Crime & Safety
Roosevelt Man Found With Loaded Gun: Police
Gregory Herrera faces charges that include criminal possession of a weapon, police say.

ROOSEVELT, NY — A Roosevelt man faces charges related to having a loaded handgun.
Nassau Police say Gregory Herrera, 20, was seen by officers, who were patrolling an area for gang activity just after 6 p.m. on Friday.
Herrera was spotted in the roadway, obstructing vehicular traffic, police said.
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An investigation revealed that Herrera had a loaded Springfield Arms .40 caliber. He was arrested without incident, authorities said.
Herrera is charged with second-degree criminal possession of a weapon, criminal possession of a firearm and traffic infractions. He was expected to be arraigned on Saturday.
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