Dog Dies After Being Left In Car, Fatal Hit-And-Run: LI Crime Roundup

LONG ISLAND, NY — Check out the week's top police news covered by Patches across Long Island. Stories this week include an arrest made in a crash that killed a 6-year-old; a dog died after being left in a hot car; a woman was killed in a hit-and-run; three were arrested after a fatal overdose; a Virginia man tried to steal a boat; and a man was sentenced for a 2022 shooting, officials said.

Arrest Made In West Hempstead Crash Where 6-Year-Old Was Killed: Cops

Police have made an arrest in the Monday morning crash in West Hempstead that killed a young girl. Read more.

Suffolk Woman Dies After Hit-And-Run Crash: Police

A woman was fatally struck by a sedan that fled the scene in Ronkonkoma on Monday, Suffolk police said. Read more.

Dog Dies After Suffolk Man Leaves It In A Car In Hot Temps: SPCA

A North Amityville man was arrested and charged on Sunday, after his dog died while trapped in a car in hot temperatures, Suffolk County SPCA said. Read more.

Fatal Baldwin Overdose Leads To 3 Arrests: Police

Three people were arrested Wednesday night in connection to an overdose in Baldwin. Read more.

Mastic Man Gets 13 Years For 'Incomprehensible' Shooting: DA

A Mastic Man was sentenced Tuesday to 13 years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision for his involvement in an August 2022 shooting in Shirley, Suffolk District Attorney Ray Tierney said. Read more.

2nd Man Charged In Same Sex Couple Hate Crime Incident In Suffolk: PD

A second man has been charged in connection with the assault and harassment of a same-sex couple in Patchogue back in May, Suffolk police said. Read more.

2 Charged With DWI After 2 Separate Southampton Crashes Overnight: PD

Two people were arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated after two separate crashes in Southampton Town overnight Wednesday into early Thursday, police said. Read more.

Virginia Man Tried To Steal Boat In Manorhaven: Police

A Virginia man tried to steal a boat in Manorhaven on Wednesday, Nassau police said. Read more.

Man Charged After Stabbing At Westhampton Home: Police

A man was arrested early Friday after a stabbing in Westhampton, police said. Read more.

Man Punched Woman In Head In Huntington Station: Police

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is seeking the public's help in finding the man who police said assaulted a woman in Huntington Station in July. Read more.

Loaded Gun Recovered From Westbury Man's Fanny Pack: Police

A Westbury was taken into custody for carrying a handgun. Read more.

6 Juveniles Nabbed With Stolen SUV In Yaphank: Police

Six juveniles were busted for being found in a stolen car in Yaphank on Tuesday afternoon, Suffolk police said. Read more.

Duo Charged Over $2K On Stolen Credit Cards At Suffolk Home Depots: PD

Men used a stolen credit card at Home Depots in Patchogue and Bellport on July 20, Suffolk police said Friday. Read more.

Man Charged With DWI Was In A Running Car, Stopped In The Street: PD

A Floral Park man was arrested in Cutchogue early Friday after he was caught intoxicated in his car, which was stopped in the middle of the road with the motor running, police said. Read more.

2 Men Steal $1,300 Of Cigarettes From Oakdale Store: Police

Two men who burglarized an Oakdale business in June and stole $1,300 worth of merchandise are currently sought after by Suffolk County Police. Read more.