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Do you recognize this man? Photo from SCPD
Do you recognize this woman? Photo from SCPD

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Fourth Squad detectives are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate two people who allegedly stole from a Lake Grove store in February.

A man and woman allegedly stole assorted clothing from Dick’s Sporting Goods, located at the Smith Haven Mall, at approximately 7 p.m. on February 1. The merchandise was valued at $1,285.

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with information about these incidents can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers to submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, utilizing a mobile app which can be downloaded through the App Store or Google Play by searching P3 Tips, or online at www.P3Tips.com. All calls, text messages and emails will be kept confidential.

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Suffolk County Police Homicide Squad detectives are investigating after a man shot and seriously injured a woman before killing himself at a home in Ridge  on Feb. 15.

Seventh Precinct officers responded to an incident involving a gun at 28 Woodbrook Drive at 12:56 p.m. following a 911 call from that location. A 68-year-old woman and resident of the home was found with two gunshot wounds and transported via police helicopter to an area hospital for treatment of serious physical injuries.

Gerard Senatore, 66, also a resident of the home, barricaded himself inside the house. Emergency Service Section officers entered the home and found Senatore dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Detectives are asking anyone with information on this incident to contact Homicide Squad detectives at 631-852-6392.


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New AAA research finds most fatal pedestrian crashes occur at night on busy roads

New research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reveals disturbing national trends in pedestrian fatalities which have risen 83% in the past 15 years. There were 7,522 fatalities nationwide in 2022, after reaching a historic low of 4,109 fatalities in 2009.

Almost the entire increase in pedestrian deaths happened on urban arterial roads after dark. These busy roads are typically built to quickly move a lot of traffic in urban and suburban areas while still allowing access to local streets. Examples of these roads include Hempstead Turnpike and Northern Boulevard with lots of pedestrians and vehicles,

Researchers uncovered that a disproportionate number of these pedestrian deaths occurred in socially and economically disadvantaged neighborhoods. Many residents in these areas depend heavily on walking, especially to reach public transportation. Cities and suburbs continue to grapple with several challenges when it comes to implementing the necessary infrastructure upgrades needed to make roads safer in these communities. AAA urges planners, public health professionals, legislators and traffic safety practitioners to work together to reverse these deadly trends.

The study also identified several interconnected factors in these crashes, including a lack of safe crossing locations, high pedestrian crossing volumes and poorly lit roads without continuous sidewalks.

“Reducing the spike in pedestrian deaths requires data-driven investments made where they can have maximum impact,” said Robert Sinclair of AAA Northeast. “Drivers and pedestrians alike must behave appropriately on the road. But, to truly move the needle on safety, policymakers must invest in road improvements in communities where adisproportionate number of pedestrians are hit and killed.”

AAA recommends a Safe System approach, which considers the need to address both human and infrastructure factors, reducing crash severity through safer roads, vehicles, speeds and road users.

AAA reminds drivers to do their part:

  • Rember to stay alert, follow speed limits, keep your smartphone out of reach and only drive when sober.
  • Do not rely on vehicle pedestrian detection systems to prevent crashes. This technology should only serve as a backup, not a replacement for an engaged driver.

Drivers are responsible for yielding to pedestrians, but those traveling on foot should also be vigilant. Pedestrians should use caution by staying on sidewalks and using crosswalks. Always obey traffic signals, look both ways before crossing the street and do not walk and text.

Read the full report here.    

AAA Northeast is a not-for-profit auto club with offices in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Jersey, New Hampshire and New York, providing more than 6.5 million local AAA members with travel, insurance, financial and auto-related services.

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A neglected horse at Double D Bar Ranch in Manorville. Photo from Suffolk County D.A.'s office
A neglected sheep at Double D Bar Ranch in Manorville. Photo from Suffolk County D.A.'s office
A neglected pig at Double D Bar Ranch in Manorville. Photo from Suffolk County D.A.'s office

Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced on Feb. 14 that Double D Bar Ranch, Inc., a self-proclaimed animal sanctuary in Manorville, was arraigned on 112 counts of animal neglect. Specifically, it is alleged that Double D Bar Ranch neglected a broad variety of animals by failing to provide them with proper care including adequate food, water, shelter, and veterinary care. The animals that were allegedly neglected include, but are not limited to cows, goats, horses, pigs, sheep, a mule, and an alpaca.

“No matter what name it operates under, a ‘sanctuary’ is not a sanctuary when it becomes a place of suffering,” said District Attorney Tierney. “Our commitment to protecting animals is unwavering. When those who claim to provide care instead allow neglect and cruelty, we will take necessary action. This prosecution reflects our dedication to ensuring that no animal is left to suffer without food, water, shelter, or medical attention. We are grateful to our many partners, law enforcement and beyond, who stepped in and stepped up for these animals.”

page1image36164480According to the investigation, beginning in early January 2025, Suffolk County Police Department detectives detailed to the District Attorney’s Biological, Environmental, and Animal Safety Team (BEAST) began visiting Double D Bar Ranch almost daily after receiving numerous complaints about the welfare of animals on the property. These complaints were exacerbated by the frigid, sub-zero temperatures that were consistently occurring at the time. Once on the property, detectives allegedly observed hundreds of animals with improper shelter and no access to liquid water. Among the animals on the property were a dog, cats, horses, cows, goats, sheep, an alpaca, pigs, chickens, turkeys, mules, peacocks, and assorted waterfowl. Some animals were allegedly found deceased. Several animals allegedly had untreated medical conditions including dental disease, tumors, matting, untreated wounds, lameness, respiratory infections, arthritis, emaciation, swollen body parts, and overgrown hooves, claws, and nails.

BEAST detectives spent several weeks working with various public and private partners to triage the animals. During such time, BEAST detectives worked hundreds of hours on-premises personally tending to the animals’ needs. Dozens of animals of various species have since been removed and efforts to remediate the premises are continuing. An appearance ticket was issued on February 11, 2025.

On February 13, Double D Bar Ranch was arraigned on 112 charges before District Court Judge Susan A. Berland. BEAST prosecutors requested two court orders which were both granted by Judge Berland. Those orders require Double D Bar Ranch to not take in any additional animals during the pendency of the case, and for law enforcement to continuously monitor the welfare of the animals that are still on the Double D Bar Ranch property. Double D Bar Ranch is due back in court on February 24, 2025, and the corporation is bring represented by Nora Constance Marino and Joseph W. Murray, Esqs.

This case is being prosecuted by Assistant District Attorneys Brooke Salvatore and Joanna Chalifoux of the Biological, Environmental, and Animal Safety Team (BEAST), and the investigation was conducted by Detective Joanna Westrack and other detectives assigned to the Suffolk County Police Department’s District Attorney’s Squad.

The Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office would like to thank the following organizations, businesses, and offices for their tireless work in this case:

  • 13 Hands Equine Rescue
  •  Blue Arrow Farm
  • Deep Hollow Ranch
  • Eastern Snouts
  • Humane Long Island
  • Mattituck Laurel Veterinary Hospital
  • Suffolk County Farm / Cornell Cooperative Extension
  • The Suffolk County Executive’s Office
  • The Town of BrookhavenReport animal abuse, neglect, or illegal possession of an exotic or dangerous animal in Suffolk County via their website. Always call 911 in the event of an emergency. If you would like to report anonymously, please call Crimestoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS.

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Suffolk County Police Third Squad detectives are investigating a motor vehicle crash that seriously injured a pedestrian in Central Islip on Feb. 13.

Ali Geduk was driving a 2015 Toyota RAV4 southbound on Connetquot Avenue, when the vehicle struck a male pedestrian who was crossing westbound in front of 970 Connetquot Avenue, at approximately 5:45 p.m.

The pedestrian, whose identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin, was transported to South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore for treatment of serious injuries. Geduk, 50, of West Islip, who was alone in the vehicle, was not injured. The Toyota was impounded for a safety check.

Anyone with information on this crash is asked to contact the Third Squad at 631-854-8352.

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Suffolk County Police arrested three people at businesses with illegal gambling machines in Central Islip on Feb. 11.

In response to numerous community complaints, Third Precinct Crime Section officers conducted a compliance check at Lempa Deli, located at 189 Calebs Path and another Lempa Deli, located at 140 Carleton Ave., at approximately 7:30 p.m.

During the investigation of the deli on Calebs Path, officers discovered three illegal gambling machines and observed a patron gambling on the premises utilizing a machine. They also discovered two illegal gambling machines at the deli on Carleton Avenue.

The manager of the deli on Caleb’s Path, Saul Reyes, 49, of Port Jefferson Station, was charged with Possession of Gambling Devices. A patron of that deli, Mario Zavala, 42, of Central Islip, was charged with Loitering for the Purpose of Gambling. The owner of the deli on Carleton Avenue, Jose Caneses-Escobar, 47, of Brentwood, was charged with Possession of Gambling Devices. The five illegal electric gaming devices were seized.

The arrestees are scheduled to be arraigned at First District Court in Central Islip on a later date.

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The E-ZPass Group is issuing an alert to all E-ZPass customers about a text messaging scam targeted at customers of tolling agencies across the United States. The scam aims to deceive customers into entering their personal data and financial information to a fake website.

Customers receiving text messages claiming to be sent by “E-ZPass Toll Services” that directs them to click a link to pay an outstanding toll balance to avoid a late fee should be aware that this message is fraudulent. The toll account information provided in these texts is neither valid nor accurate.

E-ZPass warns customers to delete the texts immediately and do not click on any links embedded in the text messages. Customers who have clicked the link and completed the form should immediately contact their financial institution and notify E-ZPass of any erroneous information posted to their accounts. In New York, customers can call 1-800-333-8655.

Recently, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) issued a public service announcement warning the public about a wave of fraudulent SMS texts attempting to scam toll road users.  The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has received over 2,000 complaints reporting fraudulent texts representing road toll collection service from at least three states. The complaint information indicates that the scam appears to be moving from state to state. The texts claim the recipient owes money for unpaid tolls and contain almost identical language. The “outstanding toll amount” has been similar among the complaints reported to the IC3.  However, the link provided within the text is created to impersonate the state’s toll service name, and phone numbers appear to change between states.

E-ZPass advises customers that if you receive one of these texts, file a complaint with the IC3, www.ic3.gov.

“Scam attacks through emails and text messaging are on the rise in our country and protecting the safety of E-ZPass customer information is of paramount importance to us”, stated PJ Wilkins, E-ZPass Group Executive Director. “We will continue to work with our partnering states to alert our customers of any criminal activity that places them at risk, and we encourage E-ZPass customers to be vigilant in ensuring that their personal and financial information is not compromised by falling prey to these fraudulent schemes.”

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Suffolk County Police arrested a Huntington High School student on Feb. 11 for allegedly making a threat of mass harm on social media.

Following a tip, Second Precinct officers responded to Huntington High School, located at 188
Oakwood Road, at 11:30 a.m. after the student allegedly made a threat of mass harm on Snapchat.

The female student, 18, was charged with Making a Threat of Mass Harm. She will be taken for
evaluation and will be arraigned on a later date.

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Suffolk County Police have arrested a man for allegedly driving while intoxicated following a tractor trailer crash on the westbound Long Island Expressway in Dix Hills on February 10.

Timothy Murray was driving a 2016 Freightliner tractor that was pulling a trailer westbound on the Long Island Expressway, when the vehicle left the roadway at the right shoulder, crashed into the guardrail, and came to a stop east of the Exit 50 off ramp, at 7:48 p.m. Several hundred feet of guardrail and two streetlamps came down in the crash. Another vehicle struck debris in the roadway and became disabled.

Two lanes of the westbound Long Island Expressway were closed for over six hours to remove the vehicles and clear the roadway, including clean-up of motor oil and approximately 50 gallons of spilled diesel fuel. Suffolk County Motor Carrier Safety Section responded and completed a post-crash inspection and NYDEC Hazmat Spill Response was on scene for the diesel fuel spill.

Murray, 64, of Mastic, was charged with Driving While Intoxicated. He was held overnight in the Third Precinct and is scheduled to be arraigned at First District Court in Central Islip on February 11.

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Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Sixth Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the man who allegedly stole merchandise from a South Setauket store in February.

A man allegedly stole home goods from Target, located at 265 Pond Path, on February 6 at approximately 8:20 p.m.

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with information about these incidents can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers to submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, utilizing a mobile app which can be downloaded through the App Store or Google Play by searching P3 Tips, or online at www.P3Tips.com. All calls, text messages and emails will be kept confidential.

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