3rd Police Precinct Meeting opened at 07:00 PM on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at the Brentwood Public Library, 34 2nd Avenue, Brentwood

Next Meeting: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 7pm at the Brentwood Public Library, 34 2nd Avenue, Brentwood which is a change of location (Originally Advertised to be at the Central Islip Public Library, 33 Hawthorne Ave., Central Islip, NY as was mentioned at the meeting on April 7)

Meeting attendance was approximately 40 Civilians and 4 Police Officers.

COPE Officer John Wright opened the meeting and welcomed all.
-   He stressed that items should be brought to their attention before the next meeting by calling the COPE Office at 631-854-8308 or 631-854-7333. This allows the staff time to research the issue and have more definitive answers to present.  John introduced the Officers in attendance.  He requested that questions be held until the end so that the meeting could proceed. Then he turned the meeting over to Inspector Mike Kelly.

Inspector Mike Kelly reported the following:
-   Eric D’Agostino, the Deputy Inspector, and Capt. James Knoblach, the Executive Officer, were not present at the meeting.

-   The opening slide showed the latest crime statistics.  Year to date, there were 0 murders and 5 in 2025.  Burglaries are up in 2026 because Commercial Burglaries were up 122%.  Commercial Burglaries are up because of a change in the law which allows in some cases repeat shoplifters to be charged with burglar in lieu of shoplifting.  Rapes are down 83%.

-   Aggravated Assault was up in March in comparison to March of last year

-   Catalytic Converter Thefts are up in the precinct.  77 to date, with 219 in all of Suffolk. 3 to 4 subjects were seen canvassing neighborhoods for vehicles.  They were apprehended and it appears they were from the Bronx and traveled here for the crimes.  It takes approximately 60 seconds for them to remove a converter and flee.  

-   Commercial burglaries, 3 during February and March, by 3 individuals resulted in arrests.

-   An arrest was made on Calebs Path in Brentwood when a traffic stop led to the discovery of 2 Molotov Cocktails in the car.  The 3 persons were transported to the 3rd precinct for processing.

-   An SLA check at a restaurant in Brentwood led to  seven persons being arrested including the owner on narcotics related charges.  This was the result of surveillance triggered by community complaints.   Several ABC charges were also issued.  Weapons charges were added to one of the arrested. 

-   A Reckless Endangerment incident started in Central Islip at the CVS store when a report of shots fired  was logged.  The victim and suspect had fled when police arrived.  A witness provided the police with the name of the victim and a description of the suspect. The suspect was apprehended at the Central Islip RR station.  The suspect had a firearm on him.  The victim was uninjured.

-   Attendees were shown a new scam going on throughout the country.  Persons are sent a notice that they have unpaid tickets for speeding, parking or unpaid tolls.  They are warned that failure to pay immediately will result in additional fines and penalties.  People are cautioned to read carefully to see that it is a scam and do not respond, but do report it to the police.

-   Due to the Iran conflict there is a heightened possibility of sleeper cells being activated and/or people being radicalized.  There are now detectives assigned to the JTTF, increased patrols at religious institutions, more Officers deployed with long guns at parades and gatherings.  Anonymous reporting to crime stoppers is stressed during this time.  800- 220-TIPS (8477).

-   A Highway Patrol SITE unit (Specialized Incident Traffic Enforcement) operation in the 3rd Precinct  on March 5th, 18th and 31st on Suffolk Ave., Lincoln Blvd., Caleb’s Path and Fifth Ave. resulted in 168 summons, 147 were for moving violations.  These targeted areas often result in improved traffic flow afterwards.

-   Upcoming Community Events: April 8 - BayShore Mall Coffee with a Cop; April 18 9:30-11:00 Earth Day cleanup Brook St. and Milton St., Islip; April 26 9:30 EJ Autism 4 mile run East Islip Marina; April 23-26 East Islip Fire Department Spring Carnival 30 E. Main St., East Islip

-   A shout out was given to the Auxiliary Police for their efforts in support of the 3rd Precinct in many non-enforcement areas, and asking anyone with the time to consider volunteering with them.

-   The Precinct Level Advisory Board (PLAB) was mentioned, with several members present, as they help shape the future for the Precinct.

-   The various phone numbers and social media sites were listed to contact the 3rd Police Precinct for non-emergency issues (COPE & Community Liaison Officer 631-854-8308 or 631-854-7333; email at scpd.3rdprecinct@suffolkcountyny.gov; Suffolk County Crime Stoppers 1-800-220-TIPS; Suffolk Non-Emergency 631-852-COPS).  Follow on Instagram, scpd3rdprecinct.  It was stressed that if you need immediate assistance, that you must DIAL 911.

The meeting ended at 07:21PM for side bars and other small discussions with COPE and other Police Officers

April 14, 2026
Meeting started 7:00 PM
In attendance;
Inspector Doherty, Deputy Inspector, one SGT, 3 Officers
4 Aux. officers
24 civilians
Crime Statistics
Robbery, 2 last 28 days, 6 YTD
Burglary- Residential, 0 last 28 days, 3 YTD
Burglary- Commercial, 1 last 28 days, 4 YTD
Larceny,  93 last 28 days, 260 YTD down 54 from 2025
Motor Vehicle theft 13 last 28 days, up 1 from 2025

Site Enforcement
98 summonses were issued
85 moving violations 
13 non-moving
Aux Police Capt. explains the nature of their position and are actively recruiting

E-Bike code is brought up on the screen and all the laws that cover E- bikes and Scooter as the summer season begins

Police Explorers perform a planting project at the 5th Precinct
5th Precinct works with the youth at Boces Skills USA, about Police work
5th Precinct with Patchogue Village holds their Annual Easter egg Hunt
5th Precinct in attendance at Sayville Spring Fest to educate and meet the community
The 9th Annual Prom Impact will take place Saturday April 18th from 10-6 PM
Police Officer Daniel Colondona, Memorial Food Drive will be taking collections until 4-15-2026
next meeting MAy 12, 2026 @ 7;00 PM
submitted by Lenny Camarda April 15, 2026

3rd Police Precinct Meeting opened at 11:10AM on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at the BayShore Brightwaters Public Library, 1 S Country Rd., Brightwaters

Next Meeting: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 7pm at the Brentwood Public Library, 34 2nd Avenue, Brentwood

Meeting attendance was approximately 20 Civilians and 7 Police Officers.  Attendance was good, but less than would attend an evening meeting.

COPE Officer John Wright opened the meeting and welcomed all.
•	He stressed that items should be brought to their attention before the next meeting by calling the COPE Office at 631-854-8308 or 631-854-7333. This allows the staff time to research the issue and have more definitive answers to present.  John introduced the Officers in attendance.  He requested that questions be held until the end so that the meeting could proceed. Then he turned the meeting over to Inspector Mike Kelly.

Inspector Mike Kelly reported the following:
-   He introduced Eric D’Agostino as the Deputy Inspector, and Capt. James Knoblach as the Executive Officer.

-   The opening slide showed the latest crime statistics.  Year to date, there were 0 murders and 2 in 2025.  Burglaries are up in 2026 because commercial burglaries were up 300% in February. 

-   A chart was shown with data that indicates there has been a year over year decrease in crime in the last 6 years.

-   On February 3, 206 a CSU officer recognized a tattoo on a suspect that tied him to 5 burglaries in the area during January of this year.

-   2 arrests were made for aggravated assault ( menacing with a weapon).

-   A pattern in jet ski larcenies was established and 19 additional charges were added to a suspects’ 9 existing charges.  This was for a spree during the summer of 2024.

 -   While exercising a search on a warrant for a rape, the officers observed the suspect attempt to flee and subsequently arrested him for the rape and possession of a weapon.

-   Fatal overdoses are tracking down.  It is believed that this is the result of Officers and EMT’s carrying Narcan and less Fentanyl getting into the country.

-   Due to the Iran conflict there is a heightened possibility of sleeper cells being activated.  There       are now detectives assigned to the JTTF, increased patrols at religious institutions, more Officers deployed with long guns at parades and gatherings.  Anonymous reporting to crime stoppers is stressed during this time.  800- 220-TIPS (8477).

-   Repeated/updated from last month, Drug Overdose Analysis: 2025-132 fatal overdoses and 711 overdoses.  Fatal drug overdoses were down by 21% in 2025 from 2024.  Drug overdoses continue to plague the county, but we are seeing an improvement.

-   A Homeless Outreach was conducted to assist the homeless.  They were offered health counseling, drug rehab, and shelter assistance.  Known homeless locations are checked regularly by the police to offer assistance in the cold spell.  This service is also initiated during hurricanes and other severe weather emergencies.

-   A Highway Patrol SITE unit operation in the 3rd Precinct  on January 13 and 23 on Suffolk Ave., Fifth Ave., Sunrise Hwy. Service Road, Calebs Path and Fulton St. resulted in 104 summons, 89 were for moving violations.  These targeted areas often result in improved traffic flow afterwards.

-   Upcoming Community Events: March 14 - BayShore St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and March 21 Brentwood St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

-   A shout out was given to the Auxiliary Police for their efforts in support of the 3rd Precinct in many non-enforcement areas, and asking anyone with the time to consider volunteering with them.

-   The Precinct Level Advisory Board (PLAB) was discussed as they help shape the future for the Precinct.  The 2 year terms are ending for several of the members and new people need to be brought in.

-   SCPD will not ask your immigration status during any call for service, including, but not limited to: Victims of a crime, Car accidents, Domestic incidents, Aided cases, Landlord/tenant disputes.

-   The various phone numbers and social media sites were listed to contact the 3rd Police Precinct for non-emergency issues (COPE & Community Liaison Officer 631-854-8308 or 631-854-7333; email at scp.3rdprecinct@suffolkcountyny.gov; Suffolk County Crime Stoppers 1-800-220-TIPS; Suffolk Non-Emergency 631-852-COPS).  Follow on Instagram, scpd3rdprecinct.  It was stressed that if you need immediate assistance, that you must DIAL 911.

The meeting ended at 11:30AM for side bars and other small discussions with COPE and other Police Officers.