One Seriously Injured In Suffolk County Crash One Seriously Injured In Suffolk County Crash One Seriously Injured In Suffolk County Crash
One Seriously Injured In Suffolk County Crash Two men were hospitalized - one with “serious physical injuries” - after colliding near a busy intersection on Long Island, police said. A 2013 Lexus being driven by a Merrick man - whose name is being withheld pending the notification of his next of kin - was driving east on Long Island Avenue in Brentwood at approximately 12:45 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 3 when he attempted to make a turn onto Executive Drive. Police said that while navigating the turn, the Lexus was struck by Deer Park resident Leonard Ricciardi, age 61, in a 2013 Jeep coming in the opposite direction on Long Island Avenue. T…
Long Island Woman Fatally Stabs Ex-Boyfriend's Mother, Police Say Long Island Woman Fatally Stabs Ex-Boyfriend's Mother, Police Say Long Island Woman Fatally Stabs Ex-Boyfriend's Mother, Police Say
Long Island Woman Fatally Stabs Ex-Boyfriend's Mother, Police Say A Long Island woman has been apprehended after police say she stabbed her ex-boyfriend and his mother, who died from injuries sustained in the incident. The incident happened Thursday, Dec. 23 in Deer Park when Shaquela Titley, age 30, first stabbed her ex-boyfriend's mother, 85-year-old Marie Mille, to death at Mille's residence at 169 Smith Street, Suffolk County Police said.  Mille’s son, Joseph Mille then returned to the home and Titley stabbed him, police said.  Joseph Mille, age 47, fled and called 911 from a neighbor's home at approximately 12:20 p.m., according to po…
Police Search For Man Accused Of Using Stolen Credit Card Info At Suffolk County Stores Police Search For Man Accused Of Using Stolen Credit Card Info At Suffolk County Stores Police Search For Man Accused Of Using Stolen Credit Card Info At Suffolk County Stores
Police Search For Man Accused Of Using Stolen Credit Card Info At Suffolk County Stores Police are searching for a man accused of using stolen credit card information at multiple Long Island stores. On Sunday, Oct. 31, at about noon, a woman reported that an unknown person used her credit card information to make purchases at stores in Bohemia, Deer Park and Bay Shore, according to the Suffolk County Police Department.  The purchases totaled about $265, police said. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-220-TIPS.
Three Officers Hospitalized After Rescuing Dog From Long Island House Fire Three Officers Hospitalized After Rescuing Dog From Long Island House Fire Three Officers Hospitalized After Rescuing Dog From Long Island House Fire
Three Officers Hospitalized After Rescuing Dog From Long Island House Fire Three fast-acting police officers on Long Island were hospitalized for smoke inhalation after diving head-first into a fire to rescue a dog trapped inside an area home. First responders were dispatched to a Homer Avenue home in Deer Park at approximately 11:45 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 13, where there was a report of a dog trapped after a house fire broke out. Upon arrival, police said that officers found “thick, black smoke coming from the home,” and a resident informed them that a dog and cat were still inside the residence. Suffolk County Police Officers Zakary Goldbach, Joaquin Castillo, a…
Where To Find Christmas Lights Displays On Long Island Where To Find Christmas Lights Displays On Long Island Where To Find Christmas Lights Displays On Long Island
Where To Find Christmas Lights Displays On Long Island Some Long Islanders have gone all out with their Christmas lights displays this year.  Here are some spots you can check out if you're looking to brighten your night -- literally. The Colby Christmas House: This carnival scene and Santa's workshop display, located on Colby Drive in Kings Park, will be open through the month of December. This year, the owners are accepting donations to Long Island Cares Food Bank. Lights to a Beat: This spot is one to check out if you're looking for a music and lights show. The house is located at 4 Lincoln St. in Garden City and hosts shows from 5 p.m. to…
Long Island Eatery Cited For 'Fresh, Delicious' Pizza Keeps Its Customers Coming Back Long Island Eatery Cited For 'Fresh, Delicious' Pizza Keeps Its Customers Coming Back Long Island Eatery Cited For 'Fresh, Delicious' Pizza Keeps Its Customers Coming Back
Long Island Eatery Cited For 'Fresh, Delicious' Pizza Keeps Its Customers Coming Back A Long Island pizzeria that opened in the spring has been praised by reviewers for its selection of freshly-made pies.  Miseno Pizza opened its doors in Deer Park in June. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miseno Pizza (@misenopizza) The restaurant is located at 2128 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. Reviewers on Yelp have shouted out the pizzeria's menu offerings. "absoutely fresh and delicious!!!" Michelle L., of Deer Park, wrote in a review. "miseno pizza is serious business!!! not your typical pizza place!!! personal service!!! e…
Wanted Fugitive Apprehended On Long Island After Nationwide Search Wanted Fugitive Apprehended On Long Island After Nationwide Search Wanted Fugitive Apprehended On Long Island After Nationwide Search
Wanted Fugitive Apprehended On Long Island After Nationwide Search A man wanted on Long Island for several weeks on multiple warrants has been apprehended following a nationwide search, law enforcement authorities announced. On Monday, Oct. 18, a warrant was issued for Deer Park resident Robert Rogers, Jr., age 33, who failed to appear in court on multiple occasions following a pair of arrests for felony driving while intoxicated with previous convictions. Rogers was wanted out of the Suffolk County First District Court on a felony bench warrant after failing to appear in court on multiple charges, including: Felony DWI with two previous convictions in …
Long Island Man Convicted Of Murder, Narcotics Distribution, Sex Trafficking Long Island Man Convicted Of Murder, Narcotics Distribution, Sex Trafficking Long Island Man Convicted Of Murder, Narcotics Distribution, Sex Trafficking
Long Island Man Convicted Of Murder, Narcotics Distribution, Sex Trafficking A Long Island Bloods gang member faces life in prison after being found guilty of murder, forcible rape, sex trafficking, and drug possession, among other offenses during a four-week trial. Lawrence Lewis, also known as “L Boogs,” age 38, of Claverton, was convicted Tuesday, Nov. 9, for the 2017 murder of John Birt, the forcible rape and sex trafficking of a Suffolk County woman, racketeering, multiple firearms offenses, narcotics possession and distribution, and witness tampering, according to the US Attorney's Office. As proven at trial, between April 2004 and June 2019, Lewis, as a membe…
Woman Struck, Killed By Compact SUV At Long Island Parking Lot Woman Struck, Killed By Compact SUV At Long Island Parking Lot Woman Struck, Killed By Compact SUV At Long Island Parking Lot
Woman Struck, Killed By Compact SUV At Long Island Parking Lot An investigation is underway after a woman was struck and killed by a compact SUV at a Long Island parking lot. The incident happened around 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13 in Deer Park. Anita Levitt, age 80, of Deer Park, was parked in a handicapped parking space in front of 1944 Deer Park Ave. when she lost control of her 2020 Toyota Rav4, hopped two curbs and entered the rear parking lot of 1948 Deer Park Ave., Suffolk County Police said. She then struck Mary Ferrara, 85, of Deer Park, who was standing outside her 2010 Ford Fusion, according to police.  The Toyota continue…
Alert Issued For Two Missing Teens On Long Island Who May Be Together Alert Issued For Two Missing Teens On Long Island Who May Be Together Alert Issued For Two Missing Teens On Long Island Who May Be Together
Alert Issued For Two Missing Teens On Long Island Who May Be Together Updated story: Missing Suffolk County Cousins Found Safe, Unharmed Seen them? The Missing Persons Clearinghouse has issued an alert for two missing teenage family members who have not been seen for several days and may be traveling together. Alexandria Patricia Baca-Funes, age 13, was reported missing after last being seen on Bay Shore Avenue in Bay Shore at approximately 11 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 20, Suffolk County Police announced Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 21. She is believed to be on foot, and officials cautioned that she may be suicidal and in need of medical attention. It i…
Four Teens Nabbed For String Of Burglaries At Suffolk County Businesses, Police Say Four Teens Nabbed For String Of Burglaries At Suffolk County Businesses, Police Say Four Teens Nabbed For String Of Burglaries At Suffolk County Businesses, Police Say
Four Teens Nabbed For String Of Burglaries At Suffolk County Businesses, Police Say Four teens have been arrested in connection with a series of burglaries at Long Island businesses in the past week. The Suffolk County Police Department reported that officers responded to a report of a group of teens trying to break into Cell Phone Resurrection, located at 239 Deer Park Ave. in Babylon, at about 4:40 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 21. While canvassing the area, officers found a 2011 Hyundai Tucson entering the parking lot at 1906 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. Police said the SUV was occupied by the four teens, and officers also saw a brick, multiple cell phones and boxes …
Wrong-Way Long Island Driver Charged With DWI After Crashing Into Building Wrong-Way Long Island Driver Charged With DWI After Crashing Into Building Wrong-Way Long Island Driver Charged With DWI After Crashing Into Building
Wrong-Way Long Island Driver Charged With DWI After Crashing Into Building A driver was allegedly drunk when he sideswiped a car before crashing into an apartment building on Long Island, police said. The incident happened at approximately 10:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 23 in North Babylon. The 29-year-old man was driving a 2003 Ford E250 van north on Deer Park Avenue in the southbound lanes near Edmonton Drive, Suffolk County Police said. The driver then sideswiped a Nissan Altima before veering into a building on Springwood Drive, according to police. Upon arrival, officers said that the driver, identified as Aliro Palaciostobar, of Deer Park, was allegedly i…