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Humpback Whale Washes Ashore In Long Beach
Authorities are investigating after a deceased whale washed ashore on Long Island.
The juvenile humpback whale was discovered in Long Beach, near Shore Road and Roosevelt Boulevard, early Monday morning, Dec. 30, Long Beach Police said.
Local, state, and federal agencies responded to the scene, which remained cordoned off to the public Thursday afternoon.
A necropsy was expected to be performed, after which the whale will be buried, police said.
“Please avoid the area to allow the various agencies to conduct their work,” the agency said.
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Christopher Flores, age 29, was sentenced on Tuesday, July 9 to five to 12 years in prison after pleading guilty to manslaughter and more, the Nassau County District Attorney announced.
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