly uncooperative and initially refused to identify himself. Investigators were able to tie him to…
Woman Charged With Multiple Thefts From Valley Stream Target Store Woman Charged With Multiple Thefts From Valley Stream Target Store
Woman Charged With Multiple Thefts From Valley Stream Target Store A 30-year-old woman has been charged with allegedly stealing items from a Long Island Target store and then returning them for cash on multiple occasions. Kenya Sanders, of Queens, and Hopemills, North Carolina, was arrested on Tuesday, May 16 after Nassau County Police responded to the Target store in Valley Stream for a reported theft. According to Nassau County detectives, officers responded to the Target Store located at 500 W. Sunrise Highway where a loss prevention employee had spotted Sanders concealing merchandise and exiting the store without paying.  Sanders was th…
‘Fix A Flat’ Scam: $8,000 Cash Stolen From Woman In Carle Place ‘Fix A Flat’ Scam: $8,000 Cash Stolen From Woman In Carle Place
‘Fix A Flat’ Scam: $8,000 Cash Stolen From Woman In Carle Place $8,000 in cash was stolen from a Long Island woman in a scam involving her tire being flattened, police said. The woman withdrew the cash at a Chase Bank, located in Carle Place on Old Country Road, on Monday, April 10 at 12:45 p.m., Nassau County Police reported. She then placed the cash and her wallet in her purse and left it on the front seat while she drove westbound on Old Country Road. Authorities reported that the woman heard a noise coming from her car shortly after beginning to drive and noticed that her low tire pressure light was on. When she pulled over, the victim saw that…
Know Them? Trio Nabs Massage Guns, Lego Sets From Long Island Target Know Them? Trio Nabs Massage Guns, Lego Sets From Long Island Target
Know Them? Trio Nabs Massage Guns, Lego Sets From Long Island Target Police are working to identify three people accused of stealing more than $1,200 in merchandise from a Long Island Target. The theft occurred on March 19 in Medford, at the Target on Horseblock Road, according to Suffolk County Police. Detectives said three men stole massage guns and Lego sets valued at approximately $1,260. A cash reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest.  Those with tips are asked to contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-200-TIPS. All calls, text messages, and emails will stay confidential.
High-End Heist: Trio Nabs $31K In Handbags From Long Island Louis Vuitton High-End Heist: Trio Nabs $31K In Handbags From Long Island Louis Vuitton
High-End Heist: Trio Nabs $31K In Handbags From Long Island Louis Vuitton Police are seeking tips after three people stole tens of thousands of dollars worth of handbags from a Louis Vuitton store on Long Island. The theft occurred Feb. 22 in Huntington Station, at the Walt Whitman Shops, according to Suffolk County Police. Detectives said two women and a man stole seven handbags valued at approximately $31,000. The trio then fled in a 2014 Chevy Impala with New Jersey license plate E77-PEM. The vehicle was reportedly driven by a fourth suspect. Anyone with information is asked to contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS. Share this story by cl…
Manager Who Stole $50K From Developmentally Disabled Adults At LI Group Home Sentenced Manager Who Stole $50K From Developmentally Disabled Adults At LI Group Home Sentenced
Manager Who Stole $50K From Developmentally Disabled Adults At LI Group Home Sentenced The former manager of a Long Island group home is heading to jail after stealing thousands of dollars from developmentally disabled adults entrusted to her care. Jazzame Paranzino, age 31, of Shirley, was sentenced to four months behind bars followed by five years of probation in Suffolk County Court on Thursday, April 6. It followed her December 2022 guilty plea for stealing from residents at the Maryhaven Center of Hope in Medford. According to prosecutors, Paranzino worked as a site manager at the facility, which houses severely developmentally disabled adults who cannot care for thems…
Trio Steals Multiple Tires, Rims From Nassau County Dealerships, Police Say Trio Steals Multiple Tires, Rims From Nassau County Dealerships, Police Say
Trio Steals Multiple Tires, Rims From Nassau County Dealerships, Police Say Three men accused of stealing multiple car tires and rims from Long Island dealerships have been arrested. Chase Barret, age 33, of Astoria; Eldorado Sterling, age 29, of Queens; and Jovanie Clarke, age 29, of Queens, were arrested on Sunday, April 2 following a traffic stop in Woodbury, according to Nassau County Police. Officers spotted them at around 2 a.m. in a white Ford Econoline van traveling on Jericho Turnpike. The vehicle had been involved in multiple previous larcenies, police said. All three were arrested without incident. Further investigation confirmed the three su…
Seen Him? Thief Nabs Over $1K Worth Of Perfume From Ulta Beauty On Long Island Seen Him? Thief Nabs Over $1K Worth Of Perfume From Ulta Beauty On Long Island
Seen Him? Thief Nabs Over $1K Worth Of Perfume From Ulta Beauty On Long Island Police are asking for help in identifying a man seen on surveillance video stealing more than $1,000 worth of merchandise from an Ulta Beauty store on Long Island. The theft occurred on Monday, Feb. 13, at the Ulta Beauty in Commack, located on Veterans Memorial Highway, according to Suffolk County Police. Detectives said the man stole approximately $1,100 worth of fragrances before fleeing in a silver sedan with Florida license plates. Anyone with information is asked to contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below.
Duo Steals $16K Worth Of Jewelry From Cedarhurst Business, Police Say Duo Steals $16K Worth Of Jewelry From Cedarhurst Business, Police Say
Duo Steals $16K Worth Of Jewelry From Cedarhurst Business, Police Say Police are investigating after two people stole thousands of dollars worth of jewelry from a Long Island business. The incident happened shortly after 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 1, in Cedarhurst, at The Jewelry Showroom on Central Avenue, according to Nassau County Police. Detectives said a man and woman entered the store and the female suspect began distracting an employee. That’s when the male suspect grabbed four diamond rings valued at $9,000, police said. He then grabbed a diamond bracelet worth $7,000 and put it in his pocket. Police said a second man was waiting for the pair outside.…
Grab-Run Theft: Trio Make Off With $24K In Versace Handbags At Manhasset Store Grab-Run Theft: Trio Make Off With $24K In Versace Handbags At Manhasset Store
Grab-Run Theft: Trio Make Off With $24K In Versace Handbags At Manhasset Store Police are searching for a man and two women who allegedly made off with more than $24,000 in handbags from a Versace store on Long Island. The incident took place in Nassau County around 3:50 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28 at the Versace store in Manhasset, located at 2006 Northern Blvd. According to detectives, a man, and two women entered the store and grabbed various bags, and exited the store without making a payment.  The bags were valued in excess of $24,000 dollars, police said. The suspects entered a 2019 Nissan Altima with a New Jersey registration and …
Serial Thief Nabs Wallets, Credit Cards From Long Island Gym Lockers, Police Say Serial Thief Nabs Wallets, Credit Cards From Long Island Gym Lockers, Police Say
Serial Thief Nabs Wallets, Credit Cards From Long Island Gym Lockers, Police Say A 56-year-old man is facing dozens of criminal charges after allegedly stealing personal belongings from several fitness centers on Long Island. Carl Francois, of West Babylon, was arrested Wednesday, Feb. 22 following an investigation by Suffolk County Police, the department said. Detectives said Francois stole numerous wallets and credit cards from lockers at LA Fitness locations throughout Suffolk County over a five-week period beginning in January 2023. The items were stolen from both secured and unsecured lockers. Officers arrested Francois Wednesday afternoon following a traffic stop…