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Trio Steals Over $1,000 In Merchandise From LI Store, Police Say Trio Steals Over $1,000 In Merchandise From LI Store, Police Say
Trio Steals Over $1,000 In Merchandise From LI Store, Police Say Police are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying and locating three thieves who stole from a sporting goods store on Long Island. Two men and a woman were spotted stealing $1,865 worth of clothes from the Melville DICK’S Sporting Goods on March 11, according to Suffolk County Police. Authorities said the trio left the scene in a white SUV. Have you seen this car? Police say the shoplifters left the scene in this white SUV.Suffolk County Police Department The Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information that can lead to the thieves’ arrests. An…

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by Sophie Grieser
Police & Fire
Seen This Car? Long Island Hit-Run Driver Wanted Seen This Car? Long Island Hit-Run Driver Wanted
Seen This Car? Long Island Hit-Run Driver Wanted A driver who struck a pedestrian on Long Island in March is nowhere to be found, and police are asking for the community’s help in locating them. The incident occurred on Monday, March 20 in West Islip, according to authorities. Suffolk County Police said the incident happened at approximately 7:20 a.m. when the driver of a blue Dodge Ram pickup truck hit a pedestrian on the corner of Ruth and Kane Streets. The driver fled the scene and was last seen taking off on Sunrise Service Road heading west. Investigators report that they believe the truck has a New Jersey license plate and may…

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by Sophie Grieser
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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.

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by Michael Mashburn
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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…

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
Not Kool: Group's TikTok 'Challenge' Damages Property At Long Island Home (Video) Not Kool: Group's TikTok 'Challenge' Damages Property At Long Island Home (Video)
Not Kool: Group's TikTok 'Challenge' Damages Property At Long Island Home (Video) Police are asking for help in identifying several people seen on video damaging property at a Long Island home in an effort to rack up views on social media. Related Report: Teens Doing 'Kool-Aid Man Challenge' For TikTok Smashed Fences In Suffolk County, Police Say According to Suffolk County Police, the group was seen jumping through a fence in East Northport on March 18 as part of TikTok’s “Kool-Aid Man Challenge,” named for the sugary beverage’s mascot who has a habit of smashing through walls and yelling his catchphrase, “Oh yeah!” Video of the incident can be viewed here. The …

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
Know Him? Man Used Counterfeit Money At Long Island Store, Police Say Know Him? Man Used Counterfeit Money At Long Island Store, Police Say
Know Him? Man Used Counterfeit Money At Long Island Store, Police Say Police on Long Island seeks the public's help to identify a man who allegedly used counterfeit money to purchase shoes. According to the Suffolk County Police, the man used two counterfeit $100 bills to purchase shoes from Ugg, located at 307 The Arches Circles in Deer Park on Sunday, Feb. 26. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information leading 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…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
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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Wanted: Suspect Shot Teen On Long Island Over Pair Of Sneakers, Police Say Wanted: Suspect Shot Teen On Long Island Over Pair Of Sneakers, Police Say
Wanted: Suspect Shot Teen On Long Island Over Pair Of Sneakers, Police Say Police on Long Island are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the person who shot a teen earlier this year. According to Suffolk County detectives, a teen attempting to sell a pair of Air Jordan Black Cat sneakers via Snapchat met a man outside his home on Sunday, Jan. 29 at 3 p.m.  The teen left the shoes in the house when he came outside to meet the man. The man then displayed a handgun and demanded the teen bring the shoes outside, police said. Police said the teen ran into his house and closed the door. The man then fired a shot through t…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Police Seeking Public's Help Identifying Long Island Robber Police Seeking Public's Help Identifying Long Island Robber
Police Seeking Public's Help Identifying Long Island Robber Police on Long Island are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate a man who allegedly robbed a business last month. According to Suffolk County Police, a man forcibly took $250 cash from an employee’s pocket at Lucky Deli, at 20 Floyd Road in Shirley on Sunday, Feb. 5. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest.  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 …

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by Kathy Reakes
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Seen Him? 20-Year-Old Intentionally Strikes Long Island Officer With Car, Police Say Seen Him? 20-Year-Old Intentionally Strikes Long Island Officer With Car, Police Say
Seen Him? 20-Year-Old Intentionally Strikes Long Island Officer With Car, Police Say Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a 20-year-old man accused of intentionally striking a Long Island police officer with his car. The incident happened at around 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 9, in Lindenhurst, during a confidential police investigation, according to Suffolk County Police. Detectives said Christian Castillo used his car to purposely strike police vehicles and a First Precinct Anti-Crime Unit police officer who was standing outside his vehicle. The officer was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Castillo is described as a Hispanic male, 5 feet 8 inches …

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
Police Seeking Help Locating Long Island Hit-Run Driver Police Seeking Help Locating Long Island Hit-Run Driver
Police Seeking Help Locating Long Island Hit-Run Driver Police on Long Island are seeking the public's help in identifying and locating the driver of a vehicle that struck a pedestrian and fled the scene. The crash took place in Suffolk County on Saturday, March 4, in Patchogue. According to police, a man was crossing North Ocean Avenue at West Lakewood Street when he was struck by a gray sedan. The injured man was transported to Stony Brook University Hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries, police said. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest.  Anyon…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Know Him? Police On Long Island Seeking To ID Armed Subway Shop Robber Know Him? Police On Long Island Seeking To ID Armed Subway Shop Robber
Know Him? Police On Long Island Seeking To ID Armed Subway Shop Robber Police are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the man who robbed a Long Island eatery earlier this month. According to Suffolk County Police, the man entered the Deer Park Subway, located at 1934A Deer Park Ave., on Tuesday, March 7, walked up to the counter, displayed what appeared to be a black handgun to an employee, and demanded cash from the register. The man, who was described as being Black, about 30 years old, with dark clothing and a face mask, made off with an undisclosed amount of cash, police said.  Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a …

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by Kathy Reakes