Man Robs Subway Shop 1,000 Feet From His House: Police

A 26-year-old man was arrested after he robbed a Lake Grove Subway shop at knifepoint Tuesday evening, Suffolk Police said.

According to police, Craig Erick entered the Subway located at 781 Hawkins Ave., approached the counter, displayed a knife and demanded money from a store employee at about 5:10 p.m.

When the employee hesitated, Erick walked behind the counter and removed cash from the register, police said.

Erick then fled toward Smith Street, police said. Aviation and Canine Section officers responded and located Erick at his home at 159 Smith Road, about 1,000 feet from the Subway.

Fourth Squad detectives charged Erick first degree robbery. He was scheduled for arraignment at First District Court in Central Islip Wednesday.