I am happy to report the major April 2025 statistics for the 1st Precinct which held its community meeting on May 1, 2025:
328 arrests;
9 commercial burglaries;
1 residential burglary;
5 robberies with 2 being drug deals gone bad;
476 car crashes with 56 leaving the scene and 3 with serious injuries; and
11 motor vehicle thefts.
Community Liaison Officers Nick Schieda, Luke Denatov, and Dara Caramanico-Broyles jointly conducted the meeting.
Officer Schieda stated that there have been 212 overdose cases for the County this year with 34 fatal. There were several shootings in the Precinct.
Officer Denatov spoke about the upcoming Police Week on the campus of Yaphank Police Headquarters. Children of all ages are invited to learn about police work.
Officer Caramanico-Broyles told the residents about courtesy child car seat inspections to assist parents in their proper use. A youth soccer clinic is also planned.
A Lindenhurst resident complained about the dirt bike problem in her area. She stated that groups of young people ride in groups recklessly. The problem is being addressed.
The next community meeting will be June 5, 2025 at 7 pm at the Lindenhurst Public Library. All residents are welcome.
Justin Cooper
1st Precinct Coordinator
