Crime & Safety
Crimes Nearby: Corrections Officer From Ronkonkoma Charged With Perjury
Also, two Bayport men are accused of Dunkin' Donuts robbery spree.
Here’s a look at some of the top police stories that made headlines in and around your community this past week.
Sayville-Bayport
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Two Bayport men are facing a slew of D and E felony charges for allegedly robbing the Dunkin' Donut locations in Blue Point and Sayville on seven different days between November 8 and December 16, according to Suffolk Police.
Patchogue
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Lucero On DOJ Agreement: Sense of Responsibility Missing
Before the Suffolk County Legislature unanimously approved an agreement Tuesday with the Department of Justice that requires the Suffolk County Police Department to ensure it polices without bias, Joselo Lucero spoke to remind the legislature what it took to get there.
Miller Place-Rocky Point
Motor Vehicle Accident On 25A In Miller Place Requires Rescue Hydraulics
At around 6:55 p.m. two vehicles were entering the intersection between 25A and Miller Place Road in Miller Place when they struck one another. According to the Public Information Office (PIO), one of the drivers was able to get out of the car, while the other remained stuck.
Water Leak Closes Stairwell In High School
Fire Trucks and other emergency responders were called Dec. 19 to help with a water leak at the Miller Place High School. According to the high school principal's office, the water leak began sometime this morning and was causing water to seep out into one of the stairwells in the new wing.
Sachem
A Ronkonkoma man who works as a correction officer for the Nassau County Sheriff's Department has been arrested for allegedly making false statements before a grand jury and on sworn documents. According to Nassau County District Attorney's office, Joseph Donlon, 48 of Ronkonkoma, was arrested Monday along with retired officer John Andujar, 55 and now resides in Florida.
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