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Ronkonkoma motorcyclist seriously injured in three-vehicle crash
Suffolk County Police Third Squad detectives are investigating a three-vehicle crash that seriously injured a motorcyclist in West Islip on July 12. Dominic Dentici was operating his 2000 Yamaha eastbound on Sunrise Highway between Higbie Lane and Udall Road when he lost control of the motorcycle and struck the rear of a 2023 Tesla, causing him to be ejected from the motorcycle, at 4:17 p.m. Keith Ward was operating his 1994 Harley-Davidson eastbound behind the Tesla. Ward lost control of the motorcycle in an effort to avoid the crash and struck the rear of the Tesla.
Another Long Island beach closes due to high bacteria levels in water
Just days after two Long Island beaches were closed due to bacteria levels found in the water, another beach was ordered to close as well. Amityville Beach was closed to swimming on Thursday. Suffolk County officials said the beach would remain closed until bacteria levels have gone down, though it was not clear when that might occur.
Man who shot Suffolk County police officer sentenced to prison
RIVERHEAD, N.Y. -- A man who admitted he fired two shots at a Suffolk County police officer, intending to kill him, was sentenced to prison Thursday on Long Island.The judge called Janell Funderburke a "wannabe thug" when he sentenced him to 25 years to life.CBS New York's Jennifer McLogan reports there were tears in the Riverhead courtroom as Officer Michael LaFauci, who is now living with a disability, made his appearance.Suffolk County Police officer injured in Coram shootingOn May 11, 2023, Funderburke, a robbery suspect, shot LaFauci after he saw officers who were working an anti-gang detail conducting surveillance outside...
Crook Walks into Medford Target Empty-Handed, Sneaks Out with Nearly 2 Grand in Allergy Meds, Cops Say
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Sixth Squad detectives are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the man who stole from a Medford store last month. A man stole allergy medication from Target, located at 2975 Horseblock Road, on June 18 at approximately 12:30 p.m....
It’s the 1-year anniversary of Rex Heuermann’s arrest for the Gilgo Beach murders — and decades-worth of victims could still emerge
Saturday marks the 1-year anniversary of Rex Heuermann’s shocking arrest for the gruesome Gilgo Beach murders — as police continue to investigate ahead of his September trial. In a chilling case that stunned the world, Heuermann, 60 — a mild mannered Manhattan architect living with his wife and...
Bill to ban unwanted plastic utensils with restaurant takeout orders stalls in legislature
East Hampton Village in April passed an ordinance requiring that restaurants and takeout food businesses only give their patrons plastic utensils and other plastic items with food when specifically requested by the customer. Will Suffolk County follow with a countywide law?. Not so fast. A similar statute to the one...
Gilgo Beach: One year after Rex Heuermann arrested, investigation still continues
Rex Heuermann, the accused Gilgo Beach serial killer charged in six killings is now being eyed by investigators for even more, nearly one year to the day that the Manhattan architect, husband, and father of two was arrested.Heuermann was arrested on July 13 and charged the next day on July 14. His dilapidated Massapequa Park home was turned into the epicenter of a massive search for evidence by state and Suffolk County police, Sherriff's deputies, and the FBI. Investigators believe many murders happened inside."Rex is just a strange guy," said his next-door neighbor, Etienne.That search led to another of thousands...
3 Hospitalized After Multi-Vehicle West Islip Crash
It happened around 4:15 p.m. Friday, July 12, in West Islip on Sunrise Highway (Route 27) between Higbie Lane and Udall Road. A 31-year-old man from Ronkonkoma was riding a 2000 Yamaha motorcycle eastbound when he lost control and collided with the rear of a 2023 Tesla, ejecting him from the motorcycle, according to the Suffolk County Police.
NY weather: Suffolk County under a flood advisory Saturday morning
A flood advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Saturday at 8:12 a.m. in effect until 9:45 a.m. for Suffolk County. The weather service comments, "Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas," describes the weather service....
Deer Park Cardiologist Admits Having Thousands Of Images Depicting Child Sex Abuse
Frank Pollaro, age 55, of Deer Park, pleaded guilty to two counts of possessing a sexual performance by a child in Suffolk County Court on Thursday, July 11. According to prosecutors, in September 2023 the Suffolk County Police Department was tipped off that a user was uploading images of child pornography on the website Freechatnow.com.
Mutilated Dog 'Niva' Euthanized After Bellport Man's Abuse, DA Says
David Iglesias, age 34, of Bellport, was arraigned on animal cruelty and related charges in Suffolk County Court on Friday, July 12, in connection with the death of his female canine, Niva. According to the Suffolk County DA’s office, Niva was attacked by Iglesias’ other dog in November 2022, leaving...
Amber Alert canceled after missing 5-year-old last seen in Houston found
HOUSTON, Texas (KWTX) - An Amber Alert has been canceled after missing 5-year-old Henderson Calderon Carranza was found. Carranza was originally missing from Suffolk County, New York. He was last seen on July 11 in Houston prior to being found. No additional information is available at this time.
Demand Justice for Dog Allegedly Mutilated and Neglected to Death
Target: Hon. Raymond Tierney, Suffolk County District Attorney, New York State. Goal: Urge stricter legal action against David Iglesias for alleged animal cruelty and ensure he is held accountable for his actions. In a deeply disturbing case of alleged animal cruelty, David Iglesias of Bellport, Long Island, has been charged...
Amber Alert canceled for 6-year-old boy last seen in Houston
(Gray News) - An Amber Alert for a 6-year-old boy was canceled after he was found, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. Henderson Calderon Carranza, 6, was originally missing from Suffolk County, New York. He was found Friday night after an Amber Alert was issued in Texas, where the boy had last been seen.
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