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Christmas Eve Murder: Woman Stabbed To Death At Long Island Apartment Christmas Eve Murder: Woman Stabbed To Death At Long Island Apartment
Christmas Eve Murder: Woman Stabbed To Death At Long Island Apartment A woman was stabbed to death at a Long Island apartment on Christmas Eve. Click here for an updated story: Victim ID'd In Christmas Eve Murder At Massapequa Home Emergency crews in Massapequa were called to an apartment building near Old Sunrise Highway and Clocks Boulevard at around 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 24, for an unresponsive female. Officers located a 57-year-old woman suffering from multiple stab wounds and administered medical aid, Nassau County Police said. The victim was taken to a hospital where she was pronounced dead. Police did not identify the victim or speculate on what…
Babylon Facebook Marketplace Scammer Admits Dragging Victim With Car, Breaking Man's Pelvis Babylon Facebook Marketplace Scammer Admits Dragging Victim With Car, Breaking Man's Pelvis
Babylon Facebook Marketplace Scammer Admits Dragging Victim With Car, Breaking Man's Pelvis A Long Island man admitted to a violent robbery stemming from a Facebook Marketplace scam that left the victim seriously injured. Jordan Behling, 23, of Wheatley Heights, pleaded guilty to robbery and related charges in Suffolk County Court on Thursday, Dec. 19, in connection with the June 2023 incident Prosecutors said Behling arranged to sell a PlayStation 5 console to the victim through Facebook Marketplace. When he arrived at the victim’s home in an SUV, the victim handed him $280 in cash through the car window. But instead of handing over the PS5, Behling sped off while the victim wa…
Amazon Driver Flees After Hitting Customer's Commack House, Police Say Amazon Driver Flees After Hitting Customer's Commack House, Police Say
Amazon Driver Flees After Hitting Customer's Commack House, Police Say Prime delivery it was not.Authorities are asking for help in locating an Amazon delivery driver accused of hitting a customer’s house with their car and then fleeing. The incident happened in Commack, at a residence on Hayrick Lane, at around 8:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 16. Suffolk County Police said the delivery driver pulled their Chevrolet SUV into the customer’s driveway but forgot to set the parking brake.  While they were delivering the package, the SUV rolled forward and struck the customer’s garage door. The driver then fled the scene without reporting the incident, police said. …
Armed Duo Steals $140K From Victim Outside Long Island Bank, Police Say Armed Duo Steals $140K From Victim Outside Long Island Bank, Police Say
Armed Duo Steals $140K From Victim Outside Long Island Bank, Police Say Two alleged armed robbers are behind bars months after a victim lost six figures in cash outside a Long Island bank. Gloria Chamorro, 32, and Luis Lizardo, 45, both of Brooklyn, were arrested on suspicion of robbery and related charges Thursday, Dec. 19. Nassau County Police said the duo approached a 36-year-old man outside the Bank of America on Jerusalem Boulevard in Hicksville shortly before 9 a.m. on July 29. Working with three others, Chamorro and Lizardo forcibly removed a bag from the victim that contained $140,000 in cash, police said. As the group fled, one of the subjects fla…
Carjackers Who Hit Delivery Driver With Baseball Bat Sought After Medford Attack (VIDEO) Carjackers Who Hit Delivery Driver With Baseball Bat Sought After Medford Attack (VIDEO)
Carjackers Who Hit Delivery Driver With Baseball Bat Sought After Medford Attack (Video) Police are seeking tips after a delivery driver was carjacked and assaulted on Long Island. The incident happened in Medford, in front of a home on Race Avenue near Watch Hill Avenue, at around 9:15 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8. Suffolk County Police said the victim was sitting in his car when two men approached and pulled him out of the vehicle. They struck him with a baseball bat and stole his SUV. The vehicle was recovered a short time later. Police did not elaborate on the man’s injuries or condition. Detectives described the suspects as Black men, between 15 and 25 years old. One was capture…
Suffolk County Father Convicted Of Sexually Abusing Daughter: DA Suffolk County Father Convicted Of Sexually Abusing Daughter: DA
Suffolk County Father Convicted Of Sexually Abusing Daughter: DA A 56-year-old man from Islip was convicted of sexually abusing his daughter over the course of two years, Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced on Thursday, Dec. 12. The District Attorney’s Office is not naming the defendant in order to avoid identifying the victim of a sex crime. The jury found the defendant guilty of Sexual Abuse in the First Degree and related charges for abusing his daughter, beginning when she was 15 years old, according to Tierney. In February 2023, the then 17-year-old victim disclosed the abuse to a teacher following a specific incident of s…
CEO Murder: Luigi Mangione Notebook Detailing Shooting Plans Revealed, Reports Say CEO Murder: Luigi Mangione Notebook Detailing Shooting Plans Revealed, Reports Say
CEO Murder: Luigi Mangione Notebook Detailing Shooting Plans Revealed, Reports Say Luigi Nicholas Mangione, the 26-year-old accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was found in possession of a handwritten manifesto that sheds light on his alleged motives.  CNN was first to report the discovery.  The three-page document opens with a confession and asserts that Mangione acted independently, according to a report published Wednesday morning, Dec. 11 by The New York Times. He condemns UnitedHealthcare's increasing market capitalization amid declining American life expectancy and criticizes corporations for exploiting the country for pr…
Call About $97K Gold Bar, Porn Site To Long Island Victim Lands Scammer In Handcuffs: Police Call About $97K Gold Bar, Porn Site To Long Island Victim Lands Scammer In Handcuffs: Police
Call About $97K Gold Bar, Porn Site To Long Island Victim Lands Scammer In Handcuffs: Police A phone call about a Chinese porn site ended with a suspected scammer in handcuffs. An 87-year-old Garden City woman contacted Nassau County Police at around 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2, saying a man had called and informed her that a Chinese porn website had stolen money from her bank account. In order to rectify the situation, the man told her she needed to purchase a gold bar worth $97,875 and someone would come to her home and pick it up using a secret code. Fortunately, the would-be victim contacted police before forking over any money. Fifth Precinct officers were waiting when the suspect…
Hit-Run Crash Kills Woman Crossing Veterans Memorial Highway In Bohemia Hit-Run Crash Kills Woman Crossing Veterans Memorial Highway In Bohemia
Hit-Run Crash Kills Woman Crossing Veterans Memorial Highway In Bohemia 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…
Man Accused Of Stabbing Co-Worker At Suffolk Restaurant Man Accused Of Stabbing Co-Worker At Suffolk Restaurant
Man Accused Of Stabbing Co-Worker At Suffolk Restaurant A Long Island man was arrested after allegedly stabbing his co-worker during a dispute. The incident happened on Sunday, Nov. 24, at approximately 11:10 a.m. at Gino’s of Nesconset, located on Smithtown Boulevard. According to investigators, 34-year-old Paul Albinagorta of Central Islip stabbed his 60-year-old co-worker with a knife during an argument.  The victim managed to leave the restaurant on foot and was assisted outside before being transported to Stony Brook University Hospital. Police said his injuries are not life-threatening. Albinagorta, who was not injured, was arrested…
Man Accused Of Lewd Act At Commack Walmart Man Accused Of Lewd Act At Commack Walmart
Man Accused Of Lewd Act At Commack Walmart 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 …
$500K in Gold, Watches, Memorabilia Stolen In Suffolk County Burglary $500K in Gold, Watches, Memorabilia Stolen In Suffolk County Burglary
$500K in Gold, Watches, Memorabilia Stolen In Suffolk County Burglary 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…
Suffolk County Sweet Shop Burglarized, Cash Stolen In Break-In Suffolk County Sweet Shop Burglarized, Cash Stolen In Break-In
Suffolk County 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 Suffolk County Restaurant 16-Year-Old Burglary Suspect Nabbed Inside Suffolk County Restaurant
16-Year-Old Burglary Suspect Nabbed Inside Suffolk County 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…
Trump Taps NY Congresswoman Elise Stefanik For UN Ambassador Post, Picks Border Czar Trump Taps NY Congresswoman Elise Stefanik For UN Ambassador Post, Picks Border Czar
Trump Taps NY Congresswoman Elise Stefanik For UN Ambassador Post, Picks Border Czar President-elect Donald Trump has picked one of his strongest allies in Congress to serve as United States ambassador to the United Nations and a former member of his first administration as border czar. Rep. Elise Stefanik, age 40, was first elected to New York's 21st District in 2014 and is the House Republican Conference Chair, the youngest woman to hold that post. "Elise is an incredibly strong, tough, and smart America First fighter," Trump said in a statement to CBS News. CNN first reported the news late Sunday, Nov. 10. Trump also decided on another native New Yorker for a…
Burglars Wearing Masks Break Into Long Island Liquor Store Burglars Wearing Masks Break Into Long Island Liquor Store
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…
Stolen BMW Discovery Leads to Duo’s Arrest In Armed Ridge Long Island Carjacking Stolen BMW Discovery Leads to Duo’s Arrest In Armed Ridge Long Island Carjacking
Stolen BMW Discovery Leads to Duo’s Arrest In Armed Ridge Long Island Carjacking Two men were arrested in connection with an armed carjacking on Long Island after police located the stolen vehicle and pursued the suspects. According to Suffolk County Police, the incident took place on Saturday, Nov. 1, at approximately 10:40 p.m., when three men, armed with guns, approached a woman on Oakridge Circle in Ridge, grabbed her key fob, and stole her BMW. Following a swift investigation, police located the BMW on Wicks Avenue in North Babylon at around 11:55 p.m. Officers recovered a gun inside the vehicle and soon spotted one of the suspects nearby.  After a foot pursu…
Chaotic Street Takeover: Duo Nabbed After Cop Punched, Dragged By Car In Islip Chaotic Street Takeover: Duo Nabbed After Cop Punched, Dragged By Car In Islip
Chaotic Street Takeover: Duo Nabbed After Cop Punched, Dragged By Car In Islip Two men have been apprehended on charges in connection with a chaotic street takeover on Long Island in which a police officer was assaulted and dragged by a vehicle, officials said. The incident occurred early Sunday, Nov. 3,  in Islip. Suffolk County Police responded to multiple 911 calls about vehicles blocking traffic on westbound Sunrise Service Road near Commack Road at around 1 a.m. A Third Precinct officer arriving on the scene reportedly crashed into a pole while trying to avoid a pedestrian in the roadway. After exiting his vehicle, the officer confronted the driver of a bl…
Video Shows Trio Ransacking Home On Long Island Video Shows Trio Ransacking Home On Long Island
Video Shows Trio Ransacking Home On Long Island 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 Long Island Home Masked Duo Steals Mercedes-Benz From Garage Of Long Island Home
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…
Long Island School Aide Accused Of Falsifying Payroll Records Long Island School Aide Accused Of Falsifying Payroll Records
Long Island School Aide Accused Of Falsifying Payroll Records A Long Island school aide has been accused of falsifying payroll records claiming to work with a special needs student. Keenya Lessey, age 48, of Baldwin, allegedly submitted 19 falsified timesheets claiming to have worked with the fourth-grader with special needs in the Hempstead Union Free School District when she was not, and wrongfully collected more than $10,000 in pay, Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly said. Timesheets claimed Lessey worked full-time with the student at the Academy Charter School in Uniondale during winter break and other d…
Trio Sought After Smash-Grab Burglary At Long IsIsland Business Trio Sought After Smash-Grab Burglary At Long IsIsland Business
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.
Name Released Of 15-Year-Old Killed In Hudson Valley Shooting That Led To Manhunt, Arrest Name Released Of 15-Year-Old Killed In Hudson Valley Shooting That Led To Manhunt, Arrest
Name Released Of 15-Year-Old Killed In Hudson Valley Shooting That Led To Manhunt, Arrest This story has been updated. The name has been released of a teenage boy who was killed in a fatal shooting in Northern Westchester that led to a 12-hour manhunt and the arrest of a suspect. Fernando Jimenez, age 40, shot his girlfriend and her two children with an illegally possessed handgun in the Baldwin Place section of Somers during a domestic dispute at about 11:35 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 28, according to New York State Police. One of the children, a 10th-grade student at Somers High School now identified as Michael Raimondi, age 15, was killed.  The boy's brother, a 13-year-…
21-Year-Old Accused Of Impersonating Homeland Security Officer On Long Island 21-Year-Old Accused Of Impersonating Homeland Security Officer On Long Island
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…
Man Forcibly Touches Girl, Attacks Officer At Mall On Long Island Man Forcibly Touches Girl, Attacks Officer At Mall On Long Island
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…
2 Women Charged, 1 For Prostitution, After Raid At Huntington Station Spa 2 Women Charged, 1 For Prostitution, After Raid At Huntington Station Spa
2 Women Charged, 1 For Prostitution, After Raid At Huntington Station Spa Two women are facing charges, one for prostitution, after a raid at a Long Island spa. In response to numerous community complaints, authorities conducted an investigation into Twinkling Spa Inc. in Huntington Station, located at 1783 New York Ave., at approximately 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24. Minhua Guo, age 32, of East Setauket, was charged with: Two counts of unauthorized practice of a profession, a felony,  One count of prostitution, a misdemeanor. Xin Rong Lin, age 61, of Flushing, was charged with: Unauthorized practice of a profession, a felony,  Criminal…
Road Rage: Man Run Over After Fight Breaks Out At Shopping Center In West Babylon Road Rage: Man Run Over After Fight Breaks Out At Shopping Center In West Babylon
Road Rage: Man Run Over After Fight Breaks Out At Shopping Center In West Babylon 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…
48-Year-Old Dies From Injuries Days After Hit-Run Long Island Crash 48-Year-Old Dies From Injuries Days After Hit-Run Long Island Crash
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…
Long Island Man Accused Of Stalking Girl Long Island Man Accused Of Stalking Girl
Long Island Man Accused Of Stalking Girl A Long Island man has been accused of stalking a teenager after what police say were multiple incidents that occurred between Friday, Oct. 4, and Friday, Oct. 11. The suspect followed a 16-year-old girl while operating a 2013 gray Nissan Rogue in Levittown as she was walking home from school on Wantagh Avenue in the vicinity of Old Jerusalem Avenue, according to Nassau County Police. The man charged, Justin Sullivan, age 26, a resident of Levittown, drove past the victim numerous times on five different days and would wave at her while laughing, said police. On Thursday, Oct. 10, Sull…
21-Year-Old Nabbed For DWAI After Crash Seriously Injures Teen In Central Islip 21-Year-Old Nabbed For DWAI After Crash Seriously Injures Teen In Central Islip
21-Year-Old Nabbed For Dwai After Crash Seriously Injures Teen In Central Islip A man is accused of impaired driving after a crash with a serious injury on Long Island. Click here for a new, updated story - 19-Year-Old Dies From Injuries After Crash Involving Allegedly Impaired Driver In Central Islip It 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 Shor…
34-Year-Old Standing Outside Long Island Residence Exposes Himself To Woman: Police 34-Year-Old Standing Outside Long Island Residence Exposes Himself To Woman: Police
34-Year-Old Standing Outside Long Island Residence Exposes Himself To Woman: Police A man has been accused of exposing himself outside of a Long Island home. Aubrey Bradley, age 34, of  Bellerose Terrace ,was standing outside of his residence exposing himself and touching his genitals in front of a 63-year-old woman at around 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, according to Nassau County Police. After an investigation, Bradley was located and placed under arrest without incident. He's been charged with: Public lewdness, Indecent exposure.  He was issued an appearance ticket returnable on Tuesday, Oct. 29, to First District Court in Hempstead. Police request any…