Crime & Safety
4 People Arrested For Breaking Into A Slew Of Vehicles: Police
Nassau police said an investigation shows the individuals are connected to grand larcenies on three occasions last month.
WANTAGH, NY — Four people were arrested early Tuesday for breaking into parked vehicles in Wantagh.
Nassau police say a call came in regarding several people breaking into cars on Lawrence Drive. Thereafter, a stolen Jaguar, which had been involved in an accident in North Bellmore, was located by officers. The three male suspects fled on foot. Officers and the K-9 unit canvassed the area.
While searching, officers spotted a suspicious black Honda Accord circling. The driver, Linette Kay Richards, 21 of Elmont, was arrested in connection to the larcenies.
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After an extensive search, the other three people were located and arrested:
- Jean Renoldson, 22, Brooklyn
- Honore Philippeaux, 23, Brooklyn
- Omary Black, 22, Queens
Further investigation by police determined that the four individuals were responsible for grand larcenies on:
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Feb. 14, Wayside Lane, Wantagh
Feb. 27, I U Willets Road, Searingtown
Feb. 28, Valley Road, Wantagh
They face charges that range from unauthorized use of a vehicle to criminal possession of stolen property.
They were expected to be arraigned on Wednesday in Hempstead.
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