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Police Searching For Answers After Family Of 4 Found Brutally Murdered At Suburban NY Home Police Searching For Answers After Family Of 4 Found Brutally Murdered At Suburban NY Home
Police Searching For Answers After Family Of 4 Found Brutally Murdered At Suburban NY Home New York State Police are asking the public's help in their investigation of a cold-case murder mystery of a family of four at their suburban upstate New York home. Tuesday, Oct. 8 marks the 10-year anniversary of the crime. On that Wednesday in 2014, troopers and multiple other law enforcement agencies responded to the Albany County home on Western Avenue in the town of Guilderland. Inside the home, police located 7-year-old Eddy Chen, 10-year-old Anthony Chen, and their parents, Hai Yan Li and Jin Feng Chen, brutally murdered. "The State Police Troop G Major Crimes Unit and SP New …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Seen Her Or This Car? Alert Issued For Missing Long Island Woman Seen Her Or This Car? Alert Issued For Missing Long Island Woman
Seen Her Or This Car? Alert Issued For Missing Long Island Woman Have you seen her? A Long Island woman has gone missing and authorities are asking the public's help in locating her.  Betty Falk, age 66, was last seen leaving her Hewlett home in her 2023 black Mercedes-Benz around 6 a.m. Monday, Oct. 7. She is described as being vulnerable. Police say she's 5-foot-4, 110 pounds with long black hair. Her destination is unknown. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to contact the Nassau County Missing Persons Squad at 516-573-7347 or call 911. All callers will remain anonymous. Share this story by clicking on the Facebook icon below.…

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by Joe Lombardi
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14-Year-Old Long Island Girl Found After Being Missing For Nearly 2 Weeks 14-Year-Old Long Island Girl Found After Being Missing For Nearly 2 Weeks
14-Year-Old Long Island Girl Found After Being Missing For Nearly 2 Weeks New update: A Long Island girl who had been missing for nearly two weeks has been found. Cesia Galeano age 14, had last been seen leaving her Hempstead residence at around 6 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, according to Nassau County Police. On Monday afternoon, Sept. 23, police announced she has been located. Original report: Have you seen her? A Log Island girl has gone missing and authorities are asking the public's help in locating her. Cesia Galeano age 14, was last seen leaving her Hempstead residence at around 6 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, according to Nassau County Police. She is …

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by Joe Lombardi
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New Update: Missing Smithtown Teen Found New Update: Missing Smithtown Teen Found
New Update: Missing Smithtown Teen Found New update: A Long Island girl who went missing has been located. Vianna Dettling had reported missing by a family member after she was last seen getting into a white sedan in front of her home in Smithtown at approximately 3:10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 19. On Friday, Sept. 20, Suffolk County Police reported that she "has been located and is unharmed." Earlier report: A Long Island teen has gone missing and authorities are asking the public's help in locatng her. Vianna Dettling was reported missing by a family member after she was last seen getting into a white sedan in front of her …

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by Joe Lombardi
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New Update: Missing Long Island Woman Found New Update: Missing Long Island Woman Found
New Update: Missing Long Island Woman Found New update: A Long Island woman who went missing has been founded. Marlene Ramos, age 81, had last been seen on Hempstead Turnpike in Franklin Square at around 7:20 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 31, according to Nassau County Police. Late Saturday afternoon, police announced he's been located. Original report: A Long Island woman has gone missing and authorities are asking the public's help in locating her. Marlene Ramos, age 81, was last seen on Hempstead Turnpike in Franklin Square at around 7:20 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 31. Nassau County Police say she is vulnerable. She is described as being…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Police Search For Hit-Run Driver In Crash On William Floyd Parkway In Shirley Police Search For Hit-Run Driver In Crash On William Floyd Parkway In Shirley
Police Search For Hit-Run Driver In Crash On William Floyd Parkway In Shirley Police are asking for the public's help in locating the driver involved in a hit-and-run Long Island crash. A white box truck was traveling southbound on William Floyd Parkway in Shirley, near Flower Hill Drive, when it struck a 2015 Kia Optima at 11:15 p.m. on Wednesday, June 26.  The driver of the box truck fled the scene. The driver of the Kia sustained a minor injury.  Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. If you have any information about these incidents, you can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers to submit …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Know Him? Man Steals BMW Left Running In Front Of Long Island Home Know Him? Man Steals BMW Left Running In Front Of Long Island Home
Know Him? Man Steals BMW Left Running In Front Of Long Island Home Police on Long Island are seeking help from the public in identifying a man who allegedly stole a BMW X7 that was left running. The incident took place in Nassau County around 7:15 a.m., Wednesday, April 18 on Girard Place in Merrick. According to Nassau County Police detectives, a man was dropped off by a dark gray SUV in front of a Girard Place residence and entered an unoccupied BMW X7 that was left running.  The man then fled with the vehicle southbound on Girard Place. A short time later, the BMW was left abandoned and recovered by police in the westbound lane…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Criminal Couple: LI Duo Fraudulently Claim $112K In Benefits, Lie On Paperwork, DA Says Criminal Couple: LI Duo Fraudulently Claim $112K In Benefits, Lie On Paperwork, DA Says
Criminal Couple: LI Duo Fraudulently Claim $112K In Benefits, Lie On Paperwork, DA Says A husband and wife from Long Island are facing more than half a dozen charges after fraudulently collecting $112,000 in public assistance, authorities said. Levittown residents Terry Ann Powell-Bajwa, age 45, and Khurram Bajwa, age 40, were arraigned in Nassau County Court on Thursday, April 6. According to prosecutors, between 2017 and 2021, Powell-Bajway allegedly lied on applications that she submitted to the Nassau County Department of Social Services (NCDSS) and the New York State Health Benefits Exchange (NYSHBE). Among these, authorities report that she falsely listed herself as a s…

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by Sophie Grieser
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Seen ‘Em? Police Seek Duo Who Painted Graffiti On Former LI College Building Seen ‘Em? Police Seek Duo Who Painted Graffiti On Former LI College Building
Seen ‘Em? Police Seek Duo Who Painted Graffiti On Former LI College Building Police are asking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating two males accused of painting graffiti on a former college building on Long Island. The incident happened at approximately 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 8, in Oakdale, according to Suffolk County Police. Detectives said the suspects were seen tagging the former Dowling College building, located on Idle Hour Boulevard, with words such as “Soul,” “Alone,” and “Love." Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with information related to the incident is urge…

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by Sophie Grieser
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LI Company Prez Fraudulently Received $50K In Public Benefits While Driving Luxury Car, DA Says LI Company Prez Fraudulently Received $50K In Public Benefits While Driving Luxury Car, DA Says
LI Company Prez Fraudulently Received $50K In Public Benefits While Driving Luxury Car, DA Says A Long Island man is accused of fraudulently obtaining tens of thousands of dollars in public assistance while serving as the president of two companies and driving a luxury car, prosecutors said. Otari Bater, age 49, of East Northport, was arraigned on felony charges of grand larceny and welfare fraud in Nassau County Court on Tuesday, Dec. 27. Prosecutors allege that between January 2018 and January 2020, while applying for Medicaid and SNAP benefits, Bater made false claims to the Nassau County Department of Social Services (NCDSS) and the New York State Health Benefits Exchange (NYSHBE)…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Alert Issued For Missing 14-Year-Old Hudson Valley Girl Alert Issued For Missing 14-Year-Old Hudson Valley Girl
Alert Issued For Missing 14-Year-Old Hudson Valley Girl A 14-year-old girl has gone missing and authorities in New York are asking the public's help in locating her. Amayalise Perez was last seen in Orange County leaving a friend's house in Middletown on Tuesday, Sept. 20, according to police in the Town of Wallkill, where she is a resident. She is 5-foot-2 with "honey brown" hair and brown eyes, Wallkill Police said. Anyone with information on her whereabout is asked to contact the Town of Wallkill Police Department at 845-692-6757. Share this story by clicking on the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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by Joe Lombardi
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Know Him? Man Accused Of Failing To Pay $572 Bill At Long Island Restaurant Know Him? Man Accused Of Failing To Pay $572 Bill At Long Island Restaurant
Know Him? Man Accused Of Failing To Pay $572 Bill At Long Island Restaurant Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man who they say skipped out on a $572 bill at a Long Island restaurant. The incident happened June 20 in Huntington at Taste of Asia (T.O.A.), located on New York Avenue, according to Suffolk County Police. Restaurant workers told police a group of people ordered approximately $1,000 worth of food, but only paid about half of the bill.  A man in the group assured staff that he would pay the remaining balance of $572, but he fled before doing so. Surveillance footage released by police shows the man wearing a black t-shirt, white…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Man Who Went Missing After Attending NY Dinner Gala Found Man Who Went Missing After Attending NY Dinner Gala Found
Man Who Went Missing After Attending NY Dinner Gala Found New update: A 71-year-old Long Island man who went missing after attending a dinner gala has been located. Jeff Burns, of Inwood, had last been seen at the Plaza Hotel in Manhattan at 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 7, according to the Nassau County Police Department.  Police announced early Wednesday evening Wednesday, June 8 that he has been found. Original report: Police are asking the public for help locating a 71-year-old Long Island man who went missing after attending a dinner gala. Jeff Burns, of Inwood, was last seen at the Plaza Hotel in Manhattan at 8:30 p.m. on Tue…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Missing 14-Year-Old From Suffolk County Found Safe Missing 14-Year-Old From Suffolk County Found Safe
Missing 14-Year-Old From Suffolk County Found Safe Update: The Suffolk County Police Department reported that Gladis Portillo, the 14-year-old from Lake Grove who was reported missing by her family on Monday, Oct. 25, has been located and is unharmed. Original report: Police are asking the public for help locating a missing 14-year-old girl from Long Island. Gladis Portillo, of Lake Grove, was last seen leaving her home on Hallock Road at about 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 23, according to the Suffolk County Police Department. SCPD said it is believed that Gladis got into a blue sedan with a man in his early to mid-20s, who is an acquai…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Police Investigate Reports Of Shots Fired Near High School In Westchester Police Investigate Reports Of Shots Fired Near High School In Westchester
Police Investigate Reports Of Shots Fired Near High School In Westchester Police investigators in Westchester are seeking the public’s assistance as they attempt to track down suspects who were involved in a shooting near an area high school as students were being dismissed. The Mount Vernon Police Department received a report of shots fired in the area of Mount Vernon High School on California Road shortly before 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 13. Upon arrival, police said that officers interviewed several witnesses who said that shots were fired from a passing vehicle in the area of the high school. The shooting incident took place a few hundred feet away from th…

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by Zak Failla
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Police Search For Man Accused Of Stealing $1,200 In Cash At Suffolk County Deli Police Search For Man Accused Of Stealing $1,200 In Cash At Suffolk County Deli
Police Search For Man Accused Of Stealing $1,200 In Cash At Suffolk County Deli Police are asking the public for help identifying and locating a man accused of stealing an envelope containing $1,200 in cash from a customer at a Long Island deli. At about 12:40 p.m. on Friday, April 23, a man claimed ownership of the envelope that was left on the counter by another customer and was being held by an employee at Taveras Deli, Grocery & Catering, the Suffolk County Police Department said. The business is located at 23 River Ave. in Patchogue.  SCPD said the man then drove away in a white Volkswagen sedan. Authorities are offering a cash reward for information th…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Police Investigating After Break-In, Slurs Spray-Painted At Long Island Sikh Temple Police Investigating After Break-In, Slurs Spray-Painted At Long Island Sikh Temple
Police Investigating After Break-In, Slurs Spray-Painted At Long Island Sikh Temple Investigators are asking the public for information after a suspect broke into a Long Island Sikh temple and bias slurs and religious words were spray-painted on the building. The incident happened sometime between Monday, Aug. 2, and Tuesday, Aug. 3, at about 5:40 p.m., according to the Nassau County Police Department.  NCPD said the temple is located at 383 Jericho Turnpike in Floral Park.  A ladder was reportedly found leaning against the outside of the building, which allowed the unknown person to enter through a window. Police said the graffiti was found on the roof, w…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Man Accused Of Vandalizing Property At Long Island Park Man Accused Of Vandalizing Property At Long Island Park
Man Accused Of Vandalizing Property At Long Island Park Recognize him? 

 Police investigators on Long Island are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a wanted suspect who smiled for the camera while vandalizing an area park. An alert was issued by Suffolk County Crime Stoppers as they attempt to track down a suspect who allegedly damaged property at Roberto Clemente Park on Broadway Avenue in Brentwood last month. According to police, the suspect painted graffiti on multiple cameras and building walls, causing “a significant amount of damage” at approximately 10:30 a.m. on Friday, May 14. The incident remains unde…

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by Zak Failla
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Alert Issued For Two Missing Long Island Girls Alert Issued For Two Missing Long Island Girls
Alert Issued For Two Missing Long Island Girls Police on Long Island are asking the public for help locating two juvenile girls who have not been seen since before the Memorial Day weekend. The Southampton Town Police Department is actively looking to locate Johana Esmeralda Munguia Rodezno, age 13,  and Anna J. Munguia, age 14, both of Flanders. Both girls are believed to be traveling together. The two were last seen prior to Memorial Day Weekend and patrol units and detectives have actively been looking for the two, said Lt. Susan Ralph of the Southampton Police Department.  The two are believed to be in the Riverhead,…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Police Asking For Help Locating Missing Long Island Man Police Asking For Help Locating Missing Long Island Man
Police Asking For Help Locating Missing Long Island Man Police are asking the public for help locating a Long Island man who is in need of medical attention. The Southampton Town Police is actively looking to locate Joseph F. Marino, 29, of Flanders, said Lt. Susan Ralph.  Marino was last seen leaving a residence on Temple Avenue in Flanders, about 5:40 p.m. on Thursday, December 17. Marino is described as a 6-foot-1 white male, 180 pounds with a thin build and unshaven face. He was last seen wearing the clothes pictured. If you have seen Marino or know his whereabouts please immediately contact Southampton Town Police by d…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Teen Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Teen
Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Teen Have you seen him? Police investigators are seeking the public’s assistance as they attempt to locate a wanted teenager who was busted on a drug charge last year. An alert has been issued for 19-year-old Geovani Argueta Serpas, who is wanted by the Nassau County Police Department after being arrested and charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Serpas was released after his arrest and a warrant was later issued for his arrest when he failed to appear in court. Investigators described Serpas as being 5-foot-6 weighing approximately 135 pounds with black hai…

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by Zak Failla
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Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Man Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Man
Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Man Have you seen him? Police investigators on Long Island are seeking the public’s assistance as they attempt to locate a wanted man who was busted on a drug charge. An alert has been issued for 20-year-old Lawrence Dennis, who is wanted by the Nassau County Police Department after being arrested and charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance last year.  Dennis was released following his arrest and a warrant was issued for his arrest by the Nassau County Court when he failed to appear for court proceedings. Investigators described Dennis as 5-foot-11 weigh…

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by Zak Failla
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Suspect At Large After Breaking Into Long Island Home, Barricading Himself Inside, Police Say Suspect At Large After Breaking Into Long Island Home, Barricading Himself Inside, Police Say
Suspect At Large After Breaking Into Long Island Home, Barricading Himself Inside, Police Say A Long Island robbery suspect is on the run and police are asking the public's help in locating him. The Nassau County Police Department has issued an alert for the wanted man from Roosevelt who allegedly was caught on camera breaking into an area home last year before barricading himself inside, police said. Darwin Ortiz, 22, allegedly broke into a Mirin Avenue home in Roosevelt in June last year, Nassau County police said. He was caught red-handed by the homeowner, who alerted police to the break-in. Ortiz temporarily refused to come out, before being coaxed into leaving the residence, a…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Man Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Man
Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Man Have you seen him? Police investigators on Long Island are seeking the public’s assistance as they attempt to locate a wanted man who was busted on a drug charge last year. An alert has been issued for 31-year-old Ryan Burns, who is wanted by the Nassau County Police Department after being arrested and charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Burns was later released, failed to show up for court proceedings and a warrant was issued for his arrest. Investigators described Burns as 5-foot-5 weighing approximately 125 pounds with mutli-colored hair and hazel …

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by Zak Failla
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Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Man Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Man
Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Man Have you seen him? Police investigators on Long Island are seeking the public’s assistance as they attempt to locate a wanted man who was busted on a drug charge. An alert has been issued for 28-year-old Kyle Carroll, who is wanted by the Nassau County Police Department after being arrested and charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance last year. Carroll was released following his arrest and a warrant was issued for his arrest by the Nassau County Court when he failed to appear for court proceedings. Investigators described Carroll as 5-foot-5 weighing appro…

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by Zak Failla
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Know Them? Four Suspects Wanted After Long Island Assault Know Them? Four Suspects Wanted After Long Island Assault
Know Them? Four Suspects Wanted After Long Island Assault Four men allegedly assaulted an employee at a Long Island restaurant, hospitalizing him and a woman who attempted to intervene, police said. An alert has been issued by Suffolk County Crime Stoppers as they seek the public’s assistance in locating four men who allegedly assaulted two people at Denny’s last year. It is alleged that the four men attacked an employee at Denny’s on Middle Country Road at approximately 4 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8, after being involved in a verbal altercation that turned physical. According to police, a female customer attempted to intervene, and she was also alleg…

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by Zak Failla
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Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Teenager Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Teenager
Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Teenager Have you seen him? Police investigators are seeking the public’s assistance as they attempt to locate a wanted teenager who was busted on a drug charge last year. An alert has been issued for 19-year-old Juan Melendez, who is wanted by the Nassau County Police Department after being arrested and charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Melendez was released after his arrest and a warrant was later issued for his arrest when he failed to appear in court. Investigators described Melendez as 5-foot-11 weighing approximately 170 pounds with black hair and brow…

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by Zak Failla
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Long Island Man Wanted For Criminal Impersonation Long Island Man Wanted For Criminal Impersonation
Long Island Man Wanted For Criminal Impersonation Recognize him? The Nassau County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in tracking down a wanted man who was arrested and charged with second-degree criminal impersonation last year. Police said that Demetrius Chambers is wanted following his arrest. He later failed to appear in court to respond to the charges and a warrant was issued for his arrest by the Nassau County Court. Investigators described Chambers as 6-foot tall, weighing approximately 175 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. Police said that anyone who comes into contact with him should not attempt or detain …

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by Zak Failla
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Alert Issued For Missing Long Island 15-Year-Old Alert Issued For Missing Long Island 15-Year-Old
Alert Issued For Missing Long Island 15-Year-Old A 15-year-old boy has gone missing on Long Island and authorities are asking the public's help in locating him. According to Nassau County Police detectives, David Trent was last seen running from his home in Syosset on Convent Road on Monday, Oct. 21 at 10:25 a.m. His disappearance was reported to police late Monday afternoon. He is described as being 5-foot-8, 140 pounds with brown eyes and sandy-colored hair. He was wearing a white sweatshirt and white shorts. His possible destination is unknown. Detectives request anyone with information contact the Missing Persons Squad at 516-573-734…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Alert Issued For Long Island Woman Wanted For Drug Possession Alert Issued For Long Island Woman Wanted For Drug Possession
Alert Issued For Long Island Woman Wanted For Drug Possession Have you seen her? Police investigators in Nassau County are seeking the public’s assistance as they attempt to locate a wanted woman who was busted on a drug charge last year. An alert has been issued for 38-year-old Karmia Weinstein, who is wanted by the Nassau County Police Department after being arrested and charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Weinstein was released after her arrest and a warrant was later issued for her arrest. Investigators described Weinstein as 5-foot-5 weighing approximately 120 pounds with gray hair and brown eyes. Police no…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Man Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Man
Alert Issued For Wanted Long Island Man Police investigators in Nassau County are seeking the public’s assistance as they attempt to locate a wanted man who was arrested on a drug charge. An alert has been issued for 67-year-old Michael Ison, who is wanted by the Nassau County Police Department after being arrested and charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance last year. Ison was later released, failed to show up for court proceedings and a warrant was issued for his arrest. Investigators described Ison as 5-foot-9 weighing approximately 160 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. Police noted that …

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by Zak Failla