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New Update: Man Accused Of Smashing Door, Stealing Beer In Nassau County Store Burglary New Update: Man Accused Of Smashing Door, Stealing Beer In Nassau County Store Burglary
New Update: Man Accused Of Smashing Door, Stealing Beer In Nassau County Store Burglary  Long Island store was burglarized, with a man accused of smashing the front glass door and stealing beer before being arrested nearby. The incident happened Sunday, Nov. 24, at approximately 2:15 a.m. at E Smoke and Beer Island on Hempstead Turnpike in Levittown. R Nassau County Police said responding officers found the store’s front glass door shattered and conducted an investigation. Police said they located Queens resident Leondre D. Bent, age 28, of Jamaica, near the scene. Investigators determined that Bent threw a brick through the door, entered the store, and removed an 18-pac…
Masked Trio, Including Pair Of Teens, Nabbed In Nassau County Burglary Attempt Masked Trio, Including Pair Of Teens, Nabbed In Nassau County Burglary Attempt
Masked Trio, Including Pair Of Teens, Nabbed In Nassau County Burglary Attempt Three masked suspects, including two teenage boys, were arrested after allegedly attempting to break into a home on Long Island. The incident occurred at 2:55 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 22, on Ivy Hill Road in Woodsburgh. According to Nassau County Police investigators, four masked individuals tried multiple times to illegally enter the residence, using a crowbar to pry open a rear entrance.  Although they caused significant damage to the property, the group triggered the home’s alarm system and fled on foot. Police quickly responded, setting up a perimeter and deploying K9 units.&nbs…
$500K in Gold, Watches, Memorabilia Stolen In Burglary On Long Island $500K in Gold, Watches, Memorabilia Stolen In Burglary On Long Island
$500K in Gold, Watches, Memorabilia Stolen In Burglary On Long Island Authorities are searching for those responsible for a high-value burglary on Long Island that netted an estimated $500,000 in valuables. The break-in took place overnight between Sept. 28 and Sept. 29 at Wieco Wire and Cable Inc., located on Rodeo Drive in Brentwood, according to Suffolk County Police.  Investigators say the suspect or suspects forced entry into the business and stole gold bars, high-end watches, collectible coins, and sports memorabilia. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.  Anyone with details can submit…
Long Island Sweet Shop Burglarized, Cash Stolen In Break-In Long Island Sweet Shop Burglarized, Cash Stolen In Break-In
Long Island Sweet Shop Burglarized, Cash Stolen In Break-In A Long Island sweet shop was hit by a burglar who made off with cash, leaving the popular business with unexpected losses. Officers were called to Star Confectionary in Riverhead on East Main Street on Tuesday, Nov. 12, after the owner discovered the break-in around 7:55 a.m.  Initially, it appeared that nothing was missing, but the owner later found that assorted US currency had been taken, Riverhead Police said. Detectives believe the break-in happened between 11:30 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, and 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the Riverhead P…
16-Year-Old Burglary Suspect Nabbed Inside Long Island Restaurant 16-Year-Old Burglary Suspect Nabbed Inside Long Island Restaurant
16-Year-Old Burglary Suspect Nabbed Inside Long Island Restaurant A burglary suspect was quickly apprehended after officers found him inside a local restaurant. Police responded to La Plage Restaurant on Creek Road in Wading River at about 12:55 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, after a 911 caller reported a break-in. Upon arrival, Riverhead patrol and K9 units discovered a 16-year-old boy inside the restaurant. Riverhead’s detective division joined the investigation, and officers arrested the teen, charging him with third-degree burglary. He was later processed and released with a desk appearance ticket. Riverhead Police encourage anyone who may have witnessed t…
Teen Crashes Stolen Mercedes, Attempts To Assault Responding Officer In Hicksville: Police Teen Crashes Stolen Mercedes, Attempts To Assault Responding Officer In Hicksville: Police
Teen Crashes Stolen Mercedes, Attempts To Assault Responding Officer In Hicksville: 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…
Burglars Wearing Masks Break Into Nassau County Liquor Store, Burglars Wearing Masks Break Into Nassau County Liquor Store,
Burglars Wearing Masks Break Into Nassau County 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…
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…
Alert Mahjong Players Help Catch Malverne Man Accused Of Trying To Break Into Home Alert Mahjong Players Help Catch Malverne Man Accused Of Trying To Break Into Home
Alert Mahjong Players Help Catch Malverne Man Accused Of Trying To Break Into Home A 21-year-old Long Island man faces a long list of charges after he was caught with a stolen vehicle and pills following his attempt to break into a Westchester County residence, police said. Nassau County resident Allen Jose Corona of Malverne was arrested on Monday, Nov. 4 following an incident that occurred in Rye, according to an announcement made by the City of Rye Police Department on Wednesday, Nov. 6.  At around 2:30 p.m. on Monday, a resident of Louden Woods told police that a man had tried entering her home. A search of the area and a look at security footage produced an imag…
Trio Sought After Smash-Grab Burglary At Levittown Business Trio Sought After Smash-Grab Burglary At Levittown Business
Trio Sought After Smash-Grab Burglary At Levittown 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.
Box Cutter-Wielding Man Breaks Into Long Island Home, Threatens Resident, Police Say Box Cutter-Wielding Man Breaks Into Long Island Home, Threatens Resident, Police Say
Box Cutter-Wielding Man Breaks Into Long Island Home, Threatens Resident, Police Say A suspect was arrested days after a home break-in on Long Island. The incident happened in Speonk, at around 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, according to Southampton Town Police. Investigators said a resident called 911 saying a man known to them had illegally entered their home and threatened them with a box cutter. By the time officers arrived, the suspect had fled. Nobody was injured in the ordeal. On Saturday, Oct. 12, police arrested 42-year-old Bernard Colletti on suspicion of burglary and menacing. Colletti was arraigned the following morning.
Suspects Enter Occupied North Woodmere Home, Steal Keys, Then Cars In Driveway: Police Suspects Enter Occupied North Woodmere Home, Steal Keys, Then Cars In Driveway: Police
Suspects Enter Occupied North Woodmere Home, Steal Keys, Then Cars In Driveway: Police Police are searching for a group of suspects who stole two cars from the driveway of a Long Island home after burglarizing the occupied residence. Three of the suspects entered the North Woodmere residence located on Jay Court through a rear door. just before 4 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, according to Nassau County Police. They then removed two sets of car keys from inside the home before entering two of the victim’s vehicles that were parked in the driveway.  There was an additional suspect inside of a dark colored SUV parked outside of the residence, police said.  The two stole…
21-Year-Old Nabbed After Breaking Into Inwood Home, Police Say 21-Year-Old Nabbed After Breaking Into Inwood Home, Police Say
21-Year-Old Nabbed After Breaking Into Inwood Home, Police Say A 21-year-old man is accused of burglarizing a Long Island home. Nassau County Police were called about a break-in at an Inwood residence on Wahl Avenue at around 4:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2. When officers arrived, they found Wilber Sigaran fleeing the scene, police said. An officer caught up to Sigaran and deployed a TASER device in order to place him under arrest. Sigaran, of Inwood, is charged with assault and burglary. He was scheduled to be arraigned at First District Court in Hempstead on Thursday, Oct. 3.
Church Burglar At Large After Stealing Cash From Donation Box In Franklin Square Church Burglar At Large After Stealing Cash From Donation Box In Franklin Square
Church Burglar At Large After Stealing Cash From Donation Box In Franklin Square If you recognize this sticky-fingered bandit, police want to hear from you. Nassau County Police said a man broke into Franklin Square’s St. Catherine of Sienna Church, located on Holzheimer Street, shortly before 10 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17. After forcing open a locked basement door, the man pried his way into a donation box and stole an undisclosed amount of money. Police described the suspect as a Black man, approximately 5-foot-10 with a thin build. He was wearing a white hat with a blue brim, brown sweater, black pants, and a black face mask. Anyone with information is asked to contac…
Man Accused Of Burglarizing 11 Long Island Businesses Man Accused Of Burglarizing 11 Long Island Businesses
Man Accused Of Burglarizing 11 Long Island Businesses A local man has been accused of burglarizing nearly a dozen Long Island businesses this month. The suspect broke into Deli Pupuseria Salvadoreña, located at 16 Dawn Drive in Centereach, stole at around 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, stole a cash register and fled, according to Suffolk County Police. Officers apprehended him a short time later. Following an investigation by Sixth Squad detectives, it was determined Michael Mancuso, age 44, of Ronkonkoma, burglarized 10 other businesses during which he stole a cash register or cash from the following businesses: Aladdin I…
Video Shows Burglary Suspect Stealing Cash From Hewlett Business Video Shows Burglary Suspect Stealing Cash From Hewlett Business
Video Shows Burglary Suspect Stealing Cash From Hewlett Business If you recognize this early-morning burglar, police want to hear from you. Surveillance cameras were rolling when a masked man broke into a Long Island business and stole money. The incident happened in Hewlett, at Geffen Gourmet on Mill Road, at around 5:15 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 14. Nassau County Police said a male suspect got inside by prying open a rear door. He then swiped an undisclosed amount of cash from a register and removed a small safe containing additional money. The suspect is described as a Black man wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, a black face covering, black pants, gray …
Burglar Sought After Stealing Cash From Long Island Business Burglar Sought After Stealing Cash From Long Island Business
Burglar Sought After Stealing Cash From Long Island Business Police are investigating after a burglar made off with over $1,000 from a Long Island business. The break-in happened in Oyster Bay at the Lee’s Laundromat on South Street sometime overnight Monday, Sept. 9. Nassau County Police said someone pried open a rear door before stealing approximately $1,500 in cash. They then fled in an unknown direction. No description of the suspect was given. Anyone with information is asked to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS.
Duo Accused Of Burglarizing All-Girls Jewish School In Cedarhurst Duo Accused Of Burglarizing All-Girls Jewish School In Cedarhurst
Duo Accused Of Burglarizing All-Girls Jewish School In Cedarhurst Two men are accused of breaking into an all-girls, Orthodox Jewish school on Long Island. The incident happened in Cedarhurst, at the Shulamith School for Girls on Cedarhurst Avenue, at around 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31 Nassau County Police said two men illegally entered the school and rummaged through several offices. On Monday, Sept. 9, investigators announced that they arrested 24-year-old Kevin Jimenez-Ramos, who is homeless, and 24-year-old Kevin Diaz, of Far Rockaway, Queens. Both men are charged with third-degree burglary. Shulamith School serves approximately 600 girls aged prescho…
Drug-Carrying Burglar Nabbed After Stealing Thousands From Williston Park Business, Police Say Drug-Carrying Burglar Nabbed After Stealing Thousands From Williston Park Business, Police Say
Drug-Carrying Burglar Nabbed After Stealing Thousands From Williston Park Business, Police Say An accused burglar is behind bars after allegedly stealing thousands of dollars from a Long Island business. Nassau County Police said officers responded to Yummy Gyro, located in Williston Park on Willis Avenue, for a burglary shortly before 9 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2. An investigation found that someone broke into the restaurant and stole approximately $3,000 from a lockbox and another $500 from a cash register. Officers located 49-year-old Anthony Miola, of Mineola, in a nearby parking lot after identifying him as a suspect. He was arrested on suspicion of burglary, grand larceny, and…
Teen Broke Into Woman's Long Island Home, Touched Her While She Slept: Police Teen Broke Into Woman's Long Island Home, Touched Her While She Slept: Police
Teen Broke Into Woman's Long Island Home, Touched Her While She Slept: Police A Long Island woman called police after she said a 19-year-old man broke into her Suffolk County home in the middle of the night and touched her as she slept, authorities said.  The woman spoke to officers on Thursday, Sept. 5, to report the incident that allegedly happened on Monday, Aug. 26, at her Whittier Drive home in Mastic Beach, Suffolk County Police said.  Davion Commodore, 19, of Mastic Beach, was arrested and charged with second-degree burglary in the case, police said.  The woman explained that she woke up around 1 a.m. to Commodore in her bedroom touching h…
Suspect Nabbed In String Of Thefts At Adelphi University Suspect Nabbed In String Of Thefts At Adelphi University
Suspect Nabbed In String Of Thefts At Adelphi University A man is accused in a string of thefts that occurred at a Long Island college. Garden City Police arrested Austin Withers, age 28, of Hempstead, at his Crowell Street residence on suspicion of grand larceny and related charges Saturday, Aug. 24. According to police, Withers was seen stealing a wallet inside the Adelphi University library in Garden City on Tuesday, June 18.  He allegedly used credit cards found in the wallet to make purchases at the Jamaica train station. Detectives said he also stole an Apple Air Pod valued at $250 from the campus’ University Center and stole credit …
Suspects On Loose After Smash-Grab Bellmore Jewelry Store Robbery In Broad Daylight Suspects On Loose After Smash-Grab Bellmore Jewelry Store Robbery In Broad Daylight
Suspects On Loose After Smash-Grab Bellmore Jewelry Store Robbery In Broad Daylight Suspects are on the run after a smash-and-grab burglary at a Long Island store that happened in broad daylight. According to Nassau County Police, the multiple unknown subjects entered Philip Joseph Jewelers in Bellmore, located at 2776 Sunrise Highway, at about 12:50 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22.  They began smashing the glass display cases with sledgehammers and removing assorted jewelry before fleeing the scene in an unknown direction. The investigation is ongoing. Detectives request that anyone with information on the incident contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS or…
Duo Sought After Smash-Grab Burglary At Nassau County Business Duo Sought After Smash-Grab Burglary At Nassau County Business
Duo Sought After Smash-Grab Burglary At Nassau County Business If you recognize these burglars, police want to hear from you. Nassau County Police are investigating after two men in Oceanside broke into the Star Bazzar Vape and Cigar, located on Long Beach Road, shortly after midnight Friday, Aug. 16. After smashing their way through the front glass door, the masked duo helped themselves to several vape products before taking off on foot.  They were last seen heading eastbound on Atlantic Avenue. Detectives described the first suspect as a white man, about 6-feet tall, wearing a gray t-shirt with a green logo, black pants, and black socks. The …
'Mistaken Identity' Led To Father's Killing In Backyard Of Long Island Home, DA Says 'Mistaken Identity' Led To Father's Killing In Backyard Of Long Island Home, DA Says
'Mistaken Identity' Led To Father's Killing In Backyard Of Long Island Home, DA Says A case of mistaken identity led to a husband and father being gunned down in the backyard of his Long Island home, prosecutors said. Oliver Schor, age 22, and Christopher Fernandez, age 28, both of Sound Beach, were formally arraigned on murder charges in Suffolk County Court on Friday, Aug. 9, in the fatal shooting of Michael Hartmann. According to prosecutors, Fernandez and Schor were armed with rifles when they showed up at Hartmann’s Bohemia residence, located just south of the Sunrise Highway on Smithtown Avenue, at around 6:30 a.m. on Nov. 2, 2022. Earlier Report: Duo From Sou…
Man Enters Occupied Babylon Home, Steals Keys, Then Dodge Ram In Driveway: Police Man Enters Occupied Babylon Home, Steals Keys, Then Dodge Ram In Driveway: Police
Man Enters Occupied Babylon Home, Steals Keys, Then Dodge Ram In Driveway: Police A local man has been apprehended after police say he burglarized a Long Island home and stole a truck. Suffolk County Police First Precinct officers responded to a 911 call reporting an unknown person had stolen a vehicle from the driveway of the Babylon residence on Araca Road just after 7 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 11. Officers found the homeowner had followed the man in the stolen 2020 Dodge Ram and was able to stop him in front of another home a short distance away on The Crescent, according to Suffolk County Police. Officers took the man, Daniel Shiels, age 43, of…
Ex-Con Repeatedly Beats, Robs Woman On Long Island, Police Say Ex-Con Repeatedly Beats, Robs Woman On Long Island, Police Say
Ex-Con Repeatedly Beats, Robs Woman On Long Island, Police Say A violent ex-convict is accused of beating and robbing a woman on Long Island. Phillip Mais, age 35, of Queens, was arrested on assault and related charges by Nassau County Police Tuesday, Aug. 6. Officers were called around 10:30 p.m. by a 43-year-old woman claiming she and Mais got into an argument and he forcibly removed her from her vehicle. Mais then grabbed her around the neck and threatened her with a gun, she told police. He allegedly then entered her home and damaged several items. Police located Mais a short time later and arrested him without incident. The victim declined medi…
Long Island Man Broke Into Jersey Shore Home's Garage, Cut Security Camera Wires: Police Long Island Man Broke Into Jersey Shore Home's Garage, Cut Security Camera Wires: Police
Long Island Man Broke Into Jersey Shore Home's Garage, Cut Security Camera Wires: Police A Long Island man was accused of breaking into a Manasquan home and cutting outdoor security camera wires, authorities said. Thomas Gilmartin of Port Washington, New York, was arrested on Monday, Aug. 5, the Manasquan Borough Police Department said in a news release. Officers responded to a report of someone who broke into the garage of a home on Perrine Boulevard at around 8:02 p.m. Police said the home's back door was kicked in and exterior security camera wires were cut. Several items were also taken from the garage and placed by a side fence. Investigators obtained pictures of the…
Know Him? Crocs-Wearing Burglar Snags Cash From Long Island Macy's Store Know Him? Crocs-Wearing Burglar Snags Cash From Long Island Macy's Store
Know Him? Crocs-Wearing Burglar Snags Cash From Long Island Macy's Store If you recognize this fashion-forward burglar, police want to hear from you. Nassau County Police were called to the Green Acres Mall in Valley Stream at around 8 a.m. Sunday, July 21, for a burglary at the Macy’s store. Surveillance video captured a man entering the store through an unlocked door before the business opened. He then pried open and damaged four cash registers before stealing an undisclosed amount of money and fleeing on foot. Police described the suspect as 5-foot-8, between 25 and 30 years old, with dreadlocks. He was wearing a black sweatshirt, black shorts, and, notably,…
Masked Burglar Smashes Way Into 2 Long Island Businesses Masked Burglar Smashes Way Into 2 Long Island Businesses
Masked Burglar Smashes Way Into 2 Long Island Businesses If you recognize this masked burglar who targeted two businesses on Long Island, police want to hear from you. The break-ins happened overnight, in the early hours of Thursday, July 18, in Carle Place. Nassau County Police said a masked man threw a rock through a glass window at Sunny Nail Spa on Voice Road sometime between midnight and 9:30 a.m. Once inside, he stole an undisclosed amount of cash before fleeing on foot. Another break-in was reported a block away, at Blooming Nails & Spa on Westbury Avenue, at around 1:30 a.m.  As in the first incident, the suspect used a …
Trio Nabbed For Burglary On Former Long Island College Campus Trio Nabbed For Burglary On Former Long Island College Campus
Trio Nabbed For Burglary On Former Long Island College Campus Two women and a man were arrested on an abandoned college campus after they were allegedly caught with burglar tools and tried to flee the cops. It happened in Shirley on the afternoon of Wednesday, June 27, Suffolk County Police said. At around 3 p.m. that day, a security guard working at the former Dowling College campus, located at 1300 William Floyd Parkway, noticed that the previously-secured gate was now open. That’s when he allegedly noticed Michele Brill, age 44 of Selden, sitting in a Nissan sedan while two other people — 40-year-old Christopher Alaia and 39-year-old Kristle Do…