Suffolk County District Attorney's Office News
Suffolk County District Attorney's Office News
Suffolk County DA announces indictments after seizing dangerous opioid carfentanil
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the indictment of four individuals in connection with a narcotics distribution network involving carfentanil, fentanyl, and cocaine. The suspects, identified as John Sims, Tyeisha Kisswani, Robert Day, and Adrian Spooner, face charges including the criminal sale of controlled substances following a long-term investigation by the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office Gang Task Force.
Coram man sentenced for weapon and drug possession
David Wilson, a 42-year-old resident of Coram, has been sentenced to ten years in prison and five years of post-release supervision. The sentencing follows his guilty plea in April to charges of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney made the announcement on October 2, 2024.
East Northport man pleads guilty to child sexual abuse charges
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Dakota Rose, a 25-year-old resident of East Northport, has pleaded guilty to charges related to the sexual abuse of a toddler and the creation of child pornography. Rose admitted guilt to charges of Use of a Child in a Sexual Performance and Sexual Abuse in the First Degree.
Bay Shore man sentenced up to three decades for kidnapping ex-girlfriend
Holmark Garces, 35, from Bay Shore, has been sentenced to 27 to 30 years in prison for kidnapping his ex-girlfriend at knifepoint and other related charges. The sentencing follows a jury's guilty verdict on several counts including kidnapping and criminal possession of a weapon.
Huntington Station man sentenced for fatal drunk driving crash
Leo Flores-Gracias, 26, of Huntington Station, has been sentenced to 4 to 12 years in prison for his involvement in a fatal drunk driving incident. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the sentencing after Flores-Gracias pleaded guilty to charges including Aggravated Vehicular Homicide.
Mastic Beach resident pleads guilty to manslaughter and robbery charges
David Trent, a 19-year-old from Mastic Beach, has pleaded guilty to manslaughter and other charges related to a fatal shooting outside the Minx Nightclub in Farmingville and an armed robbery of a Lyft driver in Wading River. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the plea.
Seven employees arrested for illegal sale and possession of controlled substances
Seven employees of the Claros Variedades convenience store chain in Suffolk County have been arrested and charged with multiple felony counts related to the illegal sale and possession of controlled substances. The individuals, ROXANA RAMOS ARGUETA, XENIA MIRANDA RODRIGUEZ, KEVIN CLAROS, IDENCIS CHAVEZ-GAMES, ANNA GRISELDA RIVERA, TERESA RAMOS CLAROS, and YESICA CLAROS RAMOS were arraigned on charges of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree.
Bay Shore man pleads guilty to illegal disposal of hazardous waste
Carleton Pulley, a 48-year-old resident of Bay Shore, has pleaded guilty to charges of Endangering Public Health, Safety, or the Environment in the Second Degree. The plea follows his illegal disposal of hazardous waste and old tires at the former Pilgrim State Psychiatric Center in April 2023.
Bay Shore man pleads guilty to illegal disposal of hazardous waste
Carleton Pulley, a 48-year-old resident of Bay Shore, has pleaded guilty to Endangering Public Health, Safety, or the Environment in the Second Degree. This plea follows his illegal disposal of hazardous waste and old tires at the former Pilgrim State Psychiatric Center in April 2023.
Mastic woman pleads guilty after dog mauls toddler
Amy Willi, a 45-year-old resident of Mastic, has pleaded guilty to Reckless Endangerment in the Second Degree following an incident where her dog, Kojo, mauled a two-year-old boy and attacked the child's uncle. The announcement was made by Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney.
North Babylon man indicted for attempting robbery during cleaning service hire
Christopher Doran, a 66-year-old resident of North Babylon, has been indicted for Attempted Robbery in the First Degree and related charges. The indictment follows allegations that Doran attempted to rob a woman he had hired to clean his apartment.
Holtsville woman indicted for alleged car theft and bank robbery
Nina Cahill, a 42-year-old resident of Holtsville, has been indicted on multiple charges, including Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree. The indictment follows allegations that she stole a vehicle, used it to rob a bank, and led police on two car chases, one of which resulted in the injury of a Suffolk highway patrol officer.
Brooklyn man found guilty of second-degree murder for shooting during attempted robbery
Basheer Vinson, 29, of Brooklyn, has been found guilty of second-degree murder and other charges in connection with a 2020 attempted robbery and shooting that resulted in the death of Mark Birthwright, 26, of Bay Shore. The verdict was announced by Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney following a jury trial.
East Hampton man indicted for knifepoint kidnapping and robbery
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced today that Darius Petty, 34, of East Hampton, has been indicted on three counts of Kidnapping in the Second Degree and other related charges for allegedly kidnapping and robbing three individuals at knifepoint.
Huntington Station man indicted for corpse concealment
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced today that Ronald Schroeder, 41, of Huntington Station, has been indicted for Concealment of a Human Corpse following the discovery of Seikeya Jones' body inside a suitcase in Huntington Station.
Lindenhurst man pleads guilty to murdering wife
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced today that Ryszard Murawski, 44, of Lindenhurst, has pleaded guilty to Murder in the Second Degree for fatally stabbing his wife, Wioleta Murawski, in her backyard in January.
Gilgo Beach Task Force releases new details on unidentified homicide victim
The Gilgo Beach Task Force has released new information regarding a homicide victim known as "Asian Doe." The announcement, made on September 16, 2024, aims to shed light on the identity and circumstances surrounding the victim.
Gilgo Beach Task Force releases new details about unidentified homicide victim
The Gilgo Beach Task Force has released new information regarding a homicide victim referred to as "Asian Doe." The details include the clothing items found on the victim, which are a 'Chrysantheme' blue ribbed short-sleeve shirt with a crew neck, a 'Rafaella' brand shirt, and 'Bill Blass' pants and bra.
Bay Shore man faces additional sex trafficking charges after new victim comes forward
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced today that Danny St. Louis, 43, of Bay Shore, has been indicted on three counts of sex trafficking and other related charges for the alleged commercial sexual exploitation of an additional female victim. St. Louis is already facing 28 felony and misdemeanor charges on a separate indictment for alleged sex trafficking and other offenses.
Islip Terrace man pleads guilty to manslaughter; wife admits hindering prosecution
Eduardo Vega, 58, of Islip Terrace, has pleaded guilty to Manslaughter in the First Degree for fatally stabbing his son-in-law, Roshane McLaren, 34. The incident occurred in the driveway of their home. Vega's wife and co-defendant, Tanya Denis, 48, also from Islip Terrace, pleaded guilty to Hindering Prosecution in the Third Degree for her involvement.
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Ward Melville's Athletic Trainer Wins Alumni Award
Ward Melville's Athletic Trainer and Science Teacher Claudine Weiner recently was awarded the Outstanding Alumni Award from Stony Brook University.
Coach Desi Honored
This weekend the Suffolk County Baseball Coaches Association honored legendary Coach Al Desiderio.