Police Say Man Found Dead At Long Island Home Was Targeted, Offer Reward In Case

Police along with Crime Stoppers are offering a $2,000 fast cash reward for leads in the case of a man who was shot to death inside his Long Island home in what police are now calling a targeted attack.

Roses Grove Road in Southampton.
Photo Credit: *Google Maps street view*

Kathy Reakes

12/29/2021 10:00 a.m.

The shooting death of Steven Byrnes, age 53, took place on a quiet street in Southampton on Christmas Day.

Police are saying the shooting was not a random attack.

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According to Lt. Susan Ralph, of the Southampton Town Police, officers responded to a call of a burglary at 90 Roses Grove Road, on Saturday, Dec. 25 at approximately 8:45 a.m.

Upon arrival, officers discovered Byrnes fatally shot.

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. The reward will be paid out within 72 hours.

Anyone with information about the 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 confidential.

This continues to be a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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