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Woman Fatally Struck Crossing Busy Long Island Roadway
A woman was struck and killed in an overnight crash on Long Island. The incident happened at about 1:15 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, on Hempstead Turnpike near the intersection of Uniondale Avenue in Uniondale. A 25-year-old man driving a 1995 Lexus westbound on the turnpike hit the woman as she was crossing the road, according to Nassau County Police said. The driver remained at the scene, and the victim was taken to a nearby hospital by a Nassau County Police ambulance. She was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. Her identity has not yet been released. The investigation…
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Man Accused Of Threatening Victim With Knife At Long Island Gym
A Long Island man was arrested after allegedly threatening another man with a knife at a gym. The incident occurred around 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19, at the 24-Hour Fitness on West Sunrise Highway in Valley Stream. Edwin Cortez, age 47, is accused of displaying a knife during an argument with a 40-year-old man, according to Nassau County Police. Cortez was arrested at the scene without incident, and no injuries were reported. Cortez is charged with: Criminal possession of a weapon, third degree, Menacing, second degree. He was arraigned on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at First District…
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Police Break Up Street Takeover, Issue 31 Summonses, Make Arrest On Long Island
A large-scale street takeover led to an arrest and multiple summonses on Long Island after police discovered the disturbance. Nassau County Police said officers on routine patrol around 9:35 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 16, found what appeared to be an illegal vehicle rally and possible street takeover in Uniondale, near 711 Stewart Ave. Additional units were called to assist, including the Bureau of Special Operations, Aviation Unit, Criminal Intelligence Rapid Response Team (CIRRT), and Emergency Service Unit. Authorities issued 31 summonses, impounded two vehicles, and made one arrest.&…
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Long Island Woman Enters Bedroom, Threatens Victim With Knife: Police
A Long Island woman was arrested after allegedly assaulting a person and injuring an officer during a disturbance. Nassau County police said Jennifer Carrera Aguilar, age 28, of Westbury, entered a bedroom at a Whittier Street residence in New Cassel around 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 16, and threatened a 35-year-old woman with a knife. When the victim tried to call 911, police said Aguilar slapped the phone from her hand to prevent the call. As officers attempted to take Aguilar into custody, she allegedly resisted and refused to comply with verbal commands, leading to an officer sustaining …
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Therapist Steals Thousands From Children's Counseling Business On Long Island, Police Say
A licensed therapist is accused of stealing thousands of dollars from a children’s counseling business on Long Island. Kimberly Clarke, age 44, of Valley Stream, was arrested on suspicion of grand larceny and related charges on Thursday, Nov. 14. Nassau County Police said Clarke, a former special instructions therapist at Family of Kidz in Westbury, billed the business for 52 therapy sessions that were never performed. In doing so, she forged five parent’s signatures a total of 52 times on official Nassau County documents, causing a loss of $2,886, police said. Clarke is charged with g…
Police & Fire
Man Struck By Pickup Truck On Long Island
A man was hospitalized after being struck by a truck on Long Island. The accident occurred on Wednesday, Nov. 13, around 5:55 p.m. on Jerusalem Avenue near Nelson Avenue in Hicksville, according to Nassau County police. Police reported that a 64-year-old man driving a 2005 Nissan pickup truck southbound on Jerusalem Avenue hit a 59-year-old man crossing the road. The pedestrian was taken to a nearby hospital, where he is listed in stable condition. The driver remained at the scene, and no additional injuries were reported.
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Victim ID'd In Fatal Long Island Crash
Authorities have identified a person who was killed in an early-morning crash on Long Island. The incident happened in Farmingdale, near the intersection of Fulton and Staples streets, shortly after 5 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12. Nassau County Police said a Honda SUV was heading southbound on Fulton Street when it struck a man riding a bicycle. Earlier Report: 41-Year-Old Killed In Early-Morning Collision In Farmingdale The bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. The 37-year-old man driving the Honda was taken to a hospital with minor injuries. On Wednesday, Nov. 13, police identif…
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41-Year-Old Killed In Early-Morning Collision On Long Island
A man was killed in an early-morning collision between a car and bicycle on Long Island. The incident happened in Farmingdale, near the intersection of Fulton and Staples streets, shortly after 5 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12. Nassau County Police said a Honda SUV was heading southbound on Fulton Street when it struck a 41-year-old man riding a bicycle. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old, was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity had not been made public as of early Tuesday afternoon. Police said the 37-year-old man driving of the Honda remained at the scene and was taken to a hospital with minor…
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34-Year-Old Dies From Injuries Month After Long Island Crash
A man critically injured in a fiery crash on Long Island has died from his injuries, authorities announced Monday morning, Nov. 11. Richard Sorrentino, age 34, of Queens, was pronounced dead by hospital staff on Friday, Nov. 8, Nassau County Police said. The crash happened on Saturday, Oct. 12, around 6:55 p.m. in Bellmore. Sorrentino was riding a black motorcycle westbound on Sunrise Highway near Rose Place when he struck a bicyclist attempting to cross the roadway. The impact caused the motorcycle to catch fire, and Sorrentino was airlifted to a nearby hospital with severe tra…
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Long Island Man Accused Of Intentionally Hitting Woman With Car
A Long Island woman suffered injuries after a man allegedly assaulted her during a confrontation in a parking lot, according to police. The incident occurred Saturday, Nov. 9, around 1 p.m. in Oceanside, at 3458 Long Beach Road. The 28-year-old woman was attempting to back her 2011 Jeep out of a parking space when the man driving a 2019 Nissan, identified as 41-year-old John Ardolino, of South Hempstead, began honking, then parked behind her, blocking her from leaving, Nassau County Police said. Police say Ardolino exited his vehicle, banged on the driver’s side window, and yelled at the …
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Teen Crashes Stolen Mercedes, Attempts To Assault Responding Officer On Long Island: Police
A brazen burglary turned chaotic on Long Island as a man allegedly stole a vintage Mercedes-Benz, crashed through fences, and led police on a chase that ended with an attempted assault on an officer. Brayan Galiono Hernandez, age 19, was involved in a commercial burglary at Precision Auto Care in Hicksville on Jerusalem Avenue that occurred between Friday, Nov. 8 and Saturday, Nov. 9, Nassau County Police. According to officers, the suspect entered the business by breaking down an exterior fence and slipping through an unlocked garage door, where he took the red 1995 Mercedes and drove…
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48-Year-Old Seriously Injured In Crash On Long Island
A motorcyclist was critically injured after police say a car cut across his path on Long Island. The incident unfolded on Saturday, Nov. 9, at about 4:45 p.m. in Lakeview, on Glen Road. The 48-year-old man was riding a 2023 Yamaha motorcycle northbound when a 42-year-old driver of a 2019 Acura SUV made a turn in front of him, resulting in the collision, according to Nassau County Police. The motorcyclist sustained serious injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. The driver of the Acura remained at the scene, and the investigation is ongoing. Check back to Daily Vo…
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Burglars Wearing Masks Break Into Long Island Liquor Store
A burglary at a liquor store on Long Island is under investigation. Three unidentified men broke the front glass door of Green’s Wines and Liquors in Hicksville, located at 216 West Old Country Road in Hicksville, early Saturday, Nov. 9, around 4 a.m. The men entered the store, stole a large amount of merchandise, and then fled in an unknown direction, according to Nassau County Police. The suspects are described as adult males dressed in all black clothing and wearing facemasks. Anyone with information is urged to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS or call 911. A…
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Alert Issued For Missing 15-Year-Old Boy From Long Island
Authorities issued an alert for a missing teenager from Long Island. Zyiwarrey Smith, age 15, was last seen leaving his Baldwin home at around 7 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, according to Nassau County Police. He was reported missing that evening. Smith is 5-foot-9 and 150 pounds with short, black curly hair and brown eyes. He also has a nose piercing. He was last seen wearing black sweatpants, a black sweatshirt, black Nike sneakers, and carrying a black Nike backpack. Anyone with information is asked to contact Nassau County Police at 516-573-7347 or call 911. Share this story by clicking th…
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Masked Duo Steals Mercedes-Benz From Garage Of Long Island Home
Two masked individuals stole a 2024 Mercedes G-Wagon from a Long Island home. The incident happened in Hewlett Bay Park early Wednesday, Nov. 6, after the duo breaking in through a rear window, Nassau County Police said. According to detectives, Fourth Precinct officers responded to a burglary call at a residence on Woodside Drive around 3:40 a.m. Police said the suspects used a pry bar to enter through a rear window, then took a key fob to the Mercedes, which they removed from the garage before fleeing in an unknown direction. Both suspects were reportedly wearing dark hooded swea…
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Camera Captured Brother, Sister Abusing Elderly Mother Before Her Death On Long Island, DA Says
After a lifetime of caring for children and serving her community, Carmel McDougall was ultimately betrayed by her own son and daughter, prosecutors alleged. Long Island resident Michael McDougall, age 65, of Roosevelt, was indicted on manslaughter and related charges in Nassau County Court on Tuesday, Oct. 29, in the death of his mother, McDougall. His sister, Nichole McDougall-Mullings, age 55, of Roosevelt, was also charged with two counts of endangering the welfare of an incompetent or physically disabled person. Earlier Report: Son, Daughter's Abuse Led To Death Of Roosevelt Wo…
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Election 2024: Poll Worker Threatens Voter, Tussles With Cops On Long Island, Police Say
An election poll worker is accused of threatening a voter and fighting with police at a polling place on Long Island. The incident happened in Oceanside, at Oaks School #3 on Fortesque Avenue, shortly after 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5. Nassau County Police said Mark Sebesta, age 54, of Baldwin, was serving as a poll worker when he got into an argument with a 25-year-old male voter. He is accused of threatening the man. When police arrived and attempted to diffuse the situation, Sebesta falsely claimed to be a law enforcement officer, police said. He reportedly became aggressive and struggled wi…
Obituaries
Death Of 'Beacon Of Warmth' Chef On Long Island Roadway Sparks Flood Of Support
Support is swelling for the family of a beloved father and chef who was struck and killed by a car on Long Island. The incident happened in Inwood, near the intersection of Sheridan Avenue and Nassau Avenue, shortly after 11 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28. Nassau County Police said 44-year-old Patrick Mwesigwa was struck by a Ford Explorer heading southbound on Sheridan Avenue. He suffered severe head injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital. Earlier Report: ID Released For 44-Year-Old Struck, Killed By SUV In Inwood A 35-year-old man who was driving the Explorer remained at the sce…
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Long Island Man Causing Disturbance Becomes 'Violent, Combative,' With 1 Cop Hospitalized
A man who was causing a disturbance in a quiet Long Island neighborhood became violent and combative after officers arrived on the scene, injuring one cop. The incident happened just before 2 a.m. Saturday, Nov, 2, in Farmingdale. Officers responded to reports of a disturbance near the intersection of Conklin Street and Main Street. Upon arrival, they found 36-year-old Bryan Flores, a resident of the area, screaming and cursing in the roadway, which caused others to feel unsafe, according to Nassau County Police. Flores became violent and combative while resisting arrest a…
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ID Released For Man Killed In Hit-Run Long Island DWI Crash
The identity has been released of a man killed in a hit-and-run Long Island crash involving an allegedly drunk driver. The crash happened around 4 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, in Westbury. A 2006 gray Chrysler Sebring was traveling eastbound on Old Country Road when it struck a bicyclist near the intersection of State Street. The bicyclist sustained extensive injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene by a Nassau County Police paramedic. He's now been identified as Robert F. Mccarthy, age 69, of Hicksville. The driver of the vehicle, Wilfredo Blanco Molina, age 41, of Hic…
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Trio Sought After Smash-Grab Burglary At Long IsIsland Business
The search is on for three suspects who broke into a Long Island game store and stole merchandise. It happened in Levittown, at the Collectors Emporium on Hempstead Turnpike, at around midnight Tuesday, Oct. 29. Nassau County Police said three people entered the business by breaking a rear door. They then stole an unknown amount of merchandise before fleeing the scene. No suspects had been publicly identified or arrested as of Tuesday evening. Anyone with information is asked to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS.
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3 Hospitalized After Overnight Long Island Expressway Crash
Two men and a woman were hospitalized after an overnight crash on the Long Island Expressway. It happened just before 1:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29, in Jericho. That's when a 2016 Volvo tractor-trailer was traveling eastbound and struck a 2005 Isuzu in the vicinity of Exit 40E, according to Nassau County Police. The driver of the Isuzu, a 55-year-old man, was establishing a construction zone at the time of the accident, Nassau County Police said. The collision damaged the passenger side of the Volvo and caused a 35-year-old female passenger to become trapped. Nassau County …
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21-Year-Old Accused Of Impersonating Homeland Security Officer On Long Island
A Long Island man has been apprehended after authorities say he impersonated an officer. According to Nassau County Police detectives, Seth Newman, age 21, of Great Neck, was driving a black 2021 Dodge Charger in New Hyde Park in the vicinity of Marcus Avenue and New Hyde Park Road at around noontime Sunday, Oct. 27. He then activated amber flashing lights and a siren and was observed with what appeared to be a black handgun located near his hip, said police. Newman then identified himself as a Homeland Security Officer, according to police. A short time later, Newman wa…
Police & Fire
Fatal Hit-Run Long Island Crash: Drunk Driver Charged, Police Say
A suspect who was allegedly driving drunk has been nabbed in a hit-and-run Long Island crash. Click here for a new, updated story: ID Released For Hicksville Man Killed In Hit-Run Westbury DWI Crash It happened just before 4 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, in Westbury. A gray 2006 Chrysler Sebring was traveling eastbound on Old Country Road when it struck a bicyclist near the intersection of State Street. The driver of the vehicle, Wilfredo Blanco Molina, age 41, of Hicksville, fled the scene and continued to drive eastbound on Old Country Road, Nassau County Police said. The adu…
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2 Workers Injured After Car Crashes Into Long Island Business
Two workers suffered injuries after a car crash into a Long Island business. It happened around 12:10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, in North Merrick. A 24-year-old woman driving a 2019 Dodge Charger, was involved in a collision with a 2019 Jeep Cherokee being operated by a 71-year-old woman, Nassau County Police said. The Charger was heading eastbound on Jerusalem Avenue and struck the Jeep which was heading southbound toward Ott Lane, while exiting a parking lot and attempting to cross over Jerusalem Avenue. The Charger lost control and struck multiple parked cars then crashed …
Police & Fire
Man Forcibly Touches Girl, Attacks Officer At Mall On Long Island
A man has been apprehended after police say he forcibly touched a teenager and then attacked responding officers at a mall on Long Island. At around 4:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25, Police responded to a disturbance at Broadway Mall in Hicksville after receiving reports of an intoxicated male being aggressive towards the public. Upon arrival, officers approached Allan Nunez, age 30, of Bayville, who began attacking them, according to Nassau County Police. Nunez was violent and combative while resisting arrest, and an officer was injured. He was transported to a local area hospi…
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23-Year-Old Pulls Knife On Employees At Long Island Business, Police Say
A man is facing charges after allegedly pulling a knife on two employees at a Long Island business. The incident happened in Inwood, at the Smoke Bazaar smoke shop on Burnside Avenue, at around 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24. Nassau County Police said 23-year-old Cristhian Reyes got into an argument with two male employees, one 19 and the other 33. The argument escalated and Reyes displayed a knife, “placing them in fear for their safety,” police said. He is also accused of intentionally breaking two of the store's security cameras. Nobody was injured in the ordeal. Reyes, of Island Park, wa…
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Double Knife-Wielding GF Slashes Long Island BF During Breakup Talks, Police Say
Threats of a breakup prompted a Long Island woman to slash her boyfriend with a knife, sending him to the hospital, police said. The incident happened in Levittown at around 9:20 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22. Nassau County Police said officers responding to a 911 call about an assault with a weapon found blood on the kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom floors. Nobody was inside the home. Officers then responded to a hospital and were informed that a 29-year-old man had arrived with a laceration to his arm. The victim told investigators that he had an argument with his girlfriend about ending their …
Police & Fire
Combative Driver Injures Officer After Crash On Long Island, Police Say
A man is accused of assaulting a police officer following a car crash on Long Island. The incident happened in Bellmore, near the intersection of Bellmore Avenue and Merrick Road, shortly before 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14. Nassau County Police said 63-year-old Charles Klimovich, of Bellmore, was involved in a car crash and refused to give officers his information to document the incident. Klimovich reportedly became combative and attempted to flee the scene. As officers were attempting to handcuff him, he continued resisting and refused to comply with the officer’s commands, police said. Of…
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Woman Attacked By Dog At Long Island Home
A woman is recovering after being attacked by a dog on Long Island. The incident occurred just before 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18, in Elmont. Nassau County Police officers responding to the Newburgh Street residence found the 81-year-old had suffered multiple lacerations to various parts of her body. The victim was transported to a local area hospital for evaluation and treatment of her injuries. She is currently listed in stable condition. The Nassau County Emergency Service Unit (ESU) responded and secured the animals. The investigation is ongoing.
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48-Year-Old Dies From Injuries Days After Hit-Run Long Island Crash
A man has died from injuries several days after a hit-and-run crash on Long Island. The victim was struck by a vehicle in Elmont at around 4:40 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 13 while crossing Hempstead Turnpike at Elmont Road. The vehicle left the scene westbound on Hempstead Turnpike, Nassau County Police said. The victim was transported to a local hospital in critical condition. Late Friday afternoon, Oct. 18, police announced the man, Queens resident Patricio Rodriguez–Hayes, age 48, of Queens Village, was pronounced dead by a hospital physician at 8 pm on Thursday, Oct. 17. Detectives requ…
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