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Naked Man Found Walking Near 2 Syosset Schools: District

The man, who was in his early 20s, was spotted by residents walking near the schools on Sunday morning, according to the school district.

SYOSSET, NY - A man was found walking naked near two Syosset schools on Sunday morning, according to the Syosset School District.

In a statement, the district stated that a man in his early 20s was walking naked through the neighborhood near Willits Elementary School on Nana Place and HB Thompson Middle School on Ann Drive, passing through both campuses.

A resident called police, who responded and took the man into custody in the neighborhood near the elementary school.

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"Incidents of this nature are rare and we have taken steps at the district level to prevent this individual’s return," the school district wrote in a statement. "Nevertheless, we are taking appropriate precautions at the building level as well. The incident serves as a reminder to be vigilant and to always report unusual activity to the authorities."


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