Crime & Safety
Lakeview Man Charged After Police Find Him With Stolen Rifle
Nassau County police initially were called to the man's home early Saturday for a possible burglary, authorities said.
LAKEVIEW, NY — A Lakeview man is facing multiple charges after officers responding to a burglary call found him in possession of a stolen rifle, authorities said.
Nassau County police arrested Kevin Mackey, 53, after officers were called to his home on Thrush Avenue around 12:25 a.m. Saturday. Police were initially called to the address for a report of a possible burglary in progress but instead found Mackey in the backyard holding a rifle.
Police ordered Mackey to the ground before taking him into custody, according to authorities.
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After investigating, police determined there was no burglary at the home.
No injuries were reported, police said.
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Mackey was charged on multiple counts including criminal possession of stolen property and possession of a controlled substance.
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