BETHPAGE, N.Y. – Nassau County Police have arrested a North Massapequa man accused of robbing a TD Bank branch in Bethpage Monday afternoon.
According to detectives, the incident occurred at approximately 2:18 p.m. on October 6, 2025, when Philip V. Ferrito Jr., 44, of Margaret Road, North Massapequa, entered TD Bank located at 145 Stewart Avenue.
Police say Ferrito approached a teller and handed over a note demanding cash. Fearing for his safety, the teller complied with the demand, and the suspect fled the scene shortly afterward.
Following an investigation by the Major Case Squad, detectives identified Ferrito as the suspect and took him into custody without incident.
Ferrito is charged with Robbery in the Third Degree and was arraigned on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at First District Court, 99 Main Street, Hempstead.
Robbery – Bethpage
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Defendant | Philip V. Ferrito Jr. |
| Age | 44 |
| Residence | 26 Margaret Road, North Massapequa, NY |
| Date/Time of Incident | October 6, 2025 – 2:18 p.m. |
| Location | Bethpage, Nassau County |
| Bank | TD Bank, 145 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage |
| Charges | Robbery in the Third Degree |
| Arrest Outcome | Apprehended without incident |
| Arraignment Date | October 7, 2025 |
| Court | First District Court, 99 Main Street, Hempstead |
Q&A: Robbery in Bethpage
What is Robbery in the Third Degree?
Under New York Penal Law §160.05, Robbery in the Third Degree occurs when a person forcibly steals property without using or displaying a weapon. It is classified as a Class D felony, carrying a potential sentence of up to 7 years in state prison.
Did the suspect use a weapon?
Police did not report that Ferrito displayed a weapon during the incident. The robbery was carried out through a written note demanding cash, which still qualifies as a forcible act under New York law.
Was anyone injured?
No injuries were reported. The bank teller complied with the demand and was unharmed.
Where is the case being handled?
Ferrito was arraigned at the First District Court in Hempstead, which oversees felony arraignments and preliminary hearings for Nassau County cases.
What happens next?
The case will proceed through the Nassau County criminal court system, where prosecutors will present evidence and determine whether the charges proceed to a grand jury indictment.
