3rd Police Precinct Meeting opened at 07:05 pm on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at the Brentwood Library 34 Second Avenue, Brentwood
Next Meeting: July 1 meeting is Cancelled
Tuesday, August 5 is National Night Out at Roberto Clemente Park-details will be posted
Tuesday, September 2 Possibly Next Meeting
Meeting was well attended, approximately 42 people and 9 Officers which included Auxiliary POs
– Inspector Dave Regina opened the meeting, welcomed all and explained the format. He mentioned that Mike Kelly is now involved with Homeland Security and Mike Teplansky is the Deputy Inspector at the 2nd Precinct. He introduced Eric Dagastino, Matt McKee and James Lennon as new members of the 3rd Precinct.
– 3rd Precinct Year To Date Crime Statistics Presented
Overall numbers for crime are down while expanded rape is up slightly
Specific local issues are being addressed via this meeting and COPE efforts
– The Regional Program Director of MADD, Isai Fuentes, talked about the 45 yr history of the group and who, what they are and the services and programs they provide.
– A stabbing at Roberto Clemente Park on May 2nd was reported and detectives are asking for anyone with information to come forward. Wasn’t a random act, not a threat going into the park.
– A Brentwood woman was arrested on May 3rd for killing a man at the Bay Shore train station.
– A motor vehicle/motorcycle crash in Brentwood on May 11th resulted in the death of the motorcyclist.
– A shotgun fired in Bay Shore on May 7th resulted in charges of reckless endangerment and criminal trespass.
– Precinct SOT (Special Operations Team) Detectives conducted a targeted enforcement operation in and around the Bay Shore railroad station on May 13th that resulted in 2 arrests for possession and conspiracy to sell crack/cocaine.
– Hot Spot Policing around the Bay Shore train station on May 15th resulted in an arrest for possession of cocaine, heroin, Percocet, and a loaded stolen handgun. The person arrested also had a suspended license and 12 outstanding warrants.
– Hot Spot Policing in Bay Shore on May 30th resulted in an arrest for possession and criminal use of drug paraphernalia (crack cocaine, amphetamines and U.S. currency were recovered).
– 6 Other Hot Spot Policing arrests around Bay Shore in the month of May. One arrestee has been arrested 6 times since February 2024.
– Pedestrian/MV crashes reported as an 89 year old man was struck on Connetquot Ave., Islip and a 5 year old was struck in a parking lot in Bay Shore both on May 18th.
– Police are doing what they can regarding ATV/E-Bike and dirt bike use on the streets by citing and confiscating when they can.
– ShotSpotter reported an incident in Central Islip on May 25th but no one was located. Further investigation found a 13 yr old with a gunshot wound to the knee from that location.
– An E-Bike/MV crash in Bay Shore on May 27th resulted in the bike rider receiving critical injuries. A second crash in Kings Park on May 13th resulted in serious injuries to the bike rider too.
– Slides were presented on the definition of an E-Bike and who can ride them and where.
– Illegally parked vehicles parked in Brentwood on May 30th were impounded for the second time, the owner was cautioned about future violations.
– More scams are appearing regarding banking and everyone is cautioned to be aware at all times. Do not give personal info over the phone to anyone.
– The Puerto Rican-Hispanic Day Parade on June 1, 2025 was a big success and enjoyed by all.
– Auxiliary Police need volunteers and it is a great way to be involved and give back.
Meeting adjourned at 8:45pm
