Suffolk County District Attorney's Office News
Suffolk County District Attorney's Office News
Gilgo Beach Task Force releases new details on unidentified homicide victim
The Gilgo Beach Task Force has released new information regarding a homicide victim known as "Asian Doe." The announcement, made on September 16, 2024, aims to shed light on the identity and circumstances surrounding the victim.
Gilgo Beach Task Force releases new details about unidentified homicide victim
The Gilgo Beach Task Force has released new information regarding a homicide victim referred to as "Asian Doe." The details include the clothing items found on the victim, which are a 'Chrysantheme' blue ribbed short-sleeve shirt with a crew neck, a 'Rafaella' brand shirt, and 'Bill Blass' pants and bra.
Bay Shore man faces additional sex trafficking charges after new victim comes forward
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced today that Danny St. Louis, 43, of Bay Shore, has been indicted on three counts of sex trafficking and other related charges for the alleged commercial sexual exploitation of an additional female victim. St. Louis is already facing 28 felony and misdemeanor charges on a separate indictment for alleged sex trafficking and other offenses.
Islip Terrace man pleads guilty to manslaughter; wife admits hindering prosecution
Eduardo Vega, 58, of Islip Terrace, has pleaded guilty to Manslaughter in the First Degree for fatally stabbing his son-in-law, Roshane McLaren, 34. The incident occurred in the driveway of their home. Vega's wife and co-defendant, Tanya Denis, 48, also from Islip Terrace, pleaded guilty to Hindering Prosecution in the Third Degree for her involvement.
Former Long Island auto business owner pleads guilty for grand larceny involving $16 million
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Timothy Kjaer, 49, of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, formerly of Shoreham and the former owner of several auto shop businesses, has pleaded guilty to Grand Larceny in the First Degree for failing to report $16 million in taxable sales. This action resulted in the theft of over $1.3 million in sales tax from New York State.
Shirley man pleads guilty to attempted murder near ex-Congressman Zeldin's home
Noah Green, 20, of Shirley, has pleaded guilty to attempted murder in the second degree, conspiracy in the second degree, and other related charges for a shooting incident on October 9, 2022. The incident occurred in front of former United States Congressman Lee Zeldin’s home. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the plea today.
Riverhead man sentenced to 22 years for fatal stabbing
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced today that Gelber Lopez Perez, 20, of Riverhead, has been sentenced to 22 years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision. The sentencing follows his guilty plea to Manslaughter in the First Degree for the fatal stabbing of Tony Fernando Alvarado Ajcuc, 26, also of Riverhead.
Suffolk cardiologist sentenced for possessing child pornography
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that cardiologist Frank Pollaro, 55, of Deer Park, was sentenced to four to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child.
Riverhead man indicted for shooting into Hampton Bays residence
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the indictment of Lawrence Brown Jr., 26, of Riverhead, on charges including Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree. The indictment follows a shooting incident in Hampton Bays.
St. James man indicted for murder of ex-wife and her boyfriend
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Daniel Coppola, 50, of St. James, has been indicted on four counts of Murder in the First Degree. Coppola is accused of fatally shooting his ex-wife, Kelly Coppola, 50, and her boyfriend, Kenneth Pohlman Jr., 53, at their home in St. James.
Former president pleads guilty to stealing $70k from Dix Hills Soccer Club
Matthew Dickson, 44, of Dix Hills and the former Vice President and President of the Dix Hills Soccer Club, pleaded guilty to Petit Larceny for embezzling over $70,000 from the club in 2022. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney made the announcement on September 6, 2024.
Bay Shore man sentenced for stabbing former girlfriend during argument
Jorge Guevara, 49, of Bay Shore, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision. This follows a jury's June conviction for Attempted Assault in the First Degree and other charges related to an incident where he stabbed his former girlfriend in the neck with scissors.
District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announces hiring of twenty assistant district attorneys for 2024
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the appointment of 20 new Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs). This class of ADAs will first undergo an intensive multi-week training program taught by members of the Appeals and Training Bureau before they begin their tenure in Suffolk County First District Court, where they will prosecute misdemeanor crimes, gaining investigative and trial experience.
NYC employee arrested for submitting forged doctor notes
Alan Anderson, 55, of Oakdale, an employee of the New York City Administration for Children’s Services (ACS), was arrested for allegedly possessing and submitting 12 forged doctor notes to his employer in an effort to avoid appearing for work. This arrest is the result of a joint investigation by the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office and the New York City Department of Investigation.
Mother indicted for murder after wrong-way crash kills her nine-year-old child
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced today that Kerri Bedrick, 32, of Centerport, has been indicted for Murder in the Second Degree and other related charges. The indictment follows a multi-vehicle crash allegedly caused by Bedrick while impaired by methamphetamine, resulting in the death of her nine-year-old son.
Huntington man pleads guilty to grand larceny involving mother's pension
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney and New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced that Moses K. Johnson, 63, of Huntington, pleaded guilty to Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree for stealing more than $56,000 of his mother’s public pension payments following her death in April 2021.
Former facility manager sentenced for stealing from autistic residents
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced that Desiree Etheridge, 50, the former facility manager at Eden II in Saint James, has been sentenced to one to three years in prison. Etheridge pleaded guilty to Grand Larceny in the Third Degree for stealing funds from the ATM cards of six residents with autism spectrum disorder.
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