Swan Caught In Fishing Line, Hook Rescued On LI 'Easily Avoidable'

It was "super-evasive and unable to be caught" in multiple attempts with dozens of rescuers, Frankie Floridia says.

Brookhaven Town Police Blotter: March 17 to April 21, 2025

This is a snapshot of some of the arrests the Suffolk County Police Department's officers have made across the township.

Motorist Robbed Changing Vehicle Tire On Veterans Memorial Highway: PD

The man was cut on his neck but refused medical attention at the scene, Suffolk police say.

1 Hurt In Fire In Selden Over Weekend: Police

It was in 1 of 2 serious fires in Brookhaven Town; in a second fire in Mastic Beach, Arson Squad detectives responded, cops say.

LI Teen, Who Fatally Stabbed Grandma 35 Times, Indicted For Murder: DA

UPDATE: His defense attorney says he will be conducting his "own investigation into what happened and why."

LIer Accused Of Falsifying Vax Records Fails To Show At Court: Report

She's accused of falsifying more than one dozen students in the Middle Country School District, News 12​ reported.

2 Charged In Foot Spa Raids In Medford And Selden: Police

The two were charged with unauthorized practice of a profession, a felony, Suffolk police say.

Hit-And-Run Driver Caused $5K In Damage To SUV In Holtsville: Police

A parked, unoccupied Chevrolet Tahoe was struck in the parking lot of Costco on Beacon Drive on March 28 between noon and 1 p.m., cops say.

Attorney Says LI Boy In Fatal Stabbing To Be Charged As Adult: Report

His defense attorney says the 15-year-old is "presumed innocent," and "everyone needs to remember that before jumping to conclusions."

20 Years To Life For Former AZ Man Who Gunned Down Friend On LIRR Car

He has "accepted responsibility, and expressed remorse," one of his defense attorney says.

Driver Shot At In Road Rage Incident On Long Island Expressway: Police

His pickup was struck in the rear driver side window at around 8:40 a.m., Suffolk police say.

Prosecutor Says LI Mom Played Dead As Son, 15, Slayed Grandma: Report

UPDATE: It happened after an argument when the boy barricaded himself in his room on his computer and skipped school, Newsday reported.

LI's Slain, Injured Cases Highlighted Over National Crime Victims Week

"We are asking the public to come forward with any information they think could aid in our investigations.” - Commissioner Kevin Catalina

iPhone Swiped, Man Cut In Knifepoint Robbery In Holbrook: Police

He was robbed after agreeing to sell his cell phone, Suffolk police say.

Brookhaven Town Police Blotter: March 10 to March 16, 2025

This is a snapshot of the arrests the Suffolk County Police Department's officers have made across the township.

LI Dad Who Admitted Guilt In Baby's Death In 'Tremendous Pain': Attny

Wilkens Adonis, 39, of Holbrook, will serve five to 15 years in state prison as part of a plea agreement, his attorney says.

LIer, 20, Caught Driving 90MPH In Illegal Speed Contest: Sheriff

He had a suspended license and an active warrant for reckless driving, Suffolk Sheriff Errol Toulon says.

Brookhaven Town Police Blotter: March 3 to March 9, 2025

This is a snapshot of the arrests the Suffolk County Police Department's officers have made across the township.

Nassau Man Caught Speeding At 130MPH On LIE: Police

The 23-year-old was cited for for unlawful speed contest, along with eight other vehicle and traffic infractions, police say.

Firefighters Called To Shed Fire In Selden: Police

It started at around 12:44 p.m., Suffolk police say.

Arson Detectives Probing Selden Fire: Police

It appears all of the residents were able to escape to safety, Suffolk police say.

Brookhaven Town Police Blotter: Feb. 24 to March 2, 2025

This is a snapshot of the arrests the Suffolk County Police Department's officers have made across the township.

1 Hurt In Selden Crash: Police

The driver was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, Suffolk police say.

Motorcyclist Dies In Suffolk Crash Saturday Night: Police

He struck a vehicle that was turning out of a Lake Ronkonkoma parking lot, police say.

School In Sachem ID'd For Potential Closure: District

The district faces a challenging budget season, and the closure was discussed as an option, though no decision has been made.

Long Island Police Searching For Missing Girl, 17

Chrismie Aurilus may travel to New York City, the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse says. Have you seen her?

Arson Investigating Centereach House Fire: Police

It broke out at around 10 p.m., drawing area firefighters, Suffolk police say.

PlayStation 5 Swiped From Walmart In Centereach: Police

The roughly $500 gaming system was taken at around 11 p.m. on Jan. 26, Suffolk police say.

Brookhaven Town Police Blotter: Feb. 17 to Feb. 23 2025

This is a snapshot of the arrests the Suffolk County Police Department's officers have made across the township.

Arson Detectives Investigating Holbrook House Fire: Police

It started at around 5:30 p.m., drawing area firefighters, Suffolk police say.

LI Woman Faces More Than 30 Animal Cruelty-Related Charges: SPCA

SEE PHOTOS: Around 40 dogs, 8 cats, and a bird were kept in garbage, feces, urine, and debris strewn about her home, SPCA says.

Fire Breaks Out At Holtsville Home: Police

No one was hurt, Suffolk police say.

Upgraded Charges In String Of Suffolk Burglaries: DA

Ten businesses were burgled over nearly three months across Brookhaven and Smithtown, Suffolk DA says.

LI Driver, Accused Of Being Drunk In Crash That Hurt 4, Indicted: DA

His "reckless choice" forever changed innocent people "who were simply trying to get to their destinations that day," Suffolk DA says.

Stabbing Reported From Medical Office In Farmingville: Police

He told officers it happened in Bellport earlier and declined hospital treatment, as well as to press charges, Suffolk police say.

Person Hurt In 2-Vehicle Crash In Centereach: Police

They were taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, Suffolk police say.

Man Charged With Possession Of Crack Cocaine In Holtsville: Police

The man was stopped while driving at a high speed and changing lanes without turn signaling on the Long Island Expressway, police say.

Arson Squad Investigating Ronkonkoma Fire: Police

It broke out at around 4:40 p.m., drawing area firefighters, Suffolk police say.

'Red Flags Of Dating' Forum Slated For Thursday In Farmingville

It will feature speakers from Long Island Against Domestic Violence and Suffolk police.

Suspect Sought In Hit-And-Run In Suffolk: Police

It happened in the parking lot of 7-Eleven on Middle Country Road on Jan. 23, police say.