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Teen Stabs 13-Year-Old During Fight In New Cassel: Nassau Police Teen Stabs 13-Year-Old During Fight In New Cassel: Nassau Police
Teen Stabs 13-Year-Old During Fight In New Cassel: Nassau Police A 15-year-old boy is accused of stabbing a 13-year-old during a fight involving nearly 20 youths in New Cassel, Nassau County police announced on Wednesday, July 30. Third Precinct officers responded to a 911 call for a large fight at 2:35 p.m. on Monday, July 28, detectives said. When officers arrived, the crowd had dispersed, but they found a 13-year-old male victim with stab wounds to his right arm and left hand. The altercation reportedly began as an argument between the 13-year-old and the 15-year-old suspect before escalating when the suspect pulled out a knife and stabbed the victim…
Missing 14-Year-Old Girl From New Cassel May Have Been Heading To Roosevelt Field Mall Missing 14-Year-Old Girl From New Cassel May Have Been Heading To Roosevelt Field Mall
Missing 14-Year-Old Girl From New Cassel May Have Been Heading To Roosevelt Field Mall Nearly 48 hours have passed since a Long Island teenager went missing. Aylin Gonzales, 14, of New Cassel, was last seen at around 1 p.m. Sunday, July 20, according to Nassau County Police. Family members reported her missing the following day. Gonzales is 4-foot-8 and 100 pounds, with long dark hair, a medium complexion, and brown eyes. She was wearing a black t-shirt, black shorts, and black sneakers. She may have been heading to Hempstead or the Roosevelt Field Mall, police said. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Nassau County Police Department at 516-573-7347 or call 911…
Knife-Wielding Westbury Man Snatches Phones, Slashes Tire During Dispute With Child Present: PD Knife-Wielding Westbury Man Snatches Phones, Slashes Tire During Dispute With Child Present: PD
Knife-Wielding Westbury Man Snatches Phones, Slashes Tire During Dispute With Child Present: PD A Long Island man is facing multiple charges after a domestic disturbance spiraled into a violent robbery in front of a child, Nassau County police announced on Thursday, July 17. Officers were called to a home on Magnolia Avenue in New Cassel at 4:10 a.m. for a reported disturbance, according to the Third Squad detectives. When they arrived, they discovered 21-year-old Ernest Naranjo of Westbury had gotten into an argument with his child’s mother, police said. During the altercation, Naranjo allegedly grabbed a knife and threatened to harm himself while the child was present. When the woma…
Where Is Genesis? 13-Year-Old Girl Vanishes From New Cassel Home Before Dawn Where Is Genesis? 13-Year-Old Girl Vanishes From New Cassel Home Before Dawn
Where Is Genesis? 13-Year-Old Girl Vanishes From New Cassel Home Before Dawn Authorities on Long Island are searching for a 13-year-old girl who disappeared in the early hours of Wednesday morning, June 11. Genesis Rodriguez was last seen leaving her New Cassel home on foot around 4 a.m., according to Nassau County Police. Her disappearance was reported to police later that morning around 10:30 a.m. Genesis is described as approximately 5-foot-6 and 150 pounds, with brown eyes and long, wavy red hair. Her clothing and intended destination are unknown, police said. Detectives with the Missing Persons Squad are actively investigating and urging the public to come for…
Man Yanks Motorcyclist Off Bike Before Beating, Robbing Him In New Cassel, Police Say Man Yanks Motorcyclist Off Bike Before Beating, Robbing Him In New Cassel, Police Say
Man Yanks Motorcyclist Off Bike Before Beating, Robbing Him In New Cassel, Police Say A 23-year-old man riding his Harley-Davidson was violently attacked and robbed in the middle of a Long Island intersection. The incident happened in New Cassel at the intersection of Prospect Avenue and Grand Street, shortly before 5 p.m. Monday, April 29. The motorcyclist was stopped at a red light when Dester Hernandez, 32, approached him on foot, knocked him off his 1995 Harley, and began punching him repeatedly, Nassau County Police said. After delivering multiple blows and causing “substantial pain,” Hernandez grabbed the victim’s phone and fled on foot, police said. Officers canvass…
Duo On Single Bike Rob Man At Knifepoint On New Cassel Street; Suspects Sought Duo On Single Bike Rob Man At Knifepoint On New Cassel Street; Suspects Sought
Duo On Single Bike Rob Man At Knifepoint On New Cassel Street; Suspects Sought Two suspects are on the run after robbing a man at knifepoint on a Long Island street. The attack happened in New Cassel, near the intersection of Monitor Street and Roman Avenue, just before 6:30 a.m. Monday, April 21. A 30-year-old man was walking northbound on Monitor Avenue when two men riding a single bicycle approached and demanded cash from him, Nassau County Police said. The victim initially refused to comply but ultimately handed over his backpack containing cash and other valuables when one of the suspects pulled a small knife and pointed it at him. The suspects then fled going…
Man Pulls Gun On Woman During Heated Argument In Nassau County: Police Man Pulls Gun On Woman During Heated Argument In Nassau County: Police
Man Pulls Gun On Woman During Heated Argument In Nassau County: Police A New Cassel man is accused of pulling a loaded gun on a woman during a heated argument, prompting her to flee and call police, authorities said on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025. Officers from the Third Precinct responded to a disturbance at a 3rd Avenue residence in New Cassel at 11:30 a.m., detectives said. Talique Thomas 23-year-old  got into a verbal argument with a 21-year-old woman that escalated when he allegedly pointed a loaded black firearm at her, leaving her in fear for her life. The woman fled the home and contacted authorities. Officers located Thomas at the residence and ar…
Woman Enters Bedroom, Threatens Victim With Knife In New Cassel: Police Woman Enters Bedroom, Threatens Victim With Knife In New Cassel: Police
Woman Enters Bedroom, Threatens Victim With Knife In New Cassel: Police A Long Island woman was arrested after allegedly assaulting a person and injuring an officer during a disturbance. Nassau County police said Jennifer Carrera Aguilar, age 28, of Westbury, entered a bedroom at a Whittier Street residence in New Cassel around 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 16, and threatened a 35-year-old woman with a knife. When the victim tried to call 911, police said Aguilar slapped the phone from her hand to prevent the call. As officers attempted to take Aguilar into custody, she allegedly resisted and refused to comply with verbal commands, leading to an officer sustaining …
3 Suspects At Large After Victim Punched From Behind In New Cassel Robbery 3 Suspects At Large After Victim Punched From Behind In New Cassel Robbery
3 Suspects At Large After Victim Punched From Behind In New Cassel Robbery The suspects are on the loose after a violent overnight robbery on Long Island. The incident happened just after midnight Monday, Sept. 23 in New Cassel. A 49-year-old man was walking at the intersection of Prospect Avenue and Siegel Street when three  men approached the victim from behind and punched him in the head before throwing him to the ground.  The three suspects removed the victim’s wallet from his pants pocket and fled on foot in an unknown direction.  The victim suffered from a contusion to his forehead and an abrasion to his left hand. The suspects are des…
Teen Uses Dating Apps To Lure, Rob Victims At Knife-Point On Long Island: Police Teen Uses Dating Apps To Lure, Rob Victims At Knife-Point On Long Island: Police
Teen Uses Dating Apps To Lure, Rob Victims At Knife-Point On Long Island: Police A 15-year-old has been arrested on charges including robbery after he allegedly used dating apps as a way to find his next robbery victim. The teen was arrested on Sunday, June 23 for two New Cassel incidents, Nassau County Police said. His arrest came following an investigation, which found that the unnamed 15-year-old boy used a dating app to arrange meetings with other boys on at least two occasions — on Friday, June 14, and on Friday, June 21. However, once the two met at the prearranged location, the teen would get into his victim’s car, pull out a knife, and threaten to stab the d…
Assault Arrest: Teen Throws TV At Long Island Man, Police Say Assault Arrest: Teen Throws TV At Long Island Man, Police Say
Assault Arrest: Teen Throws TV At Long Island Man, Police Say A young teen boy has been arrested on a charge of assault after authorities say he chucked a television at a man during a heated argument. The incident occurred on Sunday, May 19 in New Cassel, according to Nassau County Police. Just before 7 p.m. that day, a 15-year-old teenager and a 56-year-old man got into a verbal altercation at their home. When officers arrived at the scene, the argument escalated, culminating in the teen reportedly throwing a television at the man. During the intervention, one officer sustained a substantial injury to his hand. He was taken to a local hospital …
ID Released For Westbury Man Killed In New Cassel After Being Struck By 2 Vehicles ID Released For Westbury Man Killed In New Cassel After Being Struck By 2 Vehicles
ID Released For Westbury Man Killed In New Cassel After Being Struck By 2 Vehicles The identity has been released of a Long Island man who was killed overnight after being struck by two vehicles, including one that fled the scene. It happened just before 10 p.m. Sunday, May 5 in New Cassel. The man was crossing Prospect Avenue near State Street when he was hit by a 2015 BMW traveling westbound, Nassau County Police said. The driver of the BMW, a 27-year-old man, remained at the scene. After the first collision, a second vehicle hit the pedestrian. The unknown vehicle continued to travel westbound on Prospect Avenue and fled the scene.  The pede…
Hit-Run Crash: Man Killed In New Cassel After Being Struck By 2 Vehicles Hit-Run Crash: Man Killed In New Cassel After Being Struck By 2 Vehicles
Hit-Run Crash: Man Killed In New Cassel After Being Struck By 2 Vehicles A man crossing a Long Island roadway was killed overnight after being struck by two vehicles, including one that fled the scene. Click here for a new, updated story - ID Released For Westbury Man Killed In New Cassel After Being Struck By 2 Vehicles The crash happened just before 10 p.m. Sunday, May 5 in New Cassel. A man was crossing Prospect Avenue near State Street when he was hit by a 2015 BMW traveling westbound, Nassau County Police said. The driver of the BMW, a 27-year-old man, remained at the scene. After the first collision, a second vehicle hit the p…
New Update: Missing 12-Year-Old Westbury Girl Found New Update: Missing 12-Year-Old Westbury Girl Found
New Update: Missing 12-Year-Old Westbury Girl Found Update: A 12-year-old Long Island girl who went missing has been found. Nancy Rodriguez had last been seen leaving her Westbury residence on Friday, May 3, 2024, at 11:30 p.m., according to Nassau County Police. Late Saturday night, May 4, police announced she has been located. Original report: A 12-year-old Long Island girl has gone missing, and authorities are asking the public's help in locating her. Nancy Rodriguez was last seen leaving her Westbury residence on Friday, May 3, 2024, at 11:30 p.m., according to Nassau County Police. She is 5 feet tall, 100 pounds, wit…
Second Suspect In Violent Long Island Robbery Nabbed, Police Say Second Suspect In Violent Long Island Robbery Nabbed, Police Say
Second Suspect In Violent Long Island Robbery Nabbed, Police Say A Long Island man who was at large after a violent robbery has been apprehended, according to police. Twenty-year-old Luis Mario Matute of New Cassel was arrested on Sunday, March 31, according to Nassau County Police. Matute was one of two New Cassel men who had allegedly been involved in a violent robbery that occurred over a week before, on Saturday, March 23. Original Story: 1 Suspect Apprehended, Another At Large After Violent New Cassel Robbery At approximately 10:15 p.m. that day, a 29-year-old driving his four-door Hyundai was cut off by a red Mitsubishi SUV at the inter…
1 Suspect Apprehended, Another At Large After Violent New Cassel Robbery 1 Suspect Apprehended, Another At Large After Violent New Cassel Robbery
1 Suspect Apprehended, Another At Large After Violent New Cassel Robbery One suspect is in custody and another is at large after a violent robbery overnight on Long Island. It happened around 10:15 p.m. Saturday, March 23 in New Cassel. That's when a 29-year-old man driving a four-door Hyundai sedan was cut off by a red Mitsubishi SUV at the intersection of Garland Lane and Maplewood Drive, Nassau County Police said.  Two men -- Luis Mario Matute, age 20, and Carlos Matute, age 42, both of New Cassel -- then exited the Mitsubishi and approached the victim, according to police. Luis Mario Matute pointed a black handgun at the victim and dema…
New Update: Long Island 44-Year-Old ID'd As Victim Of Fatal Pickup Truck Crash New Update: Long Island 44-Year-Old ID'd As Victim Of Fatal Pickup Truck Crash
New Update: Long Island 44-Year-Old ID'd As Victim Of Fatal Pickup Truck Crash Police have identified the man who was hit and killed by a pickup truck on Long Island. The fatal crash happened just before 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 3, in New Cassel. Original Story: 44-Year-Old Struck, Killed By Pickup Truck In New Cassel Crash According to Nassau County Police, 44-year-old Juan Carlos Amaya Gutierrez was in front of 683 Old Country Road when he was struck by a 2015 Chevrolet pickup truck traveling east. Gutierrez, a Westbury resident, was taken to a local hospital. He was pronounced dead at 7:14 p.m. The Chevrolet driver, a 24-year-old man, stayed at the …
Teen Critically Injured During Long Island Crash: Police Teen Critically Injured During Long Island Crash: Police
Teen Critically Injured During Long Island Crash: Police A 17-year-old hit by a car on Long Island while crossing the street is in critical condition, police said. The crash happened on Sunday, March 3 in New Cassel, according to Nassau County Police. At approximately 6:30 p.m., a 17-year-old boy was crossing Prospect Avenue near Kinkel Street, heading north. As he crossed, he was struck by a 2009 Honda that was traveling west on Prospect Avenue. Police said the teen suffered injuries to his head and chest. He was airlifted to a local hospital and is in critical condition. A 54-year-old woman, the driver of the Honda, stayed on the scene …
44-Year-Old Struck, Killed By Pickup Truck In New Cassel Crash 44-Year-Old Struck, Killed By Pickup Truck In New Cassel Crash
44-Year-Old Struck, Killed By Pickup Truck In New Cassel Crash Police are investigating a fatal overnight Long Island crash. Read the new, updated story -  New Update: Westbury Man ID'd As Victim Of Pickup Truck Crash It happened around 6:20 p.m. Sunday, March 3 in New Cassel when a 44-year-old man was struck by a 2015 Chevrolet pickup truck traveling eastbound in front of 683 Old Country Road, Nassau County Police said.  The 24-year-old male operator of the vehicle remained at the scene. The male pedestrian suffered severe trauma and was transported to a local area hospital where he was pronounced dead by a hospita…
Man Nabbed For Beating, Injuring Victim On Long Island: Police Man Nabbed For Beating, Injuring Victim On Long Island: Police
Man Nabbed For Beating, Injuring Victim On Long Island: Police A 42-year-old Long Island man, armed with a metal tire reamer, was arrested after police said he brutally beat a man on a street corner. It happened on Thursday, Feb. 1 in New Cassel, according to Nassau County Police. At approximately 1 p.m. that day, 42-year-old Pedro Hernandez, who authorities said was homeless, reportedly got into a fight with another man at the intersection of Magnolia Avenue and Prospect Avenue. While holding a metal tire reamer, he allegedly punched the 44-year-old victim in the back of the head and repeatedly in the face. When the victim tried to block a punc…
Man Shot In Long Island Neighborhood, Police Searching For Information Man Shot In Long Island Neighborhood, Police Searching For Information
Man Shot In Long Island Neighborhood, Police Searching For Information Police on Long Island are searching for witnesses and information in connection with the shooting of a man in a neighborhood. The incident took place in New Cassel around 12:20 a.m., Monday, Jan. 29 in the area of Oliver and Elton streets. According to Nassau County Police, officers located a 21-year-old man with a gunshot wound to his leg. Officers applied a tourniquet and the victim was transported to a hospital for treatment. No other injuries were reported. The investigation is ongoing. Detectives request anyone with information regarding this incident contact Nassau County…
Man Nabbed For Christmas Eve Stabbing On Long Island: Police Man Nabbed For Christmas Eve Stabbing On Long Island: Police
Man Nabbed For Christmas Eve Stabbing On Long Island: Police A Long Island man has been arrested after he stabbed another person multiple times, police said. On Sunday, Dec. 24 at approximately 9:30 p.m., 59-year-old Jose Anibal Moreno Rodriguez got into a verbal fight with a 25-year-old in New Cassel, Nassau County Police announced. Moreno Rodriguez, a resident of Westbury, pulled out a knife during the Holly Lane fight and began to stab the victim in the stomach multiple times. When police arrived, they arrested Moreno Rodriguez without incident. Both he and his victim were taken to a hospital for evaluation and treatment. According to Nassau…
Duo Nabbed With Cocaine, Loaded Gun During Long Island Traffic Stop: Police Duo Nabbed With Cocaine, Loaded Gun During Long Island Traffic Stop: Police
Duo Nabbed With Cocaine, Loaded Gun During Long Island Traffic Stop: Police A traffic stop for speeding soon turned into a frenzy as two men, who were later found to have cocaine and a loaded gun, tried to run, authorities claimed. The incident happened on Thursday, Nov. 16 in Westbury, according to Nassau County Police. At around 10 p.m., officers reportedly saw a 2008 Nissan speeding east down Old Country Road. When the car was pulled over at the intersection of Old Country Road and Kinkel Street, the front seat passenger, 30-year-old Farid Acosta of New Cassel, allegedly fled on foot. Officers were able to apprehend Acosta, who they say was combative, and f…
Woman Caught After Attempted Murder On Long Island, Police Say Woman Caught After Attempted Murder On Long Island, Police Say
Woman Caught After Attempted Murder On Long Island, Police Say Two people are in the hospital following an attempted murder on Long Island, officials said. The incident occurred on Sunday, July 30 at approximately 11:15 a.m. in New Cassel, according to Nassau County Police. At the intersection of Prospect Avenue and Garden Street, 48-year-old Lisa Oree got into a verbal argument with a 43-year-old woman. Oree allegedly pulled out a knife and stabbed the victim multiple times in the back and wrist. Both the victim and Oree, who is homeless, were taken to a local hospital for assessment and treatment, and Oree was placed under arrest without incide…
Convenience Store Shooting: Suspect Used Long Island Worker As Shield, Police Say Convenience Store Shooting: Suspect Used Long Island Worker As Shield, Police Say
Convenience Store Shooting: Suspect Used Long Island Worker As Shield, Police Say At least three people were injured in a weekend shooting that involved six at a Long Island convenience store, police said. It happened on Saturday, July 22 in New Cassel, according to Nassau County Police. At approximately 10 p.m., a group of five people entered the AAWA convenience store, located at 815 Prospect Avenue. The group, which included Christian Romulus and Bryan Eric Toney, both aged 19, approached 20-year-old Gavin Freeman, who was already inside the store. This is when the shooting began. Freeman pulled his handgun first, firing at the group, police said. Toney also…
Fatal Fire Erupts At Long Island Home Fatal Fire Erupts At Long Island Home
Fatal Fire Erupts At Long Island Home One person was killed in a house fire that engulfed a Long Island home in flames, officials said. The fire erupted at 10:45 a.m. on Thursday, June 22 in New Cassel, according to Nassau County Police. When officials arrived at Division Avenue, the scene of the blaze, the house was fully engulfed and they were informed that an elderly woman was still inside. The conditions of the fire made the search for the woman impossible until the flames were put out by the Westbury Fire Department and multiple local departments. Jacqueline Geffrand, aged 73, was pronounced dead at the scene by para…
ID Released For 26-Year-Old Found Shot, Killed In New Cassel ID Released For 26-Year-Old Found Shot, Killed In New Cassel
ID Released For 26-Year-Old Found Shot, Killed In New Cassel The identity has been released of the victim of a fatal shooting on Long Island. Police responded to a 911 call for shots fired in New Cassel in the vicinity of 166 State Street at around 8:20 p.m. Sunday, May 7. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 26-year-old man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, Nassau County Police said.  The victim was transported to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead by a hospital physician. He has now been identified as Quraan Williams, of Baldwin. The investigation is ongoing. Earlier report: 26-Year-Old Found Shot, Ki…
26-Year-Old Found Shot, Killed In New Cassel 26-Year-Old Found Shot, Killed In New Cassel
26-Year-Old Found Shot, Killed In New Cassel New update: ID Released For 26-Year-Old Found Shot, Killed In New Cassel A suspect is at large after a fatal shooting on Long Island. Police responded to a 911 call for shots fired in New Cassel in the vicinity of 166 State Street at around 8:20 p.m. Sunday, May 7. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 26-year-old man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, Nassau County Police said.  The victim was transported to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead by a hospital physician. His identity has not yet been released. The investigation is ongoing. Detectives requ…
25-Year-Old Seriously Injured In Nassau County Crash 25-Year-Old Seriously Injured In Nassau County Crash
25-Year-Old Seriously Injured In Nassau County Crash Police are investigating a two-vehicle Long Island crash that left a young man seriously injured. It happened around 8:15 p.m. Saturday, March 18 in New Cassel. According to Nassau County Police, the man, age 25, operating a 2011 Honda SUV eastbound on Union Avenue, attempted a left turn onto northbound Grand Boulevard when he was in a collision with a Yamaha dirt bike.  The male operator, also age 25, sustained head trauma and was transported to a local area hospital for treatment of his injuries.  No other injuries were reported and both vehicles were towed from the scene…
Man Charged With Grand Larceny For Stealing Truck On Long Island, Police Say Man Charged With Grand Larceny For Stealing Truck On Long Island, Police Say
Man Charged With Grand Larceny For Stealing Truck On Long Island, Police Say A 29-year-old man has been charged with alleged grand larceny for stealing a vehicle that was involved in two hit-and-run crashes on Long Island. George Drummer, of the Bronx, was arrested by Nassau County Police on Thursday, March 2 in New Cassel. According to the department, officers responded to an auto accident in the area of Old County Road and Post Avenue where a man driving a 2019 Toyota Tundra struck a 2023 Toyota Camry causing severe damage. A 20-year-old woman driving the Camry suffered minor injuries, and a juvenile passenger, age 6, was not injured, police said. The driver of …
Customer Stabs Man At Long Island Deli, Police Say Customer Stabs Man At Long Island Deli, Police Say
Customer Stabs Man At Long Island Deli, Police Say An altercation between two customers at a Long Island deli led to one man stabbing the other, authorities said. Emergency crews in New Cassel were called at around 10:15 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31, with reports of a disturbance at Westbury Deli, located on Prospect Avenue, according to Nassau County Police. When officers arrived, they found the 34-year-old victim suffering from a stab wound to his lower left abdomen. The victim was taken by ambulance to a hospital and is in stable condition, police said. It was not immediately clear what led up to the incident. No other customers or employees …