Man Abandons Dog In Hot Car On Long Island, Leading To Its Death, Officials Announce
A Long Island man faces multiple animal cruelty charges when his dog died after allegedly being left in a car on a hot day, authorities announced.
On Monday, Aug. 7, the Suffolk County SPCA announced the charges against Raymond Gonzalez, a 60-year-old North Amityville resident, for his alleged role in the death of Koko, his one-and-a-half-year-old dog.
According to Suffolk County SPCA Chief Roy Gross, Gonzalez left the German shepherd-husky mix alone inside a car on a hot day.
After several hours, Koko was discovered to be dead.
In addition to the animal cruelty charges, Gonzalez was …
Massage Parlor Raid: 2 More Women Charged After Investigation At Troubled Long Island Business
Two more women are facing charges for alleged crimes at an embattled massage parlor on Long Island.
Suffolk County Police conducted an operation in Centereach at New Day Spa on Dawn Drive Wednesday, Aug. 2, after receiving multiple complaints.
Following their investigation, Liu Bing, age 42, of Centereach, was arrested and charged with unauthorized practice of a profession, a felony.
Wendy Valencia Dorado, age 26, of Brooklyn, was also arrested and charged with prostitution, a misdemeanor.
Earlier Report: 2 Women Charged After Raid At Centereach Massage Parlor
They were issued a d…
Man, Helmet-Wearing Woman Nabbed For String Of Long Island Bank Robberies, Police Say
Two suspects are behind bars in connection with a string of bank robberies on Long Island.
Joseph Hill, age 40, and Stephanie Demola, age 34, both of Moriches, were arrested on robbery charges Monday, July 17.
According to Suffolk County Police, the duo first attempted to rob a Chase Bank in Yaphank on Monday, July 10, but left without any cash after the teller refused their demands.
Earlier Report: Helmet-Wearing Woman Strikes Again In New Robbery At Bank In Patchogue
Hours later, the pair successfully held up a TD Bank in Lake Ronkonkoma, police said.
They’re also accused of robbi…
Firework Fright: Man Arrested For Housing Hundreds Of Explosives On Long Island, Police Say
A Long Island man’s Independence Day plans have been canceled after he was arrested for possessing hundreds of fireworks, including 400 mortars, police said.
On Saturday, July 1 at approximately 3:30 p.m., Nassau County Police arrested Massapequa resident Michael Masone, aged 37, for unlawfully possessing fireworks.
According to the police department, 113 cases of fireworks and 400 mortars were seized by the Arson Bomb Squad from Masone’s home.
In a statement, Nassau County Police reminded residents that the use of explosives, including fireworks, is illegal and “extremely dangerous.” …
Victim In DWI Crash Identified As Long Island Man, Dies From Injuries: Police
A man critically injured in an alleged DWI crash on Long Island has been identified, and succumbed to his injuries, police reported.
The incident occurred on Saturday, June 10 at 10 p.m. in Uniondale, according to the Nassau County Police.
The victim, now identified as Uniondale resident Sergio Vera, aged 60, was crossing south on Front Street near New York Avenue when he was struck by a 2018 Mercedes Benz.
Vera sustained head trauma and was listed in critical condition. Police announced on Thursday, June 29 that Vera succumbed to his injuries.
The driver, 44-year-old Eric O. Wheatley,…
