News by Michael J. Reistetter

News by Michael J. Reistetter on South Shore Press


Jun 17, 2025

Violent Rage, Meet Consequence: DA Tierney Announces “25 to Life” for Mastic Murderer

Convicted last month for killing his longtime friend, James Brown, 45, of Mastic was formally sentenced on Monday, June 16th.

Jun 12, 2025

Spota Spotted: Disgraced Former DA Out of Prison, Working at Hauppauge Law Firm

Out on work release, Spota is under the supervision of the same Hauppauge criminal defense attorney who defended him against corruption charges years ago.

Jun 12, 2025

Sickening: Snapchat Predator Indicted for Raping Two Children in Smithtown

Bradley Schioppa, 18, of Bay Shore, was indicted for Rape in the First Degree on Wednesday, June 11th. He is charged with sexually abusing two 11-year-old boys he met over Snapchat.

Jun 12, 2025

Inside the Heuermann Home: Peacock Doc Spotlights Family of (Alleged) Gilgo Killer

50 Cent's "The Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets" covers the police corruption that stalled the investigation, and the toll constant search warrants and media scrutiny has taken on the family Rex Heuermann left behind.

Jun 11, 2025

Manhunt Over: Body Found in East Shoreham Pool Last Month ID’d as Wanted Father-Slayer

Matthew Zoll — missing since Nov. 9th — was reportedly discovered on May 25th beneath a partially ajar Loop-Loc pool cover in the backyard of a home located on Pal Court.

Jun 10, 2025

Royal Rangers Recognized

The Boy Scouts of America-adjacent “Royal Rangers” is a boys mentoring program organized through the Assemblies of God Churches and all related affiliates.

Jun 10, 2025

Moriches Mother Murdered

James Quininchetta, 40, of Ridge, was arrested for killing Rebecca Roth, 33—reportedly over a $1,500 debt.

Jun 10, 2025

School’s Out: Former Sachem Elementary PTA President Arrested for Grand Larceny

Pamela McManus, 42, of Holbrook allegedly stole over #27,000 from Nokomis Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Association (PTA), for which she served as President from July 1st, 2021 to June 30th, 2024.

Jun 6, 2025

Olive Oil! Farmers Market Frenzy Opens Outside Dennison Building in Hauppauge

“I’ve been to a lot of local farmers' markets within the district and without, and I think it’s a great way to invest in local businesses,” Legislator Jason Richberg told the South Shore Press.

Jun 4, 2025

EXCLUSIVE: Centereach Ralph’s Speaks with SSP About Egg Bucket Basket Case 

“This is a nice store,” the owner reaffirmed. “This is a happy business for families to have fun at.”

Jun 4, 2025

Shock Value Shenanigans: Coram Prankster, 21, Charged for Centereach Disturbances

Kyle Vazquez was arrested in Centereach on Monday night at 8:20 p.m., and was charged with three counts of Dissemination of an Unlawful Surveillance Image in the First Degree, three counts of Unlawful Surveillance in the Second Degree, and two counts of Criminal Tampering.

Jun 3, 2025

Order in the Court: Law Career Day at Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School 

Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School students recently participated in Law Career Day, which was held on May 22nd.

Jun 3, 2025

East Hampton Cocaine Kingpin Convicted

A Brooklyn man, Michael Khodorkovskiy, 45, was sentenced to 10 years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision, Suffolk County DA Ray Tierney announced.

Jun 2, 2025

Don’t Say Goodbye to Hollywood: LIMEHOF Offering Discounted Scenes From its Billy Joel Exhibit

Those interested in redeeming the discount can use promo code “welovebilly” on LIMEHOF’s ticket page at limusichalloffame.org. Visitors will receive $5 off if they purchase tickets by June 6th.

Jun 2, 2025

Lights, Camera, Pomarico: LI Music and Entertainment HOF to Honor Local Filmmaker

As part of their Monthly Local Filmmakers Series, LIMEHOF will screen Joe Pomarico-directed comedy, drama and thriller short films at 97 Main Street in Stony Brook.

May 29, 2025

A K9 Named Sato: Suffolk's Newest Best Friend Earns Sheriff Corrections' Badge

The Suffolk County Sheriff's Office held a special ceremony to introduce their newest corrections officer, K9 "Sato," at the Yaphank Correctional Facility on Wednesday, May 28th.

May 29, 2025

Memorable MDW Car Service: 25-Plus Suffolk Veterans Transported to Jones Beach Air Show

For the third straight year, the Chair of the Suffolk County Veterans Committee coordinated a strong Veteran presence in the Four Leaf Federal Credit Union Air Show that took place at Jones Beach over Memorial Day Weekend.

May 29, 2025

Pot Shop and Roll: SCPD Announces Takedown of 26 Illegal Dispensaries 

Countywide officials gathered on May 27th to announces the dozens of raids that recently led to the recovery of over 15,000 illegal weed products.

May 28, 2025

Appreciation Week: Leg. Kennedy Celebrates EMS, Announces Upcoming Blood Drive

Another Kennedy-sponsored blood drive is planned for Sunday, June 1st, at the Smithtown Street Fair. It will take place at the corner of Elm Ave and Main Street.

May 23, 2025

Safety in Boating: DA Tierney, US Coast Guard Enhance Local Maritime Law

On May 21st, the DA announced the implementation of “Aqua Alert” — an innovative pilot program designed to strengthen emergency response efforts across eastern Suffolk County’s waterways.

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Plaintiff Linkedto Partners LLC Accuses Digital Asset Firm DeFi Technologies Inc. of Securities Fraud

Linkedto Partners LLC has initiated a class-action lawsuit against DeFi Technologies Inc., accusing them of securities fraud by allegedly making false statements about their financial health between May and November of this year.


Plaintiff alleges auto dealer and bank conspired in deceptive financing scheme

In a lawsuit filed on December 5th in Brooklyn's Eastern District Court of New York against Generation Kia Inc., Esran L. Boothe claims he was misled into an inflated car financing deal through deceptive practices involving electronic contracts...


UCS Trading Inc., an e-commerce business victimized by fraudsters sues The Moroccan Deal Inc., alleging deceptive investment scheme

In a striking legal move, UCS Trading Inc., an e-commerce company based in New York City has filed a lawsuit against The Moroccan Deal Inc., accusing them along with two individuals of orchestrating a fraudulent investment scheme involving...