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Duo Charged After Altercation In East Rockaway Starts With Dog Attacking Officer: Police Duo Charged After Altercation In East Rockaway Starts With Dog Attacking Officer: Police
Duo Charged After Altercation In East Rockaway Starts With Dog Attacking Officer: Police Two men are facing a host of charges after an altercation with police that began when a dog attacked an officer in an overnight incident on Long Island, according to authorities. Officers responded to a disturbance call on Maxwell Street in East Rockaway at around 7 p.m. Friday, April 19. After speaking to Robert Battaglia, age 25, outside of his residence, Nassau County Police said he went back inside the home and failed to secure his pit bull while entering.  The dog ran out of the residence and attacked the responding officer, biting his right leg.  To protect himself, the of…
Livingston Manor Man Charged With Robbery Of Gas Station Livingston Manor Man Charged With Robbery Of Gas Station
Livingston Manor Man Charged With Robbery Of Gas Station A 38-year-old man from the region was charged with the alleged robbery of a gas station and attempted robbery of a dollar store.  Sullivan County resident Ollen Eck III, of Livingston Manor, was charged on Tuesday, April 9, for the Saturday, March 16 robbery of the Sunoco gas station, and the attempted robbery of the Dollar General, both in Livingston Manor on Monday, March 18, according to the New York State Police.  Following his arrest, Eck was remanded to the Sullivan County Jail. State Police were assisted by the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office and the Village of Monticello…
20-Year-Old Sentenced For 'Inexcusable, Senseless' Uniondale Murder 20-Year-Old Sentenced For 'Inexcusable, Senseless' Uniondale Murder
20-Year-Old Sentenced For 'Inexcusable, Senseless' Uniondale Murder A 20-year-old who was convicted of murdering a man during an attempted robbery on Long Island has been sentenced to spend the next quarter of a century behind bars, authorities announced. Kyle Colthirst, of Uniondale, faced his sentence of 25 years to life on Tuesday, April 2, according to the Nassau County District Attorney. Colthirst was 18 years old when, on November 10, 2021, he and three other people allegedly lured 24-year-old Kyle Midtlyng to his death. Original Story: Two Teens Charged With Murder After Man Found Dead On Long Island Roadway According to the DA’s Office, …
Burglar, 18, Kicks Officers After Stealing Bicycle In Arlington, Police Say Burglar, 18, Kicks Officers After Stealing Bicycle In Arlington, Police Say
Burglar, 18, Kicks Officers After Stealing Bicycle In Arlington, Police Say An 18-year-old Arlington woman was arrested for assaulting police after stealing a bicycle from a home, authorities said. Angelita Lopez broke into a home on the 1700 block of S. Walter Reed Drive around 7:15 p.m. on March 17, where she was confronted by one victim, county police said. Lopez stole a bicycle then fled the scene. A second victim found Lopez and the bike on 18th Street S. and S. Monroe Street and approached her, police said.  Lopez subsequently assaulted the victim, tried to steal his jewelry, damaged a watch and struck him with a bottle, police said. She …
Seen Him? Attempted Gas Station Robbery Suspect Wanted In Toms River Seen Him? Attempted Gas Station Robbery Suspect Wanted In Toms River
Seen Him? Attempted Gas Station Robbery Suspect Wanted In Toms River Toms River police are looking for a man who attacked a convenience store employee in an attempted robbery, authorities said. Officers were called to the Speedway gas station on Route 37 East at around 3:28 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 28, the Toms River Police Department said in a news release. The suspect wearing a ski mask went into the store, walked behind the counter, and tried to open a safe. Google Maps The man then fought with the employee and grabbed at his waist "as if he had a weapon." The employee tried to call 911 but was assaulted by the suspect. During the fight, the employee pa…
Rifle, Handguns Seized From Suspect After Failed Robbery In Anne Arundel County: Police Rifle, Handguns Seized From Suspect After Failed Robbery In Anne Arundel County: Police
Rifle, Handguns Seized From Suspect After Failed Robbery In Anne Arundel County: Police A botched robbery led to the seizure of several firearms in Maryland over the weekend, police said. Michael Richard Paul Harding, 25, approached a 32-year-old man on the 5500 block of Belle Grove Road in Brooklyn and demanded money on Saturday, Feb. 24 around 3:30 p.m., Anne Arundel County Police said. Harding allegedly “attempted to go through the victim’s pockets” but eventually stopped as the victim took out his cell phone to call for help. Police say Harding then threatened the victim by lifting up his shirt and revealing a handgun in his waistband before fleeing. He was identified w…
'Armed, Dangerous' Man At Large Following Fatal Shooting Of 19-Year-Old In Ashburn: Sheriff 'Armed, Dangerous' Man At Large Following Fatal Shooting Of 19-Year-Old In Ashburn: Sheriff
'Armed, Dangerous' Man At Large Following Fatal Shooting Of 19-Year-Old In Ashburn: Sheriff Seen him?  The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in tracking down Rashaun Owens, who is wanted in connection to the Valentine's Day murder of 19-year-old Michai Dandridge-Carter outside an Ashburn apartment complex. 44400 block of Keller Square in Ashburn Google Maps street view Dandridge-Carter was identified by the sheriff's office as the person found with a fatal gunshot wound outside the Ashburn Meadows complex last week. According to a spokesperson for the Loudoun County Sherif's office, shortly before 7:20 p.m. on Feb. 14, deputies were calle…
Would-Be Armed Supermarket Robbers Bail Before Garwood Officers Arrived: Cops Would-Be Armed Supermarket Robbers Bail Before Garwood Officers Arrived: Cops
Would-Be Armed Supermarket Robbers Bail Before Garwood Officers Arrived: Cops Garwood police are looking for two men who attempted to rob a Kings Supermarket on the evening of Wednesday, Dec. 13. Two Black men, between 40 to 50 years old, wearing surgical masks and dark clothing entered the store after hours, police said.  When confronted by an employee, one of the suspects pulled out a firearm, police said. The suspects fled the scene before police arrived and did not take anything, police said. Anyone with information is asked to e-mail detective@garwood.org or call the police desk at 908-789-1500.
Wanted Armed Robber Threatened Hospital Staff at INOVA Fairfax Hospital, Police Say Wanted Armed Robber Threatened Hospital Staff at INOVA Fairfax Hospital, Police Say
Wanted Armed Robber Threatened Hospital Staff at Inova Fairfax Hospital, Police Say It's been a busy week for Shaka Barnes in Virginia after he was implicated in an attempted robbery then threatened staff at INOVA Fairfax Hospital, police say. Barnes, 43, who has no fixed address, is in police custody following a small crime scene that saw him allegedly commit several offenses before he was ultimately apprehended by members of the Fairfax County Police Department. On Monday afternoon, it is alleged that Barnes approached a man inside a building in the 3200 block of Woodburn Road, whom he assaulted and attempted to rob at knifepoint, though his victim refused and Barnes fl…
Store Robbery Suspect Flees Cops, Crashes Into Schenectady Home, Police Say Store Robbery Suspect Flees Cops, Crashes Into Schenectady Home, Police Say
Store Robbery Suspect Flees Cops, Crashes Into Schenectady Home, Police Say A 39-year-old man is behind bars accused in a string of commercial burglaries in the region. Scott Vanbergen, of Saratoga County, was arrested Friday, Nov. 17, in connection with an attempted robbery at a Stewart’s Shops in Schenectady, located on McClellan Street. Officers were called after an employee pushed a panic alarm, according to Schenectady Police. The worker told officers that a man had attempted to steal the cash register but was unsuccessful. With a description of Vanbergen’s vehicle, police eventually located him in Schenectady. He reportedly fled when officers attempte…
Know Them? Suspects Try Taking Item From Victim After Online Sale In Norwalk, Police Say Know Them? Suspects Try Taking Item From Victim After Online Sale In Norwalk, Police Say
Know Them? Suspects Try Taking Item From Victim After Online Sale In Norwalk, Police Say Authorities in Connecticut are asking for the public's help in finding two attempted robbery suspects who tried forcefully taking an item from a victim after meeting up for a sale conducted over the Internet, police said. The Norwalk Police Detective Bureau is currently searching for two suspects in connection with an incident that happened in Fairfield County on Thursday, Aug. 3, the department announced on Wednesday, Nov. 8.  According to police, a victim was selling an item online and one of the suspects tried to physically take it from them after offering them fake currency. The su…
Domino's Driver Stabbed Protecting Co-Worker In Roxbury: Police Domino's Driver Stabbed Protecting Co-Worker In Roxbury: Police
Domino's Driver Stabbed Protecting Co-Worker In Roxbury: Police Police in Boston are investigating a stabbing near a Domino’s pizza restaurant in Roxbury that left one person with life-threatening injuries after they jumped into a fight to save a co-worker.  Officers responded to the area of 1400 Tremont St. around 1:30 a.m. and found a person bleeding from a stab wound.  They were rushed to a local hospital. Another Domino’s driver, who witnessed the incident, told CBS News that it started when a group of 10 young adults attacked a delivery driver and tried to steal his scooter. A different co-worker jumped in to defend the driver, only to…
East Islip Man Sentenced For Killing Bay Shore 31-Year-Old Outside Central Islip Restaurant East Islip Man Sentenced For Killing Bay Shore 31-Year-Old Outside Central Islip Restaurant
East Islip Man Sentenced For Killing Bay Shore 31-Year-Old Outside Central Islip Restaurant A Long Island man will spend at least 17 years behind bars after he was seen on camera killing a man outside of a restaurant. Ismael Rodriguez-Rosado, age 29, of East Islip, was sentenced on Friday, Oct. 20 to 17 years to life for the August 2021 murder of a 31-year-old Bay Shore man, the Suffolk County District Attorney announced. Earlier Report - Caught On Video: Suspect Admits Shooting 31-Year-Old To Death Outside Central Islip Restaurant The murder, which was captured on multiple surveillance videos, occurred in Central Islip on Aug. 2, 2021, outside of Mi Nuevo Encanto Restau…
Punches, Car Crash: Would-Be Robber Attacks Man In Troy Neighborhood Punches, Car Crash: Would-Be Robber Attacks Man In Troy Neighborhood
Punches, Car Crash: Would-Be Robber Attacks Man In Troy Neighborhood Police are investigating a late-night attempted robbery in the region that caused a minor car crash and left a man injured. The Rensselaer County incident happened just before midnight Wednesday, Oct. 11, in Troy’s Lansingburgh neighborhood, according to Troy Police. Detectives said the victim was sitting in his car near 6th Avenue and 103rd Street when a man approached and brandished a gun,  demanding his marijuana. The two men got into a fight and the suspect punched the victim several times, leaving him with minor injuries. During the scuffle, the victim’s car collided with anothe…
Foiled Robbery: 'Heavy Set' Culprit Flees After Targeting Riverhead Convenience Store Foiled Robbery: 'Heavy Set' Culprit Flees After Targeting Riverhead Convenience Store
Foiled Robbery: 'Heavy Set' Culprit Flees After Targeting Riverhead Convenience Store Police are investigating an attempted overnight robbery at a Long Island convenience store. The incident happened shortly before 3 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 9, in Riverhead, at a 7-Eleven store on Old Country Road, according to Riverhead Police. An employee told officers that a “heavy set” person entered the store wearing a mask and passed them a note demanding cash from the register. The clerk refused to give the suspect any money and the suspect fled on foot. Neither the employee nor any customers were injured. Police searched the area around the store but found no sign of the culprit. The…
Failed Knifepoint Robbery Lands Manassas Man In Custody Failed Knifepoint Robbery Lands Manassas Man In Custody
Failed Knifepoint Robbery Lands Manassas Man In Custody A 19-year-old man was being held without bond after police said he tried robbing a Manassas restaurant at knifepoint. Shane David Lucas went into Dona Bessy Pupuseria on Festival Lane around 7:35 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 2, armed with a knife, Prince William County police said. Lucas walked to the register where he brandished a knife and demanded money. When another employee intervened, Lucas fled the store without obtaining any money.  While investigating the incident, officers located the accused nearby and detained him without incident. No injuries were reported.  Lucas was …
Fill It Up: Robber Attempts To Use Cup During Botched Theft At Anne Arundel Gas Station: PD Fill It Up: Robber Attempts To Use Cup During Botched Theft At Anne Arundel Gas Station: PD
Fill It Up: Robber Attempts To Use Cup During Botched Theft At Anne Arundel Gas Station: PD A would-be burglar who needs to brush up on his skills is on the run after attempting to hold up an Anne Arundel gas station with a peculiar weapon, police say. During a strange stick-up at the Shell gas station on Nursery Road in Linthicum Heights this week, it is alleged that a suspect pulled out an empty cup and demanded that the clerk fill it with gas. According to police, at approximately 11:15 p.m. on Monday, July 3, officers from the Anne Arundel County Police Department were called to the station, where the clerk says a man walked into the store and requested cigarettes. Once at t…
Failed Bank Robber Nabbed At Pleasant Valley Home, Police Say Failed Bank Robber Nabbed At Pleasant Valley Home, Police Say
Failed Bank Robber Nabbed At Pleasant Valley Home, Police Say A Hudson Valley 26-year-old man has been charged with attempted robbery in an unsuccessful attempt to hold up a Chase Bank. Dutchess County resident Daimion Lowe, of Pleasant Valley, was arrested on Saturday, June 17 at his home, said New York State Police Trooper Steven Nevel. Troopers were dispatched by Dutchess County 911 to the Chase Bank on Main Street in Pleasant Valley for a robbery. The suspect later identified as Lowe, was unsuccessful in his attempt to rob the bank and fled on foot, Nevel said. Investigators were able to identify him and located him at his residence a short time…
Caught On Video: Suspect Admits Shooting 31-Year-Old To Death Outside Central Islip Restaurant Caught On Video: Suspect Admits Shooting 31-Year-Old To Death Outside Central Islip Restaurant
Caught On Video: Suspect Admits Shooting 31-Year-Old To Death Outside Central Islip Restaurant Nearly two years after a man was shot to death outside of a Long Island restaurant, the victim’s killer has confessed. Ismael Rodriguez-Rosado, age 29, of East Islip, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and other charges in Suffolk County Court on Monday, June 5, in the death of 31-year-old German Ariel Montes De Oca Ramirez in August 2021. According to the Suffolk County DA’s office, the two got into an altercation outside of the Mi Nueva Encanto Restaurant, located in Central Islip on Carleton Avenue, at around 1 a.m. on Aug. 2, 2021. Earlier Report: Suspect Nabbed In Fatal Shoo…
Woman Sexually Assaulted, Nearly Robbed By Stranger In Centreville Woman Sexually Assaulted, Nearly Robbed By Stranger In Centreville
Woman Sexually Assaulted, Nearly Robbed By Stranger In Centreville A composite sketch of the suspect who sexually assaulted and tried to rob a woman outside of her car in Fairfax County this week has been released by police. The woman said she was approached at the trunk of her car by a stranger at the intersection of Bay Valley Lane and Compton Lane in Centreville, around 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 24. He attempted to take her wallet and sexually assaulted her. The victim was able to fight the suspect off and contact the police. The suspect ran into nearby woods prior to police arrival. The victim sustained injuries that were non-life-threatening. …
Uniondale Man Goes On Wild Tirade At Restaurant, Injures Officer, Police Say Uniondale Man Goes On Wild Tirade At Restaurant, Injures Officer, Police Say
Uniondale Man Goes On Wild Tirade At Restaurant, Injures Officer, Police Say A Long Island man was arrested after he allegedly caused a scene at a restaurant by breaking a martini glass, slapping an employee, and attacking officers, attempting to grab one's gun.  The incident took place in Nassau County around 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 16 in Carle Place at the Fogo De Chao Brazilian Steakhouse.  According to Nassau County Police detectives, when officers responded to the restaurant they found David A. Meikle, 30, of Uniondale attempting to escape by running on the Meadowbrook State Parkway. Officers caught up to Meikle and when they attempted to p…
Man Stabbed In Attempted Robbery Near School In Mount Vernon, Officials Say Man Stabbed In Attempted Robbery Near School In Mount Vernon, Officials Say
Man Stabbed In Attempted Robbery Near School In Mount Vernon, Officials Say Authorities are searching for a suspect who stabbed a man repeatedly in an attempted robbery incident down the street from an elementary school in Westchester, officials said.  The incident happened on Tuesday, May 2 around 12:30 p.m., when Mount Vernon Police responded to a report of a man stabbed at 36 West Fifth St., down the street from Cecil H. Parker Elementary School, according to Mount Vernon Director of Communications Timothy Allen.  Once they arrived at the scene, police found 44-year-old Derek Fox of Yonkers suffering from stab wounds to his right arm and the right side…
Man Asking For Change Tries Robbing Victim At Train Station In Mamaroneck, Officials Say Man Asking For Change Tries Robbing Victim At Train Station In Mamaroneck, Officials Say
Man Asking For Change Tries Robbing Victim At Train Station In Mamaroneck, Officials Say A man was arrested after asking a victim for change and then allegedly trying to rob him for more money near a train station in Westchester, officials said.  The incident happened on Saturday, April 22 around 3 p.m. in the tunnel at the Mamaroneck Metro-North train station, according to MTA officials.  At the time of the incident, a man identified as 49-year-old Carlos Rosales asked an individual for money in the tunnel. The individual then gave Rosales 75 cents and told him it was all the money he had.  Rosales then allegedly continued to ask the victim for more money …
Children Arrested After Failed Robbery At Marley Station Mall Children Arrested After Failed Robbery At Marley Station Mall
Children Arrested After Failed Robbery At Marley Station Mall Two 13-year-old boys have been charged after trying to rob a victim in the parking lot of a Glen Burnie mall, authorities say. Anne Arundel County police were called to the Marley Station Mall around 3 p.m., Wednesday, April 5 after reports of an attempted robbery. When officers got to the scene, the victim advised them that two 13-year-old boys had approached them and demanded property with their hands over their waistbands as if they had guns. The victim reportedly told the teens he didn't have anything on him and walked toward the mall entrance and was followed by the suspects.  T…
Hero Marines Leap Into Action To Prevent Teen Stabbing At Stafford County Chick-fil-A Hero Marines Leap Into Action To Prevent Teen Stabbing At Stafford County Chick-fil-A
Hero Marines Leap Into Action To Prevent Teen Stabbing At Stafford County Chick-fil-A A group of heroic Marines proved over the weekend that “Semper Fidelis” is not just a slogan. Shortly before 1:45 p.m. on Saturday, April 1, members of the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office were called to Chick-fil-A on Dunn Drive after there was a reported disturbance involving three teens who got into an argument that rapidly went off the rails. During the assault, a spokesperson for the sheriff’s office said that one of the assailants pulled out a knife, at which point three nearby Marines put their training to use and diffused the situation. Officials say that they were able to separat…
Attempted Robbery: Levittown Teen Punches Victim In Face, Police Say Attempted Robbery: Levittown Teen Punches Victim In Face, Police Say
Attempted Robbery: Levittown Teen Punches Victim In Face, Police Say A Long Island teen was arrested after allegedly punching a victim in the face and demanding all of the person's money. The incident took place in Levittown around 5:40 p.m., Tuesday, March 28 on Drake Lane. According to Nassau County Police detectives, Ryan Romano, age 18, of Levittown, saw another teen, also 18, drive past his home and began to follow him. The victim drove to a friend’s home on Drake Lane in Levittown. When he arrived, Romano ran over to the victim's driver's side window and yelled at him to hand over all of his money, police said. Police said when the victim refused, Ro…
Sore Loser Shoots 2 At Pool Hall In Port Jefferson In Effort To Steal Money Back, DA Says Sore Loser Shoots 2 At Pool Hall In Port Jefferson In Effort To Steal Money Back, DA Says
Sore Loser Shoots 2 At Pool Hall In Port Jefferson In Effort To Steal Money Back, DA Says A gunman who opened fire on two men inside a Long Island pool hall was upset after losing multiple games and was set on stealing his money back, prosecutors said. Alexander Castillo, age 26, of the Bronx, was formally indicted on attempted murder and other charges in Suffolk County Court on Wednesday, March 15, stemming from the attack that occurred in Port Jefferson in December 2022. Castillo had been playing pool for hours at a pool hall on Main Street on Dec. 28, 2022, and became angry as his financial losses mounted, according to prosecutors. At around 7 p.m., he exited the pool hall a…
Two Shot Within An Hour In Separate Northeast Baltimore Shootings Two Shot Within An Hour In Separate Northeast Baltimore Shootings
Two Shot Within An Hour In Separate Northeast Baltimore Shootings A teen is recovering and a man is fighting for his life after two separate shootings took place in Northeast Baltimore around lunchtime, authorities announced. Around 12 p.m., Monday, March 13, detectives were called to a nearby hospital after a 16-year-old boy walked in with a gunshot injury to the hand, according to a Baltimore Police Department spokesperson. The teen was reportedly shot during an attempted robbery in the 5000 block of E. Preston Street. Just an hour later around 1 p.m., police were called to the 2600 block of Polk Street to investigate a second shooting. When officers …
Teller Refuses ‘Bomb’ Toting Robber’s Demands At Bay Shore Bank Teller Refuses ‘Bomb’ Toting Robber’s Demands At Bay Shore Bank
Teller Refuses ‘Bomb’ Toting Robber’s Demands At Bay Shore Bank A Long Island bank robber’s attempt at some fast cash didn’t quite go as planned, authorities said. Police were called at around 10:40 a.m. Monday, March 6, with reports of an attempted robbery at a Chase Bank in Bay Shore, located on East Main Street, according to Suffolk County Police. Detectives said 58-year-old Donald Klapak, who is homeless, entered the bank and handed a teller a note demanding cash. The note also indicated that Klapak had a bomb. Unfortunately for Klapan, the teller did not comply with his demands and he left the bank without any cash, according to police. No emplo…
Jury Convicts Gunman Of Attempted Murder In 2 Shootings In Albany Jury Convicts Gunman Of Attempted Murder In 2 Shootings In Albany
Jury Convicts Gunman Of Attempted Murder In 2 Shootings In Albany A 35-year-old man accused of trying to gun down two people during separate robberies in the region could spend the rest of his life in prison. Demetries Smith, of Albany, was convicted of all charges in a seven-count indictment, including first-degree attempted murder, by an Albany County Supreme Court jury on Monday, Feb. 27. Prosecutors said Smith was involved in two separate shootings in Albany in October 2021, the first of which occurred on Oct. 6 on North Swan Street near Livingston Avenue. Investigators determined that Smith shot the victim while attempting to rob them. The second s…
Baltimore Attempted Robbery Ends In Shooting, Police Say Baltimore Attempted Robbery Ends In Shooting, Police Say
Baltimore Attempted Robbery Ends In Shooting, Police Say A man is recovering after being attacked in Baltimore overnight, authorities say. In the early morning hours of Tuesday, Feb. 21, officers were called to an area hospital after a 25-year-old man checked himself in with gunshot wounds, according to a Baltimore Police Department spokesperson. The 25-year-old was reportedly shot in the leg in the area of Kentucky at Findlay Avenue. Police say that the victim was shot during an attempted robbery. Northeast District detectives are asking anyone with information to contact them at 410-396-2444 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7Lockup.