6 Members of MS-13 Charged In ‘Brutal’ Slaying Of 21-Year-Old At Uniondale Park 6 Members of MS-13 Charged In ‘Brutal’ Slaying Of 21-Year-Old At Uniondale Park
6 Members of MS-13 Charged In ‘Brutal’ Slaying Of 21-Year-Old At Uniondale Park A half dozen members of the notorious MS-13 gang were slapped with federal charges in the murder of a 21-year-old man who was found dead at a Long Island park. The group is named in a 17-count superseding indictment that was unsealed in Central Islip federal court on Thursday, Oct. 3. It includes multiple racketeering offenses, including two murders, one attempted murder, and drug trafficking. Prosecutors laid out their case more than two years after Walter Ochoa, age 21, was shot in the chest and then stabbed to death by several MS-13 members at Uniondale Park on July 19, 2022. Ochoa was …
Business Owner From LI Who Scammed Customers Steals Wallet At Gym: Police Business Owner From LI Who Scammed Customers Steals Wallet At Gym: Police
Business Owner From LI Who Scammed Customers Steals Wallet At Gym: Police A 36-year-old former business owner from Long Island who admitted to stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from customers was apprehended after stealing a wallet from a Northern Westchester gym and using a credit card inside in the Hudson Valley, police said. The theft happened in Yorktown on Tuesday, Oct. 1, when a wallet was stolen from Club Fit at 600 Bank Rd., Yorktown Police said on Friday, Oct. 4.  Investigators quickly realized that the victim's credit card had recently been used in Putnam County, and when they obtained surveillance video from this location, they were able t…
State Awards $3.5M For Shoreline Restoration At Long Island Beaches State Awards $3.5M For Shoreline Restoration At Long Island Beaches
State Awards $3.5M For Shoreline Restoration At Long Island Beaches New York State will spend millions of dollars rebuilding Long Island beaches. The state has allocated $3.5 million for shoreline restoration projects at Tobay and Overlook beaches in the wake of significant storm damage and erosion. Fortification work will include dredging the Fire Island Inlet and placing nearly 1.25 million cubic yards of sand at Gilgo State Park, Tobay Beach, and Overlook Beach. The project will help protect communities and important recreation areas from severe weather events driven by climate change, and create jobs that boost local economies, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s offi…
COVID-19: NYers Should Order Free At-Home Tests, Officials Say COVID-19: NYers Should Order Free At-Home Tests, Officials Say
Covid-19: NYers Should Order Free At-Home Tests, Officials Say As the season for respiratory illnesses begins, New York health officials are urging residents to take advantage of free COVID-19 test kits being offered by the federal government.  In an announcement on Friday, Oct. 4, the New York State Department of Health advised New Yorkers to order free rapid test kits, which are being offered to US households through the US Postal Service.  Each household can receive four at-home test kits, the government announced on Friday, Sept. 27.  Earlier Report - Covid-19: Free At-Home Tests Are Now Available To Order Online While Supplie…
Want To Improve Your Golf Game? Try This New App Want To Improve Your Golf Game? Try This New App
Want To Improve Your Golf Game? Try This New App Local golf enthusiasts have a new tool in their arsenal with the launch of the Pinpoint Golf app, a cutting-edge application designed to help golfers of all skill levels improve. The app promises to bring precision and convenience to golfers, from beginners to seasoned pros. Pinpoint Golf (www.pinpoint.golf) offers a comprehensive suite of features aimed at improving your game. The app centers on strokes gained tracking, an advanced method to measure and improve performance. In addition, the app provides detailed GPS mapping of courses, real-time shot tracking, and other performance analytic…
Disgruntled Gambler Who Shot 2 At Long Island Business Gets 18 Years In Prison Disgruntled Gambler Who Shot 2 At Long Island Business Gets 18 Years In Prison
Disgruntled Gambler Who Shot 2 At Long Island Business Gets 18 Years In Prison A 27-year-old man will spend nearly two decades behind bars for shooting two men at a Long Island business. Alexander Castillo, of the Bronx, was sentenced to 18 years in prison in Suffolk County Court on Thursday, Oct. 3, stemming from a shooting at a Port Jefferson pool hall. Prosecutors said Castillo spent several hours playing pool at the establishment on Dec. 28, 2022. Over the course of the evening, he placed bets on each game and lost an undisclosed amount of money. Earlier Report: Disgruntled Gambler Shot 2 At Port Jefferson Business, Jury Finds Shortly after 7 p.m., Castil…
Duo Accused In Attempted Bombing At Nassau County Government Building Duo Accused In Attempted Bombing At Nassau County Government Building
Duo Accused In Attempted Bombing At Nassau County Government Building An attempted bombing at a Long Island government building has landed two men behind bars. The incident happened in Uniondale, at the Nassau County Department of Social Services building on Charles Lindbergh Boulevard, at around 2 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17. Nassau County Police said a man placed propane tanks near the building and then threw lit flares toward them before running away. On Thursday, Oct. 3, detectives arrested 46-year-old James Luca and 25-year-old Jayson Reyes, both of North Merrick, in connection with the incident. Both men are charged with attempted arson, obstruction of …
Seen Her? 15-Year-Old Long Island Girl Has Been Missing 4 Days Seen Her? 15-Year-Old Long Island Girl Has Been Missing 4 Days
Seen Her? 15-Year-Old Long Island Girl Has Been Missing 4 Days Authorities are asking for help in locating a 15-year-old girl from Long Island who has been missing for several days. Alexa Foth, of Brentwood, was last seen on Monday, Sept. 30, according to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. She may be traveling with a male companion, relatives said. No other details were given. Anyone with information is asked to contact the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse at 1-800-346-3543. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Would-Be Victim Foils Attempted Phone Scammer In Inwood, Police Say Would-Be Victim Foils Attempted Phone Scammer In Inwood, Police Say
Would-Be Victim Foils Attempted Phone Scammer In Inwood, Police Say A quick-thinking Long Islander avoided falling victim to an alleged phone scammer. The 73-year-old Inwood woman contacted Nassau County Police on Wednesday morning, Oct, 2, saying a man had called her claiming to work for her bank’s fraud department. During the call, he told the woman there were fraudulent charges on her bank card and they would arrange for someone to pick up the card from her home. Fortunately, the woman realized she was being scammed and contacted detectives. Eight hours later, police located the suspect, 28-year-old Darren Saunders, of Brooklyn, and arrested him witho…
Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' Film Sets Premiere Date 3 Years After Fatal On-Set Shooting Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' Film Sets Premiere Date 3 Years After Fatal On-Set Shooting
Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' Film Sets Premiere Date 3 Years After Fatal On-Set Shooting Three years after a cinematographer was shot and killed during the making of Alec Baldwin’s next movie, the film has finally set a release date. “Rust,” a Western drama that Baldwin wrote, directed, and stars in, will premiere at the Camerimage International Film Festival in Poland on Saturday, Nov. 16, according to its IMDB page. It comes just months after a New Mexico judge dismissed involuntary manslaughter charges against the 66-year-old Baldwin stemming from the death of Halyna Hutchins. Earlier Report - Courtroom Stunner: Judge Tosses Manslaughter Case Against Alec Baldwin In On-Se…
Alleged Porch Pirates Nabbed For 11 Larcenies In Nassau County: Police Alleged Porch Pirates Nabbed For 11 Larcenies In Nassau County: Police
Alleged Porch Pirates Nabbed For 11 Larcenies In Nassau County: Police An alleged porch pirate is accused of nearly a dozen larcenies on Long Island. Police apprehended the man in connection to four larcenies that occurred on September 10, in the village Garden City. According to detectives, Old Westbury Police observed a 2023 Toyota Prius traveling northbound on Red Ground Road with a cracked windshield. The vehicle was stopped for a vehicle and traffic law violation.  During the investigation, it was determined the vehicle was connected to multiple larcenies of packages within Garden City.  The driver, New York City resident Gia Kharshiladze, age…
Suspect Nabbed After Scamming $16K From Long Island Woman: Police Suspect Nabbed After Scamming $16K From Long Island Woman: Police
Suspect Nabbed After Scamming $16K From Long Island Woman: Police A suspect is in custody after allegedly scamming a Long Island woman out of thousands of dollars. The 77-year-old received an alert on her computer indicating that her bank account had been compromised and instructing her to call the number listed on the screen.  She called the number, and a man convinced her to withdraw cash from her bank account.  The man picked up more than $16,000 in cash from her residence on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at approximately 1:30 p.m., said Suffolk County Police. The victim received another call on Thursday, Oct. 3 seeking an additiona…
19-Year-Old Admits Fatally Shooting Man Outside Long Island Nightclub 19-Year-Old Admits Fatally Shooting Man Outside Long Island Nightclub
19-Year-Old Admits Fatally Shooting Man Outside Long Island Nightclub A 19-year-old gang member confessed to fatally shooting a man outside a Long Island nightclub and injuring two others. David Trent, of Mastic Beach, pleaded guilty to manslaughter and related charges in Suffolk County Court on Monday, Sept. 30, in the death of Jorge Mauricio Sevilla Barrera. Prosecutors said Trent – a member of the criminal street organization, “No Fake Love,” or “NFL” – was with several other gang members outside the now-closed Minx nightclub in Farmingville on Dec. 5, 2021, when they got into a confrontation with Barrera and his friends. The argument turned physical and …
Separate Cold Fronts Will Trigger Showers, Possible Light Snow In Parts Of Northeast: Timing Separate Cold Fronts Will Trigger Showers, Possible Light Snow In Parts Of Northeast: Timing
Separate Cold Fronts Will Trigger Showers, Possible Light Snow In Parts Of Northeast: Timing Separate frontal systems in the coming days will lead to rounds of showers, shifts in temperatures, and even the chance for some light snow in parts of the Northeast. According to the National Weather Service, high pressure over the area Friday morning, Oct. 4, will move east in the afternoon.  Friday will have a mix of clouds and sun, with a high temperature in the low 70s and calm winds. This will allow a cold front to approach Friday night, with a chance of showers mainly inland and after midnight into just after daybreak on Saturday, Oct. 5. The weekend looks mainly dry and warm.…
COVID-19: Here's What To Know About New XEC Strain That's Arrived In US From Europe COVID-19: Here's What To Know About New XEC Strain That's Arrived In US From Europe
Covid-19: Here's What To Know About New XEC Strain That's Arrived In US From Europe A new highly transmissible COVID-19 strain that first appeared in Europe is now beginning to spread in the United States. Called XEC, the offshoot of the Omicron strain was initially identified in Germany early this past summer before quickly spreading throughout Europe. It is not causing more serious symptoms than other COVID strains, but it is causing concern. “The rate of infections from XEC they're seeing in some countries rose pretty quickly compared to previous variants in those same places," Dr. Scott Roberts, a Yale Medicine infectious diseases specialist said in YaleMedicine.…
Son, Daughter's Abuse Led To Death Of Roosevelt Woman, Police Say Son, Daughter's Abuse Led To Death Of Roosevelt Woman, Police Say
Son, Daughter's Abuse Led To Death Of Roosevelt Woman, Police Say A brother and sister from Long Island are accused of abusing their elderly mother to the point the woman died. Nassau County Police were called to a Roosevelt home at around 2:40 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, to perform a welfare check. Inside, officers found 85-year-old Carmel McDougall unresponsive. She was taken to a hospital and died days later, on Wednesday, Sept. 18. An investigation found that McDougall’s 65-year-old son, Michael McDougall, was responsible for the injuries that caused her death, police said. Detectives also determined that McDougall’s 55-year-old daughter, Nichole Mull…
Soldiers Stationed In NY Sent To Help Helene Recovery Efforts As Death Toll Hits 200 Soldiers Stationed In NY Sent To Help Helene Recovery Efforts As Death Toll Hits 200
Soldiers Stationed In NY Sent To Help Helene Recovery Efforts As Death Toll Hits 200 Several engineer soldiers with the New York State National Guard, including some stationed in Northern Westchester, have been sent to help southern communities bounce back from the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. A total of 20 engineer soldiers, including some stationed at Camp Smith in Cortlandt, have been deployed to South Carolina to support the recovery efforts, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Thursday, Oct. 3. There, they will report to the South Carolina Army National Guard's Readiness Center in Greenville, South Carolina. They were deployed alongside 17 pieces of heavy equipment, i…
NY Rep. Lawler Admits Donning Blackface As 'Hero' Michael Jackson In NYT Exposé NY Rep. Lawler Admits Donning Blackface As 'Hero' Michael Jackson In NYT Exposé
NY Rep. Lawler Admits Donning Blackface As 'Hero' Michael Jackson In NYT Exposé New York Rep. Mike Lawler – a freshman Republican hoping to defend his battleground congressional seat in the Hudson Valley – admitted to once donning blackface, The New York Times reports. The 38-year-old Lawler darkened his skin and dressed up as Michael Jackson for Halloween while he was a sophomore at the now Manhattan University in 2006, photos obtained by the outlet show. In a statement to the New York Times, Lawler said the costume was meant to be “truly the sincerest form of flattery, a genuine homage to my musical hero since I was a little kid trying to moonwalk through my mom’s ki…
Alert Issued For 15-Year-Old Hempstead Girl Missing For Days Alert Issued For 15-Year-Old Hempstead Girl Missing For Days
Alert Issued For 15-Year-Old Hempstead Girl Missing For Days Police are trying to locate a 15-year-old Long Island resident who has been missing for days. Hannah Schenck, of Hempstead, was last seen on Maplewood Avenue at around 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1. Relatives reported her missing the following day. Nassau County Police said Schenck is 5-foot-5 and 110 pounds, with blonde and red hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing gray sweatpants and a red sweater. Schenck was previously reported missing for several days in September 2023. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Nassau County Police Department at 516-573-7347 or call 91…
Oceanside Actress Starring In New Netflix Series That's Earning Rave Reviews Oceanside Actress Starring In New Netflix Series That's Earning Rave Reviews
Oceanside Actress Starring In New Netflix Series That's Earning Rave Reviews Their new show may be titled, “Nobody Wants This,” but critics beg to differ. A pair of New York actresses are appearing in a new Netflix series that’s quickly gaining favor with audiences. “Nobody Wants This” – a romantic comedy starring Adam Brody, Kristen Bell, and Justine Lupe – premiered on the popular streaming service Thursday, Sept. 26. It centers on the unexpected relationship between a rogue rabbi and an irascible, loud, agnostic woman, according to its IMDB synopsis. Among those appearing on screen is Long Island native Jackie Tohn, an actress and musician who was born and rai…
Cop Hospitalized After Motorist Becomes Combative In Valley Stream, Police Say Cop Hospitalized After Motorist Becomes Combative In Valley Stream, Police Say
Cop Hospitalized After Motorist Becomes Combative In Valley Stream, Police Say A police officer was hospitalized after a Long Island motorist allegedly became combative after being stopped near an intersection. Officers conducted the traffic stop of a 2012 Dodge Challenger in Valley Stream in the vicinity of Hook Creek Boulevard and 136th Avenue at around 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2. During the investigation, it was determined that the driver, Albert Dodson, age 30, of Hempstead, was operating the vehicle with a suspended license, according to Nassau County Police.  While attempting to place Dodson under arrest, he became combative and began to resist, caus…
17-Year-Old's 'Unbearable Loss' In Single-Vehicle Merrick Crash Sparks Swell Of Support 17-Year-Old's 'Unbearable Loss' In Single-Vehicle Merrick Crash Sparks Swell Of Support
17-Year-Old's 'Unbearable Loss' In Single-Vehicle Merrick Crash Sparks Swell Of Support Devastated loved ones of a 17-year-old boy killed in a Long Island crash are seeing a swelling of support from the community. Joseph Andreano, of Merrick, died when his compact SUV crashed into a tree in Merrick, while heading southbound on Merrick Avenue, at around 2:20 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 22. The teen, who was the sole occupant, was pronounced dead at the scene, Nassau County Police said. Earlier Report: 17-Year-Old Killed After SUV Crashes Into Tree In Merrick Andreano was a senior at Merrick’s Calhoun High School, according to a GoFundMe campaign organized by Leonora Gomes. “O…
$9.6M Scheme: Long Island Businessman Admits To Bank Fraud Conspiracy $9.6M Scheme: Long Island Businessman Admits To Bank Fraud Conspiracy
$9.6M Scheme: Long Island Businessman Admits To Bank Fraud Conspiracy The owner of a New York business admitted to running a multimillion-dollar check-kiting scheme to keep his company operating. Long Island resident John B. Mensch, age 54, pleaded guilty in connection with a nearly year-long fraud conspiracy involving banks in Suffolk County and the Hudson Valley, federal authorities announced Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 2. Mensch, of Quogue, faces up to five years’ imprisonment as well as financial penalties, including restitution to the two banks of approximately $9.6 million. According to court filings, Mensch was the owner and operator of East End, a…
1 Killed In Crash At Busy Long Island Intersection 1 Killed In Crash At Busy Long Island Intersection
1 Killed In Crash At Busy Long Island Intersection Police are investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash at a busy Long Island intersection overnight. It happened just before 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2, in Coram. A man was operating a 2006 Harley Davidson motorcycle eastbound on Route 25 when he crashed into a 2021 Jeep Cherokee traveling westbound as it was turning left at the intersection of County Road 83, according to Suffolk County Police. The motorcyclist, whose name is being withheld pending notification of next of kin, was transported to Stony Brook University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.  The dri…
Nassau County Well-Represented In Brand-New Best High School Rankings Nassau County Well-Represented In Brand-New Best High School Rankings
Nassau County Well-Represented In Brand-New Best High School Rankings New York is well-represented in brand-new rankings of the best high schools in New York. The first four in Niche's 2025 selections are all from New York City: Stuyvesant in Manhattan, the Bronx High School of Science, Staten Island Technical High School, and Townsend Harris High School in Queens. Checking in at No. 5 and the first Westchester County selection is Scarsdale High School. The first Long Island school picked is No. 7 Half Hollow Hills West in Dix Hills. Long Island schools also make up spots 10 through 13: They are Jericho, Syosset, and Great Neck South high schools. Four mor…
2 With NY Ties Among Top 10 Richest People In US, Forbes Says 2 With NY Ties Among Top 10 Richest People In US, Forbes Says
2 With NY Ties Among Top 10 Richest People In US, Forbes Says Two billionaires with strong ties to New York are among the Top 10 richest people in America, according to brand-new rankings released by Forbes. Checking in at No. 3 is the founder of Meta Platforms/Facebook Mark Zuckerberg, age 40, a White Plains native who was raised in the neighboring village of Dobbs Ferry. He has a net worth of $181 billion, says Forbes. Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, age 82, the owner of Bloomberg LP, is ranked 10th. Bloomberg's net worth is $105 billion. Bloomberg maintains a resident in Northern Westchester, in the town of North Salem. Checking in a…
Widespread Bank Of America Outages Being Reported Widespread Bank Of America Outages Being Reported
Widespread Bank Of America Outages Being Reported Many Bank of America customers are reporting issues accessing their accounts. First reports of the problems began just before 1 pm. on Wednesday, Oct. 2, with about 20,000 customers sharing outages on the website Downdetector.com. Some said they were stunned to see zero balances on their accounts. Others said they could not see their account balances. Issues with online and mobile systems, and ATM services are being reported. As of 3:45 p.m. Wednesday, Bank of America had not commented on the outages. This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
MS-13 Member 'Little Devil' Gets 50 Years For Role In Gruesome Quadruple Murder On Long Island MS-13 Member 'Little Devil' Gets 50 Years For Role In Gruesome Quadruple Murder On Long Island
MS-13 Member 'Little Devil' Gets 50 Years For Role In Gruesome Quadruple Murder On Long Island An MS-13 gang member who lured four men to a Long Island park where they were brutally murdered will spend decades behind bars. Leniz Escobar, age 24, of Islip Terrace, was sentenced to 50 years in prison in Central Islip federal court on Thursday, Oct. 1. It followed her April 2022 conviction for murder and related charges in the deaths of Justin Llivicura, Michael Lopez, Jorge Tigre and Jefferson Villalobos. According to prosecutors, Escobar – known by fellow gang members as “Diablita,” or “Little Devil” – helped lure five young men, including the four victims, to Central Islip Community…
John Gotti Jr's Wife, Daughter Dodge Assault Charges After HS Basketball Brawl In Lattingtown John Gotti Jr's Wife, Daughter Dodge Assault Charges After HS Basketball Brawl In Lattingtown
John Gotti Jr's Wife, Daughter Dodge Assault Charges After HS Basketball Brawl In Lattingtown John Gotti Jr.’s wife and daughter will avoid criminal charges in connection with a fight at a youth basketball game on Long Island. A Nassau County judge cited “procedural grounds” for dismissing the misdemeanor assault charges against Kimberly Gotti, age 55, and Gianna Gotti, age 23, on Tuesday, Oct. 1. “We await the judge’s written decision and will review our options,” a spokesperson for the DA’s office told Daily Voice. The fight broke out in the Oyster Bay village of Lattingtown, during a basketball game at Locust Valley High School against visiting Oyster Bay High School, on Thursd…
Longshoremen Strike: Hundreds Of NY, NJ Dockworkers On Picket Lines Longshoremen Strike: Hundreds Of NY, NJ Dockworkers On Picket Lines
Longshoremen Strike: Hundreds Of NY, NJ Dockworkers On Picket Lines Thousands of longshoremen along the East and Golf coasts are on strike in a move that could heavily impact the economy and make it harder to get goods and services. In Elizabeth, NJ, the strike began on Tuesday, Oct. 1 outside Maher Terminal where hundreds of dockworkers rallied. CBS News, citing the Port Authority of NY and NJ, said most operations have been shut down due to the strike. Daily Voice has reached out the Port Authority for comment. The Port Authority said it has been working closely with the commercial trucking industry to ensure cargo containing essential goods, medical sup…
Seen Her? 16-Year-Old Long Island Girl Missing Nearly 2 Weeks Seen Her? 16-Year-Old Long Island Girl Missing Nearly 2 Weeks
Seen Her? 16-Year-Old Long Island Girl Missing Nearly 2 Weeks Police are asking for help in locating a 16-year-old Long Island girl who has been missing for nearly two weeks. Amanda Tucker, of Dix Hills, was last seen on Friday, Sept. 20, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. She was previously reported missing in April, Suffolk County Police said. Tucker is 5-foot-4 and 252 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information is asked to contact Suffolk County Police at 631-852-6420. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.