Suffolk County Police Department News
Suffolk County Police Department News
Fatal Crash Kills Pedestrian in Easter Weekend Tragedy
Suffolk County Police Fifth Squad detectives are investigating a motor vehicle crash that killed a man walking in the street in Bluepoint Saturday night.
Police Bust Village of Patchogue Worker for Impersonating a Cop
A Village of Patchogue Code Enforcement Officer was fired and arrested after police claimed he impersonated a cop, pulled over a woman, placed her in cuffs, and drove her home.
Suffolk County Extends Street Takeover Task Force, Add 9 Highway Patrol Officers
The Fall 2024-implemented task force designed to combat drag racing and vehicular recklessness issued more than 3,300 summons and made 21 arrests.
Unsolved Cases During National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
Crime Victims Rights' Week is this week and Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) is looking for your help. SCPD hopes to garner information from the public to aid getting justice for victims.
Suffolk Police: 15-Year-Old Stabs Grandmother to Death
Suffolk County Police arrested a 15-year-old boy who they claim stabbed his mother and fatally stabbed his grandmother in Selden.
Three Reckless Drivers Cited in Mt. Sinai Car Meet
Dezarae Manzanares, 19, of Rocky Point, Anthony Rojas, 18, of Coram; and an unnamed 17-year-old male were issued a total of 23 summonses, including “Trespass and Loitering.”
BREAKING NEWS: Fatal Fire at Animal Sanctuary Kills Owner and 100-Plus Cats
Suffolk County Police Chief of Detectives William Doherty announced at midday on Monday, March 31st they are actively investigating the Medford blaze that took the lives of the beloved owner of Happy Cat Sanctuary and at least 100 cats.
By Way of Insanity: Dix Hills Son Kills Dad, Pleads ‘Not Guilty’ After Chilling Admission
Jack Miller picked up Christopher Miller from the hospital hours after filing a missing person report. A day later, his son murdered him.
Three Cops and a Baby
Three SCPD officers sprung into action to help deliver a baby girl on the side of Sunrise Highway who could not and would not wait to be welcomed into the world.
Cops Save Man from Choking on Food in Bay Shore
A man choking on a piece of food called 911, and two Suffolk County cops out of the Third Precinct responded in swift order.
South Shore Press Video Vault: Second Amendment Attorney Amy L. Bellantoni on Big Case With SCPD
A recent court settlement impacts every firearm owner and pistol permit holder in Suffolk County
Deadly Shooting Disrupts Quiet Ridge Neighborhood
After attempts to coax the man out failed, police broke in and discovered the homeowner, Gerard Senatore, dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Suffolk County's Top Cop Officially Sworn In
Kevin Catalina was sworn in as the Suffolk County Police Commissioner after he was approved by the Suffolk County Legislature.
New Top Cop on Tap for Suffolk
Catalina, 57, relieves Acting Commissioner Robert Waring, who assumed the role at Romaine’s request as he searched nationwide for a new top cop. Waring, a 39-year police veteran, will return to his previous post as chief of department. Catalina succeeds Rodney Harrison, an appointee of former County Executive Steve Bellone.
Sheriff Toulon Praises Pick for New SCPD Commissioner
Catalina served at both the New York City Police Department (NYPD) and the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office prior to his service with the Suffolk County Police Department.
Suffolk County Cops Make Fast and Furious Bust on Road Warriors
According to police, law enforcement on patrol spotted a 2018 Audi racing a 2011 Infiniti at speeds of more than 90 miles per hour on Sills Road, near Woodside Avenue, in Medford.
Officer Up: SSP Speaks to Stony Brook Hospital’s Dr. Voss after Injured Hero Cop’s Release
Gallagher—for the second time in three years—left Stony Brook Hospital in better shape than when he was admitted. In December of 2022, he was stabbed in Medford while on the job. Upon recovery, he opted for Highway Patrol, as opposed to desk duty detail.
South Shore Press Video Vault: Hero SCPD Officer Brendon Gallagher Heads Home
He was critically injured in a car crash while pursuing a suspect on the Long Island Expressway. Now hero SCPD Officer Brendon Gallagher heads home and is on the road to recovery, after his discharge from Stony Brook University Hospital
BREAKING NEWS: Critically Injured Cop Headed Home
The Suffolk County Police Department announced that critically injured cop Brendon Gallagher is being released from Stony Brook University Hospital Monday morning.
Cops Investigating Fatal Centereach Crash
At this time police are not releasing the name of the victim until they can notify next of kin of the fatal crash
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Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer Eprine Home Care Engaged in Pregnancy Discrimination
Yaniris Mejia has filed a lawsuit against her former employer Eprine Home Care for alleged pregnancy discrimination and wrongful termination related to her high-risk pregnancy leave.
Wrongfully convicted man sues NYPD after 37-year battle to prove innocence
Keith Roberts has filed a lawsuit against several NYPD officers and the City of New York after spending nearly four decades clearing his name from a wrongful murder conviction.
Geico sues New York pharmacy over alleged $3 million insurance fraud scheme involving fake prescriptions
Insurance company Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO) has filed a lawsuit against a New York-based pharmacy and its associates for allegedly orchestrating an elaborate insurance fraud scheme.