Weekly Safety Report: Drunk Driving, Theft, and Dumping Raise Concerns in Suffolk County, New York

This week in Suffolk County, New York, several incidents occurred that raised concerns for public safety. These incidents include a woman driving drunk at a supermarket parking lot, a woman bringing a loaded gun into a police precinct, a hit-and-run incident in Kings Park, a theft of razors from a Target store, a drunk driving incident with a child onboard, and the tracking down of a dumper by environmental conservation police. These incidents highlight the need for vigilance and caution in the community.

Woman Accused Of Driving Drunk At King Kullen In Patchogue On Christmas Eve

Daily Voice12-27-2023

Melissa Ann Essig, 34, was observed by Suffolk County Sheriff's Office deputies failing to signal a right turn out of the King Kullen parking lot. She displayed signs of intoxication during field sobriety tests and was arrested for drunk driving.

Related reports:

• Woman Accused Of Driving Drunk At King Kullen In Patchogue On Christmas Eve

LI woman brings loaded gun into Suffolk police precinct while turning herself in for retail theft

1010WINS12-23-2023

Stephanie Incarnato, 31, turned herself in at the Suffolk County Police Department second precinct for stealing from a DICK's Sporting Goods store. However, she brought a loaded gun with her, leading to her arrest.

Related reports:

• LI woman brings loaded gun into Suffolk police precinct while turning herself in for retail theft
• Police : Woman Brought Loaded Gun to Stationhouse
• Police : Amityville woman brought loaded handgun into precinct while turning herself in for theft
• Doing it Wrong : Woman Arrested after Bringing Loaded Weapon to Precinct While Turning Herself In

Police release photos of vehicle in Kings Park hit-and-run

News 1212-26-2023

A hit-and-run incident occurred in Kings Park, where a pedestrian was struck by a blue Mazda on East Main Street. The driver fled the scene, and an investigation is ongoing.

Related reports:

• Police release photos of vehicle in Kings Park hit-and-run
• Suffolk Authorities Seeking Suspect Responsible for Kings Park Hit-and-Run that Left Pedestrian Injured

Know Him ? Man Steals Over $ 4K In Razors From Copiague Target , Police Say

Daily Voice12-27-2023

A man stole approximately $4,700 worth of electric razors and beauty products from a Target store in Copiague. Surveillance footage captured the suspect, and Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for information leading to his arrest.

Related reports:

• Know Him ? Man Steals Over $ 4K In Razors From Copiague Target , Police Say
• Police Seeking Thief Who Made Off with Kitchen Mixer from Selden Target , Cops Say

LIE Christmas Crash : Mastic Beach Man Accused Of Driving Drunk With Child Onboard In Yaphank

Daily Voice12-26-2023

Daniel Kissoon, 34, was driving a Toyota Sienna on the Long Island Expressway when he crashed into the center median. He was found to be intoxicated, and his 5-year-old son was in the vehicle. The child was taken to the hospital for evaluation, and Kissoon was charged with drunk driving.

Related reports:

• LIE Christmas Crash : Mastic Beach Man Accused Of Driving Drunk With Child Onboard In Yaphank
• Police : Mastic Beach man drove drunk on LIE , crashed car with 5-year-old son inside
• LI man arrested after crash for drunk driving with son , 5 , in car
• SCPD : Man Arrested for Driving Drunk with 5-Year-Old in Vehicle Following Following Yaphank Crash

NYS Environmental Conservation Police Track Down Suffolk County Dumper After Discovering Suspect 's Address in Trash

longisland.com12-28-2023

New York State Environmental Conservation Officer discovered bags of household trash dumped in Hubbard County Park. Through investigation, the officer found names and an address that matched previous incidents of illegal dumping. With assistance, the suspect was located and apprehended.

Related reports:

• NYS Environmental Conservation Police Track Down Suffolk County Dumper After Discovering Suspect 's Address in Trash

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