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$30K Gambling Scam: Man Nabbed For Scheme On Long Island
A Brooklyn man was caught and arrested for attempting to scam a Long Island woman out of tens of thousands of dollars, police said.
It happened on Monday, April 1 in Mineola, according to Nassau County Police.
On that day, a 57-year-old woman was contacted by the alleged scammer, who claimed to be a Microsoft employee.
He told the victim that she had a $30,000 gambling charge on her account.
Then, a short time later, another man called the victim, this time claiming to be from Chase Fraud Prevention. Police said that the second caller persuaded the woman to take out the $30,000 in cas…
Valentine’s Day Killing: Man Admits Strangling Woman On Long Island
A Long Island man admitted to strangling a woman to death in a car and leaving her body by a dumpster, authorities announced.
Andrew Avila, age 26, pleaded guilty to the charges against him on Tuesday, March 2, according to the Nassau County District Attorney, over a year after the Valentine’s Day death of Rebecca Carlson, age 39.
Original Story: 25-Year-Old From Elmont Accused Of Killing Hempstead Woman Found Next To Dumpster
Avila, who is from Elmont, contacted Carlson through a website, where they agreed to meet in person for a sex act, the DA’s Office said.
In the early morn…
'Best Rendition' Of Breakfast Burrito Found At This Middle Island Eatery, Foodies Say
Often packed with eggs, potatoes, meat, and cheese, nothing screams meal-on-the-go quite like a hearty breakfast burrito.
But where can one find the best wrapped-up-tight breakfast on Long Island? Some Redditors think they know.
“Looking for Long Island’s best rendition of a breakfast burrito,” one user posted on the LongIslandEats subReddit on Monday, April 1. Their recent selections have proven “average but forgettable," they added.
Their fellow foodies heeded the call.
Of the dozens of suggestions in the comments, two eateries garnered the most upvotes: Roast Sandwich House, with locat…
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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Hospital Patient Lashes Out, Injures Staff On Long Island, Police Say
A Long Island man has been arrested after police said he became violent while being treated at a hospital.
It happened in East Meadow on Sunday, Feb. 25, according to Nassau County Police.
That day, 55-year-old Vincent Petrillo, a Mineola resident, was being treated at the Nassau University Medical Center, located at 2201 Hempstead Turnpike.
Then, just after 1 p.m., he allegedly became violent, swinging a wheelchair footrest at a 68-year-old nurse and injuring his hand. While staff attempted to restrain Petrillo, he also reportedly injured another, 60-year-old physician in the kne…
Suspect Nabbed After String Of Business, Home Burglaries On Long Island
A suspect has been apprehended after a string of business and home burglaries on Long Island.
The incidents happened between Friday, Dec. 29, and Wednesday, Jan. 13 at five locations in Nassau County.
The suspect, Marc Gagliano, age 39, of North New Hyde Park, was arrested on Saturday, Jan. 13, Nassau County Police said.
Detectives say Gagliano burglarized the following locations:
A residence located on New Hyde Park Road, North New Hyde Park,
Janie’s Variety Store, 2201 Hillside Avenue, Herricks,
Ultra Mini Mart, 70 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola,
Crown Convenienc…
Man Scams $200K During Long Island Home Renovation Scheme, DA Says
A Long Island business owner has been arrested after he allegedly used customer’s funds for personal use, including eating out and child support payments, authorities said.
Peter Ferrigan, age 56 of Amityville, faced his arraignment on Monday, Nov. 13 for the alleged scam, which lasted for three years, according to the Nassau County District Attorney.
In July 2019, Ferrigan’s company, PBF Home Improvements, LLC., entered a contract with a customer for the demolition and new construction of their home, located on Arizona Avenue in Long Beach.
Though the homeowners gave Ferrigan $852,095…
Bay Shore Racing 'Icon,' Museum Curator Leaves Behind 'Legacy Of Love'
The Long Island racing community is mourning the loss of a beloved stock car racer whose immense home auto museum could surely rival the best of them.
Martin Himes, of Bay Shore, died Monday, Oct. 23, at the age of 84, relatives announced on GoFundMe.
“It is with extremely heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Martin L. Himes, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend,” said Bryan Johnson.
A fixture in the local racing scene described as an “icon” by the Vanderbilt Cup Races, Himes got his first taste of racing at t…
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…
Seen Him? Dunkin' Donuts Thief Stole Employee Cards, More On Long Island: Police
Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating a man who entered a Long Island Dunkin’ Donuts using the employee door and making off with multiple credit cards, cash, and more.
It happened on Thursday, Aug. 16 in Mineola, according to Nassau County Police.
At approximately 8:30 p.m., the burglar went into the Dunkin’ Donuts located at 265 East Jericho Turnpike through an employee-only back entrance.
Once he was inside, he traveled downstairs, to another employee-only area.
There, he took multiple debit and credit cards, cash, keys, and various clothing items befor…
Robbery: Trio Beats Woman With Bats, Make Off With Money On Long Island
A woman was injured after three men beat her with baseball bats, stole her money, and ran in an early-morning Long Island robbery, police said.
It happened on Tuesday, Aug. 1 in Mineola, according to Nassau County Police.
A 45-year-old woman was walking on Mineola Boulevard, near Jericho Turnpike, at approximately 2:15 a.m.
That’s when a trio of men carrying baseball bats jumped out of a white hatchback, police said.
All three of the men began beating the woman with the bats, chipping her two front teeth and causing multiple bruises and abrasions.
One of the men reportedly hit the vic…
Laundromat Break-In: Burglar Steals Thousands From Local Long Island Business
An unknown person robbed a local laundromat, making off with thousands of dollars in cash, police said.
It happened at 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 25 in Mineola, Nassau County Police reported.
The burglar went to Mineola Laundry, located at 211 Mineola Boulevard, and broke in through the locked window.
Once inside, they took $2,500 cash before fleeing on foot, going eastbound on Lincoln Avenue, police said.
The suspect was wearing a dark-colored sweatshirt, dark sweatpants, a baseball cap, and a backpack.
Any person with information pertaining to the crime is encouraged to contact t…
Deceptive Duo: Scammers Steal Thousands From Long Island Man
Two men have been arrested after scamming a Long Island man out of nearly $40,000 in just three days, authorities said.
On Saturday, June 10, two scammers were arrested for the dayslong scheme of a Mineola man, Nassau County Police said.
The incident started on Wednesday, June 7.
Ryad Moussi and Jonathan Caton, both 21-year-olds from Canada, targeted an 86-year-old Mineola man for a scam in which the victim believed his family was in legal trouble and needed money, police reported.
The victim made withdrawals from three different banks: once, taking out $9,250 on Wednesday, June 7; the…
Long Island Man Driving Drunk With Child Onboard Crashes Pickup Tuck, Police Say
A Long Island man driving drunk with a child in the vehicle is facing a host of charges after an overnight crash, according to police.
The crash happened around 8:30 p.m. Friday, April 21 in Carle Place.
Matthew Ryan, age 42, of Mineola, was driving his 2014 Dodge Ram westbound on Westbury Avenue when he crossed over into eastbound lanes of traffic and struck a 2021 Dodge Ram, Nassau County Police said.
Ryan left the scene of the crash, but because of heavy damage to his tires, he came to a stop in front of 252 Westbury Ave., said police.
Ryan's 13-year-old daughter, who was a p…
