4th Precinct Meeting 10-4-2022
4th precinct Inspector Regina ran the meeting.
President Kevin O’Hare and 2nd Vice President Lauri Murphy were in attendance.
October is domestic violence month.
The guest speakers for the evening were Keyri Chicas and Elizabeth Gillespi from the Suffolk County Police domestic violence bureau.
Topics included domestic violence does not necessarily need to be between a husband and wife. It can also be between siblings, cousins etc. Domestic violence cases can be handled in family or criminal court.
Elder abuse and animal cruelty are also issues that was also discussed.
They explained the various orders of protection that are available to victims of domestic violence.
It was a very informative presentation.
Inspector Regina spoke about several incidents in the precinct including a threat of mass harm at Sachem North high school. The 4th precinct detective squad was involved and a 15 year old student was apprehended.
There have been several smash and grab (burglary) incidents. Working together with the 3rd precinct an arrest was made.
The individual featured on news 12 that had been stealing Halloween decorations in Smithtown has been arrested.
The issue of loud music at night has decreased. Some speakers have been confiscated.
Catalytic converter thefts continue to be a large problem. Hondas are being targeted at an increased rate. Etching kits were distributed in St. James in an attempt to discourage these thefts.
The next community meeting will be held November 1st.
Thanks to Bob Murphy
