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Attackers Taunted, Filmed 17-Year-Old Stabbing Victim Outside LI High School, Witness Says Attackers Taunted, Filmed 17-Year-Old Stabbing Victim Outside LI High School, Witness Says
Attackers Taunted, Filmed 17-Year-Old Stabbing Victim Outside LI High School, Witness Says New details are emerging after a 17-year-old senior was stabbed and carjacked mere steps from a Long Island high school. Emergency crews in Middle Island were called to the intersection of Tie Street and Sander Court, just east of Longwood High School, shortly after 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10. Suffolk County Police said the victim was walking when several people got out of a passing car and approached him. A confrontation ensued and the teen was stabbed with an unknown object, causing him to drop his car keys. Another student at the school, who wished to remain anonymous, told Daily Voice fou…
New Images Show Suspect Fleeing In Cab After Brazen Targeted Killing Of CEO In Manhattan New Images Show Suspect Fleeing In Cab After Brazen Targeted Killing Of CEO In Manhattan
New Images Show Suspect Fleeing In Cab After Brazen Targeted Killing Of CEO In Manhattan New images released by authorities show the suspect in the brazen targeted killing of the CEO of one of the nation's largest healthcare companies in midtown Manhattan fleeing the crime scene in the back of a taxi cab. Click here for a new, updated story - CEO Murder: 26-Year-Old Being Held In Pennsylvania In Connection To Manhattan Case The NYPD released the latest images early Sunday morning, Dec. 8.  "The full investigative efforts of the NYPD are continuing, and we are asking for the public's help," the NYPD said in a statement accompanying the release of the new i…
Unmasked: Face Of Suspect In Targeted Killing Of CEO In Manhattan Revealed In New Images Unmasked: Face Of Suspect In Targeted Killing Of CEO In Manhattan Revealed In New Images
Unmasked: Face Of Suspect In Targeted Killing Of CEO In Manhattan Revealed In New Images Brand-new photos have been released showing the face of a suspect who police say was lying in wait before the brazen targeted killing of the CEO of one of the nation's largest healthcare companies in midtown Manhattan. Click here for a new, updated story: New Images Show Suspect Fleeing In Cab After Brazen Targeted Killing Of CEO In Manhattan The NYPD released the images late Thursday morning, Dec. 5, just over 24 hours after the homicide.  These are the first photos showing the suspect's face. The department released earlier images of the man wearing a mask. The new imag…
Driver, 40, Arrested In Deadly Hit-Run Long Island Crash: Police Driver, 40, Arrested In Deadly Hit-Run Long Island Crash: Police
Driver, 40, Arrested In Deadly Hit-Run Long Island Crash: Police A Suffolk County man has been arrested and charged in connection with a hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of a pedestrian last week, authorities announced Wednesday, Dec. 4. Seth Miller, 40, of Smithtown, was charged with Leaving the Scene of an Incident with a Fatality in the Nov. 27 crash in Bohemia that killed Joan Foley, 59, of Central Islip, Suffolk County police said. Foley was struck while crossing Veterans Memorial Highway at 5th Avenue around 5:15 a.m. Miller fled the scene after the crash and Foley was pronounced dead at the scene. Miller was arrested on Dec. 4 and is …
Police Seek Owner Of Jewelry Found In Stolen Car On Long Island Police Seek Owner Of Jewelry Found In Stolen Car On Long Island
Police Seek Owner Of Jewelry Found In Stolen Car On Long Island Authorities are seeking the public’s help in identifying the owner of jewelry found in a stolen vehicle on Long Island. Suffolk County Police detectives said a green felt jewelry box containing various items, believed to be proceeds from a burglary, was discovered inside the stolen vehicle on Tuesday, July 23.  The vehicle was recovered in Suffolk County, but the jewelry’s rightful owner remains unknown. Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest.  Anyone with information about the case should contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS, via th…
ID Released For 59-Year-Old Long Island Woman Killed In Hit-Run Crash ID Released For 59-Year-Old Long Island Woman Killed In Hit-Run Crash
ID Released For 59-Year-Old Long Island Woman Killed In Hit-Run Crash The identity has been released of a woman who died after being struck by a hit-and-run driver on Long Island. The crash happened in Suffolk County at approximately 5:15 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27, in Bohemia. on Veterans Memorial Highway at 5th Avenue. A westbound vehicle hit the woman while she was crossing the road and fled the scene, according to authorities. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Late Wednesday afternoon, Suffolk County Police ID'd her as Joan Foley, age 59, of Central Islip. Veterans Memorial Highway at 5th Avenue, this morning.  Original report -…
Hit-Run Crash Kills Woman Crossing Long Island Roadway Hit-Run Crash Kills Woman Crossing Long Island Roadway
Hit-Run Crash Kills Woman Crossing Long Island Roadway A hit-run driver struck and killed a woman on Long Island. Click here for a new, updated story: ID Released For Central Islip Woman Killed In Hit-Run Crash In Bohemia The crash happened in Suffolk County at approximately 5:15 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27, in Bohemia. on Veterans Memorial Highway at 5th Avenue. A westbound vehicle hit the woman while she was crossing the road and fled the scene, according to authorities. The woman, whose identity has not yet been confirmed, was pronounced dead at the scene. Suffolk County Police Major Case Unit detectives are investigating and ask anyone…
Police Seek Suspect Accused Of Stealing $900 Using Stolen Identity At Long Island Bank Police Seek Suspect Accused Of Stealing $900 Using Stolen Identity At Long Island Bank
Police Seek Suspect Accused Of Stealing $900 Using Stolen Identity At Long Island Bank A man is being sought in connection with an identity theft that resulted in a $900 loss at a Long Island bank. Nassau County Police said the incident happened on Tuesday, Oct. 1, at approximately 11:30 a.m. at the Capital One bank on Grand Avenue in Baldwin. Investigators said the suspect entered the bank, filled out a withdrawal slip using someone else’s identity, and withdrew $900 in cash. The suspect is described having a thin build, standing about 5-foot-10. He has black hair, a black beard, a bald head, and was last seen wearing blue jeans, red sneakers, a gray coat, and a blue cast on…
3 Pulled From Fiery Long Island Crash, Seriously Injured 3 Pulled From Fiery Long Island Crash, Seriously Injured
3 Pulled From Fiery Long Island Crash, Seriously Injured Three people were seriously injured in a fiery crash on Long Island. The crash occurred at about 10:20 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, when a 2017 Kia Sportage veered off Cliff Road in the village of Belle Terre, struck a tree, and caught fire, according to Suffolk County Police said. The vehicle was traveling northbound between Old Homestead Road and Bell Circle at the time. A Village of Belle Terre constable was the first to arrive at the scene and helped extricate the driver, a 19-year-old Rocky Point man, and two passengers, a 20-year-old Rocky Point man, and 20-year-old Farmingville r…
Teen Stabbed Breaking Up Fight Outside Long Island Mall Teen Stabbed Breaking Up Fight Outside Long Island Mall
Teen Stabbed Breaking Up Fight Outside Long Island Mall A teenager was injured in a stabbing during a fight outside a Long Island mall. Suffolk County Police said the incident occurred just before 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, on the sidewalk outside the food court at Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove.  A 16-year-old boy was stabbed while trying to break up a dispute involving a small group of people. The victim was taken to a local hospital in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries.  Another 16-year-old boy sustained minor injuries during the altercation and was also transported to a hospital for treatment. Police are asking …
Serial Scammer Cons Port Washington, Hewlett Harbor Women Out Of Combined $25K, Police Say Serial Scammer Cons Port Washington, Hewlett Harbor Women Out Of Combined $25K, Police Say
Serial Scammer Cons Port Washington, Hewlett Harbor Women Out Of Combined $25K, Police Say A man with a history of financial scams successfully conned two Long Island women out of thousands of dollars, police alleged. Jaime Castillo, age 36, of the Bronx, was arrested on multiple counts of grand larceny on Wednesday, Nov. 20, after carrying out so-called “grandparent scams,” Nassau County Police said. A 90-year-old Port Washington woman contacted police on June 2, 2023 saying she had received a phone call from someone claiming to be “Raymond Allen,” a lawyer representing her grandchildren. Earlier Report: Duo Nabbed After Scamming Couple Out Of $9K In Westchester: Police …
Man Accused Of Lewd Act At Walmart On Long Island Man Accused Of Lewd Act At Walmart On Long Island
Man Accused Of Lewd Act At Walmart On Long Island A man is accused of committing a lewd act while following a woman inside a Long Island Walmart. Suffolk County Police said the incident happened around 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at the Walmart on Crooked Hill Road in Commack. The man allegedly followed the woman through the store while engaging in inappropriate behavior. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Fourth Squad detectives are asking for the public’s help to identify and locate the suspect. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS. All calls will remain confidential. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers …
New Details Released In Search For Long Island 23-Year-Old Accused Of Murdering His Father New Details Released In Search For Long Island 23-Year-Old Accused Of Murdering His Father
New Details Released In Search For Long Island 23-Year-Old Accused Of Murdering His Father Authorities released new details in the search for a man accused of stabbing his father to death on Long Island. The incident happened in Rocky Point, at a residence located on Quail Road, at around 1:25 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 9. Suffolk County Police arrived to find Joseph Zoll, age 61, suffering from multiple stab wounds. He was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Earlier Report: Seen Him? 23-Year-Old On Run After Murdering His Father At Suburban NY Home, Police Say On Sunday, Nov. 10, homicide detectives named Zoll’s son, Matthew Zoll, as the pri…
Seen Him? 23-Year-Old On Run After Murdering His Father At Long Island Home, Police Say Seen Him? 23-Year-Old On Run After Murdering His Father At Long Island Home, Police Say
Seen Him? 23-Year-Old On Run After Murdering His Father At Long Island Home, Police Say Police are seeking the public's help in locating a man accused of stabbing his father to death on Long Island. The incident happened in Rocky Point at 30 Quail Road on Saturday, Nov. 9, around 1:25 a.m.  Officers arrived to find Joseph Zoll, age 61, with stab wounds, according to Suffolk County Police.  Zoll was transported to Stony Brook University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. On Sunday afternoon, Nov. 10, Suffolk County Police said its Homicide Squad detectives are looking to locate Matthew Zoll, who is wanted for the murder of his father. Matthew Zoll, 2…
Man Fatally Stabbed At Long Island Home Man Fatally Stabbed At Long Island Home
Man Fatally Stabbed At Long Island Home A suspect is on the loose after an overnight homicide on Long Island. Click here for a new, updated story - Seen Him? 23-Year-Old On Run After Murdering His Father At Long Island Home, Police Say Police responded to a 911 call reporting a stabbing in Rocky Point at 30 Quail Road on Saturday, Nov. 9, around 1:25 a.m.  Officers arrived to find Joseph Zoll, age 61, with stab wounds, according to Suffolk County Police.  Zoll was transported to Stony Brook University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The Suffolk County Police Homicide Squad is investigating the incident…
Video Shows Trio Ransacking Home In Jericho Video Shows Trio Ransacking Home In Jericho
Video Shows Trio Ransacking Home In Jericho If you recognize these alleged burglars, police want to hear from you. Three women are being sought after allegedly breaking into a Long Island residence and ransacking the place. Watch video of the incident below. It happened in Jericho, at a home on 16th Street, shortly before 3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21. Nassau County Police said three unknown female suspects rummaged through the owner’s belongings, leaving his residence “disheveled.” The trio then fled the scene in a gray Chrysler minivan. Anyone with information is asked to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS.  …
Masked Duo Steals Mercedes-Benz From Garage Of Nassau County Home Masked Duo Steals Mercedes-Benz From Garage Of Nassau County Home
Masked Duo Steals Mercedes-Benz From Garage Of Nassau County 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…
Halloween-Masked Stabber Sought After Random Attack On Long Island Victim Halloween-Masked Stabber Sought After Random Attack On Long Island Victim
Halloween-Masked Stabber Sought After Random Attack On Long Island Victim A suspect is on the loose after a random, Halloween day stabbing attack on Long Island. The incident happened in Central Islip, outside a business on Brightside Avenue near Islip Avenue, shortly after 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31. Suffolk County Police said a man was sitting in the driver’s seat while parked in a lot outside the Hands Across Long Island mental health services building when a man opened his door and stabbed him with a knife. The suspect, who was wearing a Halloween mask, then fled the scene. The victim was taken to a hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries. No…
New Hyde Park Pastor Accused Of Sexually Abusing 22-Year-Old Man New Hyde Park Pastor Accused Of Sexually Abusing 22-Year-Old Man
New Hyde Park Pastor Accused Of Sexually Abusing 22-Year-Old Man A Long Island pastor is accused of sexually abusing a man. Thomas Moriarty, age 62, of New Hyde Park, was arrested Thursday, Oct. 31, following an investigation by the Nassau County Police Department’s Special Victims Squad. According to police, Moriarty – who is a pastor at Church of the Holy Spirit in New Hyde Park – sexually abused a 22-year-old man in Oceanside on Saturday, Oct. 26.  The relationship between him and the alleged victim was not immediately clear. Moriarty was arrested on suspicion of forcible touching, and was arraigned at First District Court in Hempstead. Detect…
29-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Fatal Stabbing During Party At Long Island Home 29-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Fatal Stabbing During Party At Long Island Home
29-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Fatal Stabbing During Party At Long Island Home An investigation is underway after a fatal stabbing death of a man at a party overnight at a Long Island residence. It happened around 2 a.m. Sunday, Oct, 27, in Huntington Station. Police responded to the house on Lowndes Avenue after a 911caller reported the incident at the location.  When officers arrived, they located two men stabbed. Justino Alfaro-Avila, age 29, of Huntington Station, was transported to Huntington Hospital where he was pronounced dead.  A 39-year-old man was treated at a local hospital and released. Detectives are asking anyone with i…
Road Rage: Man Run Over After Fight Breaks Out At Shopping Center On Long Island Road Rage: Man Run Over After Fight Breaks Out At Shopping Center On Long Island
Road Rage: Man Run Over After Fight Breaks Out At Shopping Center On Long Island A suspect is on the loose after a man suffered severe injuries in an overnight road-rage incident on Long Island. Click here for a new, updated story - Road Rage: Suspect Nabbed After Victim Run Over In West Babylon It happened around 8:10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, in West Babylon. Two men drove their vehicles into a shopping center parking lot located at 90 Route 109, according to Suffolk County Police. They both exited their vehicles and engaged in an altercation.  One of the men got back into his vehicle, rammed the other man's vehicle three times, and then ran ove…
Hit-Run Driver Sought After 19-Year-Old Critically Injured On Sunrise Highway In Freeport Hit-Run Driver Sought After 19-Year-Old Critically Injured On Sunrise Highway In Freeport
Hit-Run Driver Sought After 19-Year-Old Critically Injured On Sunrise Highway In Freeport A month after a 19-year-old man was seriously injured by a hit-and-run driver on a Long Island highway, the suspect is still at large. The incident happened on Sunrise Highway in Freeport at around 11:15 p.m. Sept. 14. Nassau County Police said the victim was crossing Sunrise Highway near the intersection of Bayview Avenue when a dark colored SUV traveling northbound struck him. The vehicle then fled the scene heading westbound on Sunrise Highway. Police said the victim was taken to a hospital in critical condition. No other details were given. Investigators released two surveillance im…
19-Year-Old Dies From Injuries After Crash Involving Allegedly Impaired Driver On Long Island 19-Year-Old Dies From Injuries After Crash Involving Allegedly Impaired Driver On Long Island
19-Year-Old Dies From Injuries After Crash Involving Allegedly Impaired Driver On Long Island A teenager has died from his injuries following a crash involving an allegedly impaired driver on Long Island. The crash happened around 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 13, in Central Islip. A 19-year-old Brentwood man was riding a bicycle westbound across Joshuas Path at Vanderbilt Avenue when he was struck by a 2012 Honda sedan traveling southbound on Joshuas Path, according to Suffolk County Police. The teen was transported to South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore for the treatment of serious injuries. On Monday afternoon, Oct. 14, police announce the bicyclist, …
19-Year-Old Critically Injured In Hit-Run Freeport Crash Involving SUV 19-Year-Old Critically Injured In Hit-Run Freeport Crash Involving SUV
19-Year-Old Critically Injured In Hit-Run Freeport Crash Involving SUV Autnorities are asking the public's help in finding the suspect in a hit-and-run crash on Long Island. On Saturday, Oct. 12, Nassau County Police released details on the incident that happened last month. According to detectives, the 19-year-old man was crossing Sunrise Highway at the intersection of Bayview Avenue at around 11:15 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, when he was struck by a dark colored SUV that was traveling northbound on Bayview Avenue.  The vehicle fled the scene westbound on Sunrise Highway.  The victim was transported to a local hospital where he is in critical conditi…
Suspect On Loose After Long Island Bank Robbery Suspect On Loose After Long Island Bank Robbery
Suspect On Loose After Long Island Bank Robbery A suspect is on the loose after a bank robbery on Long Island. A man entered the Chase branch in Shirley, located at 645 Northbound William Floyd Parkway, at about 3:45 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11, and handed the teller a note demanding cash, according to Suffolk County Police. The teller complied and the suspect fled with cash. The robber was described as a white man with brown hair, who appeared to be in his 40s. He was wearing a dark-hooded sweatshirt and dark pants. Detectives are asking anyone with information on the robbery to call the SCPD Major Case Unit at 631-852-6555 or…
Man Accused Of Exposing Self To 9-Year-Old In East Meadow Man Accused Of Exposing Self To 9-Year-Old In East Meadow
Man Accused Of Exposing Self To 9-Year-Old In East Meadow A Long Island man who was previously accused of exposing himself to a young girl is now charged with possessing child pornography. Jhonatan Fuentes, age 29, of East Meadow, was arrested Friday, Oct. 11, after an investigation revealed he was in possession of child pornography, Nassau County Police said. He was charged with ten counts of possessing a sexual performance by a child under 16 and was released with an appearance ticket to Nassau County Court. Earlier Report: 29-Year-Old Accused Of Exposing Himself To Girl In East Meadow The arrest came months after Fuentes was accused o…
Camera Catches Purse Snatcher At East Meadow Restaurant; Suspect Sought Camera Catches Purse Snatcher At East Meadow Restaurant; Suspect Sought
Camera Catches Purse Snatcher At East Meadow Restaurant; Suspect Sought If you recognize this sticky-fingered diner, police want to hear from you. A surveillance camera was rolling when a man made off with a forgotten purse at a Long Island restaurant. The incident happened in East Meadow, at the Qdoba restaurant on Hempstead Turnpike, at around 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. Nassau County Police said a man and woman were sitting in a booth when they saw that someone had left a brown leather purse on the seat behind them. Video shows the man grab the bag, which contained a credit card and jewelry, before quickly exiting the restaurant. Three other people at h…
26-Year-Old Nabbed For Reckless Driving After Doing Donuts In Dodge Charger On LI: Police 26-Year-Old Nabbed For Reckless Driving After Doing Donuts In Dodge Charger On LI: Police
26-Year-Old Nabbed For Reckless Driving After Doing Donuts In Dodge Charger On LI: Police A Hudson Valley man has been accused of driving recklessly on Long Island. Suffolk County Police say they observed a purple 2023 Dodge Charger doing donuts in the hamlet of Shirley at around 1:40 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 6 at the intersection of Montauk Highway and William Floyd Parkway. The vehicle stalled and the man left the vehicle and fled on foot. Following an investigation, officers determined the vehicle was a rental. Putnam County resident Anthony Bartoszewicz, age 26, of Mahopac, was located at 1491 William Floyd Parkway, at approximately 5:30 p.m. Monday,…
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…
Gunman With Zip Ties Forces Way Into Long Island Home, Assaults Resident Gunman With Zip Ties Forces Way Into Long Island Home, Assaults Resident
Gunman With Zip Ties Forces Way Into Long Island Home, Assaults Resident Police are asking for help in identifying a man who forced his way into a Long Island home and assaulted a resident. The incident happened in Commack, at a residence on Daisy Lane, at around 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13. Surveillance video shared by Suffolk County Police shows a man wearing a surgical mask carrying a postal envelope and zip ties approach the home and ring the doorbell. When a resident opened the door, the man pulled a gun and forced his way inside. At some point during the ordeal, a resident of the home was struck in the head. A short time later, the suspect fled the scene …
Gilgo Beach Murders: Reward Offered As New Details Released About 'Asian Doe' Victim Gilgo Beach Murders: Reward Offered As New Details Released About 'Asian Doe' Victim
Gilgo Beach Murders: Reward Offered As New Details Released About 'Asian Doe' Victim Authorities are hoping new details about a male victim in the Gilgo Beach serial murders case – and a cash reward – will lead to his identification. On Long Island, the Gilgo Beach Task Force released details about clothing that was worn by the so-called “Asian Doe,” whose skeletal remains were found along Ocean Parkway in Gilgo Beach on April 4, 2011. The man, who investigators revealed was beaten to death sometime prior to 2006, was found wearing all women’s clothing. He was most likely working as a sex worker at the time, according to Suffolk County DA Raymond Tierney. Earlier Report:…