A Patchogue man was sentenced to 27 years to life in prison after being convicted of multiple counts of predatory sexual assault and related charges, Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced.
Gary Conyers, 59, was found guilty following a jury trial stemming from a series of violent attacks that occurred between October and December 2023. Prosecutors said Conyers targeted six women, luring them into his car or home with promises of drugs, money, or basic necessities. Once isolated, he used or threatened the use of a knife to force the victims to perform oral sex against their will.
Evidence presented at trial showed that several victims were physically injured during the assaults. Prosecutors said Conyers slashed one woman in the neck, stabbed another in the face, and strangled a third with her scarf until she lost consciousness. Authorities said the victims were particularly vulnerable due to addiction and poverty, making them easier targets for exploitation and violence.
“We recognize the lasting trauma that sexual assault inflicts on survivors, and we remain committed to ensuring that all victims are treated with dignity, respect, and support throughout the justice process,” Tierney said in a statement. He also praised the Suffolk County Police Department and Sheriff’s Office for their work and encouraged victims to report such crimes.
Conyers was arrested on May 27, 2024, following a joint investigation by the District Attorney’s Office, Suffolk County Police Department, and the Sheriff’s Office. On March 18, 2026, a jury convicted him of multiple felony counts.
State Supreme Court Justice Timothy P. Mazzei imposed the sentence on April 21, 2026. Conyers was represented by defense attorney Scott Gross today.