The child, 6, didn't realize at first that what her stepfather was doing to her was wrong — she trusted him and she did not understand: DA
Over the weekend, community members shared missing posters of Kathleen Harrison Trent, as her family desperately searches for answers.
The vehicle was fully involved, firefighters say. Video here.
The fire was deemed criminal after investigators discovered 7 points of origin and a bottle of charcoal lighter fluid at the scene: DA
Sleet on Sunday afternoon and frosty temperatures will lead to icy roads and dangerous conditions for the Monday commute, officials say.
In another incident in Quogue on Thursday morning, someone tried to gain access to a Bayview Drive garage, police say.
The Riverhead Fire Department says phone calls are being made by individuals claiming to collect donations on behalf of firefighters, EMS.
"This office will not allow licensed professionals to abuse their positions for personal gain." — Suffolk County DA Ray Tierney.
The Suffolk County Transit bus overturned, police say.
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Also: New details emerge regarding the day Rex Heuermann was arrested — and new questions arise regarding if anyone else could be guilty.
The defense asked that a count involving victim Sandra Costilla be dismissed — and discovery pertaining to John Bittrolff be made available.
The driver remained at the scene and no charges were filed; the investigation is ongoing, police say.
It will be Rex Heuermann's first court appearance in almost four months, with a trial expected to begin this year.
He's facing a felony charge, police say.
2 vehicles next to the home were also on fire, officials say.
"Tanya Jackson was not murdered by a serial killer, but allegedly by the man she loved, and the father of her child." — DA
The girl became nervous and told a police officer, authorities say.
The woman's torso was found in a Rubbermaid bin in Nassau County; the toddler's remains were found along Ocean Parkway, officials have said.
He's facing 12 counts of animal cruelty and contempt of court after being found with the animals despite a ban on animal possession: DA
The pizzeria sustained fire damage to both interior and exterior, and neighboring businesses suffered smoke and water damage, officials say.
Owners says, with insurance lapse discovered, future remains uncertain. "We'd like to rebuild, but right now it's not financially possible."
The fire was the 2nd tragedy in just months for the pizzeria; owner Maria Tranchina died in August. "She loved her customers like family."
In another tragedy, the Wells family said a lapse in insurance means there is no coverage to rebuild their fire-ravaged barn.
The raging fire broke out at about 5 p.m. Wednesday, officials say; 3 were treated for smoke inhalation.
"Thanks to the power of forensic science, persistence of law enforcement, we can say . . who was responsible for these horrific crimes."
"When the defendant senselessly murdered Mr. Reyes, he robbed him of a future." — Suffolk DA Ray Tierney
"George Santos was somewhat of a 'rogue,' but there are many rogues throughout our country that aren’t forced to serve 7 years in prison."
Firefighters said they found the vehicle engulfed in flames.
"We can never give his daughter the chance to meet her father, but hopefully today's verdict brings the family some measure of closure."
"This was a brazen attempt to murder a Suffolk County police officer. They had every intent of putting that officer in the grave."
Dexter has already assisted in numerous investigations, including someone who fled from a DWI crash, Sheriff Errol Toulon says.
His car hit a tree and he died on Saturday night, police say.
When she refused to engage in sexual acts, he slammed her head into a wall, the DA says.
In a defeat for the defense, the judge ruled that all cases will be tried as one, not severed, as accused Gilgo killer attorney requested.
The defense has filed motions challenging, again, the admissibility of the DNA and, to sever the trials; the judge will rule on the motions.
The motorcyclist is in critical condition, police say.
The fatal crash took place in Riverhead Tuesday afternoon, police say.
They were rescued off Iron Pier Beach in Jamesport, police say.
His supplier was also found with a loaded and operable .40-caliber semi-automatic pistol, cocaine, and digital scales, DA says.