Crime

According to the Suffolk District Attorney, Michael Khodorkovskiy, 45, of Brooklyn, was sentenced to 10 years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision after pleading guilty in April to Criminal Sale of a Controlled…
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Suffolk County Police arrested Brian Woehr, 40, of Lindenhurst for possession of child pornography and promoting a sexual performance of a child. Woehr was ordered held on $1.5 million cash bail, $5 million bond, or a $15 million…
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By midday, the lockout was lifted for all schools except the high school, which remained under a modified lockout for the rest of the day. A police presence was maintained at the high school through dismissal to ensure safety. File photo:…
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House Republican Leadership Chair Elise Stefanik released a statement condemning Governor Kathy Hochul and Albany Democrats for their inclusion of a taxpayer-funded slush fund in the New York State budget to defend Attorney General Letitia…
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According to the Suffolk DA, prior to this incident, Jonathan Redar, 33, of Miller Place, had multiple felony convictions, including third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance in 2016 and attempted second-degree assault in…
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Prosecutors allege that over two decades, Sean "Diddy" Combs operated a criminal enterprise leveraging his entertainment businesses to exploit women. The indictment details coercive practices, including orchestrating events referred to as…
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Alcatraz, located on an island in San Francisco Bay, operated as a federal penitentiary from 1934 to 1963. It was known for housing the nations most notorious criminals. The prison was closed due to high operating costs and deteriorating…
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Russell “Merc” Defreitas, 55, of Holbrook was arrested on March 11, 2023, while staying at another hotel. Search warrants executed at his hotel room, trailer in Holbrook, and vehicle led to the seizure of cocaine, fentanyl, two loaded…
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These ongoing legal issues coincide with Cosby's financial troubles, including foreclosure proceedings on two of his New York City townhouses. The combination of legal and financial challenges continues to impact the 87-year-old's…
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New York Attorney General Letitia James has been formally referred to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for potential criminal prosecution related to alleged mortgage fraud. The Federal Housing Finance Agency alleges her misrepresentations…
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The body, whose identity and cause of death have not yet been disclosed, was located deep in the wooded preserve following information provided by the suspect. The FBI has not yet confirmed whether the Jericho investigation will result in…
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Prosecutors allege Rabanales Pretzantzin slapped the 2-month-old in the face, punched her in the stomach repeatedly and picked her up and shook her violently. Image credit: Nassau County Police Department. INWOOD, NY - ​A 20-year-old…
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Attorney General Pam Bondi emphasized the administration's commitment to dismantling MS-13, stating that under President Trump's leadership, efforts will persist until the organization is completely dismantled and its members are…
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Jasmin faces charges including three counts of Assault in the 2nd Degree, Criminal Mischief in the 2nd Degree, Criminal Trespass in the 3rd Degree, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the 3rd Degree. His arraignment was scheduled for…
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The Long Island serial killer case came to light in 2010 when Shannan Gilbert, a 23-year-old escort, disappeared after a frantic 911 call in Oak Beach, New York. Her disappearance led authorities to discover the remains of multiple young…
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18-year-old Jeremias Ferrufino-Rodriguez of Hempstead (left) was arrested and charged with second-degree murder and two counts of second-degree criminal possession of a weapon. Subsequently, 20-year-old Brayan Pineda of Elmont was arrested…
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Nassau County Police have released surveillance images of a woman and a red Honda Accord linked to an assault outside a Walgreens in Uniondale on December 20, 2024. The suspect is described as a Black female with short black hair, wearing…
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​Court appearances for the individuals indicted in the Suffolk County vehicle theft ring are scheduled to take place at the Suffolk County Court in Riverhead, New York. Specific dates for each defendant's appearance can be found in the…
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According to Suffolk County Polic, the body of 27-year-old Carlos Lopez from Central Islip was discovered on a beach in Blue Point, Long Island. passerby found Lopez around 6:30 a.m. near the shore at the end of Blue Point Avenue and…
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Dwayne Jones, 46, of Central Islip (right), was sentenced to four to eight years in prison after he and his co-defendant, Randy Woods, 38, of Wyandanch, pleaded guilty for stealing tires and rims from 114 vehicles during the course of more…
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Philip Walker, 58, of Mastic, pleaded guilty to Manslaughter in the First Degree, for stabbing his housemate, 63-year-old Jimmy Vaughn, three times with a knife. During the attack, Walker fatally pierced the victim’s heart. Image: Office…
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Prosecutors allege that the self-proclaimed animal sanctuary failed to provide adequate food, water, shelter, and veterinary care to numerous animals, including cows, goats, horses, pigs, sheep, a mule, and an alpaca. Image credit: Suffolk…
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Following an investigation, authorities determined that 28-year-old Christian Velasquez-Galeano, had been driving under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash. He was taken into custody without incident. Image: Nassau County…
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Amandeep Singh, 36, of Roslyn, was sentenced to between eight and 25 years behind bars in Nassau County Court on Friday, Feb. 7. It followed his guilty plea to aggravated vehicular homicide in the deaths of two tens. Photo Credit: Nassau…
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East Hampton officials say they will not enforce federal immigration laws, emphasizing that undocumented workers, including maids, landscapers, and nannies, are not at risk of deportation by local authorities. The department's role is to…
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According to the Nassau County District Attorney, Alvin Tirado of Far Rockaway was sentenced to jail last week for antisemitic hate crimes in Long Island. Photo courtesy of the Nassau County Police Department. CEDARHURST, NY - In…
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According to Nassau County Detectives Jonathan Louissaint is charged with Burglary,, two counts of Assault, Robbery, two counts of Attempted Robbery, Grand Larceny, Reckless Endangerment, two counts of Attempted Grand Larceny, Criminal…
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Alan Anderson, 60, of Oakdale, was sentenced to 10 months in jail for possessing and submitting 12 forged doctor notes to his employer to avoid having to appear for work. OAKDALE, NY - According to authorities, Alan Anderson, a…
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Admissions were linked to long-standing illegal gambling operations in Brooklyn and Long Island, which involved betting parlors and other covert gambling activities. In April 2024, Salvatore Rubino, known as “Sal the…
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Nassau County Police Department continues to investigate the recent stabbing, urging any witnesses or individuals with information to come forward. File photo: Leonard Zhukovsky, licensed. VALLEY STREAM, NY - A 17-year-old male has…
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