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Bellport Man Charged in Fatal Sunrise Crash
A Bellport man has been arrested and charged with driving while ability impaired by drugs after police say he fatally struck a pedestrian on the eastbound Sunrise Highway Service Road in Bay Shore.
Suffolk Police Bust International Human Trafficking Ring
Suffolk County Police arrested a Bronx man for his alleged role in an international human trafficking ring that investigators say brought victims into Suffolk County over a three-year period.
Suffolk Sheriff Reports Major Crackdown on Ghost Plates
Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon Jr. announced the results of a six-month enforcement effort targeting illegal “ghost” license plates, reporting more than 1,000 summonses and nearly 60 arrests since the county joined a multi-agency task force last summer.
Suffolk DA Seeks Help Identifying Jane Doe Victims
In recognition of National Missing Persons Day, Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney is renewing a call for the public’s help in identifying multiple sets of unidentified human remains connected to long-unsolved homicide investigations.
Suffolk Police Sergeant Seriously Hurt in Shirley Crash
The collision occurred at approximately 12:55 p.m. on Tuesday, February 3rd, at the intersection of William Floyd Parkway and Ridgewood Drive.
Suffolk Law Targets Hotels in Human Trafficking Fight
Suffolk County Legislator Chad Lennon highlighted the enforcement impact of a newly enacted local law aimed at strengthening oversight of hotels and motels as part of the county’s ongoing effort to combat human trafficking.
DWI Arrest After Fatal Crash
A Hauppauge man was arrested on a charge of driving while intoxicated following a fatal crash in Saint James, Suffolk County Police said.
Ridge Man Pleads Guilty to Killing Ex-Girlfriend in Moriches
James Quininchetta of Ridge pleaded guilty Thursday to murdering his former girlfriend, Rebecca Roth, outside her Moriches apartment complex, Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney said.
Hit-and-Run Crash in Shirley Leaves One Dead, Another Hurt
A hit-and-run crash on William Floyd Parkway in Shirley Thursday evening left one man dead and another seriously injured, Suffolk County Police said.
Pedestrian Killed in Route 347 Crash Identified
Police have identified the pedestrian killed in a car crash on Route 347 in Lake Grove as Elizabeth Jensen, 46, who was described as undomiciled, meaning she was homeless or did not have a permanent address.
Dark Web Drug Dealer Gets 15 Years in Prison
A Centereach woman who operated a large-scale narcotics business on the dark web under the name “MamaKnowsBrown” has been sentenced to 15 years in prison
Suffolk DA: Five Indicted in Violent Motorcycle Gang Melee
Five men allegedly affiliated with rival motorcycle clubs have been indicted on gang assault and related charges stemming from a violent midday confrontation that erupted along Sunrise Highway in Lindenhurst in September 2025
Nine Alleged Lowndes Block Gang Members Indicted in Suffolk
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced a 53-count indictment charging nine alleged members and associates of the Lowndes Block Gang
DA: Three Home Health Aides Stole $173K From Elderly Woman
Three home health aides have been arrested and charged with stealing nearly $173,000 from an 84-year-old woman they were paid to care for, Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney announced.
Suffolk Deputies Seize Two Ghost Guns
Suffolk County sheriff’s deputies recovered two illegal, non-serialized firearms during separate incidents, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
Bayport Man Arrested for Child Pornography Charges
Suffolk County Police have arrested a Bayport man on felony charges related to the possession and promotion of child pornography, authorities said.
Cops Cuff Caregiver After Claiming He Slapped Disabled Child
A trusted caregiver hired to protect a severely disabled child is now accused of turning violent inside a quiet Port Jefferson home, in a disturbing case that has sparked outrage across Suffolk County.
Five Arrested in Suffolk Vape Sales to Underage Buyers
Suffolk County Police arrested five people during an undercover compliance operation targeting the illegal sale of flavored vape products to people under the age of 21, authorities announced.
Feds Seek Death Penalty for Gangmember Farmingdale Slayer
U.S. Attorney Joseph Nocella filed a notice on Dec. 4th to seek the death penalty against Kendrick Seymore, 22, of Coram, who was indicted for killing three in Farmingdale.
Nesconset Teen Indicted in Murder of Sayville Ex-Girlfriend
Nesconset teenager Austin Lynch, 18, was charged with Murder in the Second Degree for the fatal Thanksgiving-week shooting of his ex-girlfriend, 18-year-old Emily Finn of Sayville.
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Floyd Lacrosse Catches Fire
The William Floyd Colonials girls lacrosse team has caught fire offensively and now rides a three-game winning streak after a slow start to the season. Things did not begin ideally for the Colonials, who opened the year with an 0-2 record. Since then, however, William Floyd has completely turned things around and emerged as one of the most dangerous offensive teams in Suffolk County.