Reunited and it feels so good! Suffolk County Police Third Precinct Police Officer Todd Rigney responded to a 911 call regarding ducklings in distress in a fast-moving creek on East Main Street in Bay Shore on June 21. Officer Rigney used a crab net to scoop out the 11 ducklings and safely reunite them with their mother. | Suffolk County Police Department

Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina joined Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine and Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney to announce an increase in foot and roadway patrols as the holiday season begins. SCPD officers will have a heightened presence at malls and shopping centers as well as on the roads, taking a zero-tolerance approach to those driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. SCPD officers arrested 145 people between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day in 2024 an

Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina joined Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney to announce the indictment of 13 gang members and associates for a vehicle theft ring. These suspects, part of the Hempstead/Freeport-based 5-L gang, broke into 52 vehicles, stealing 15, and stole 75 credit cards from within since February 2023. The department's Fifth Squad is credited with halting the operations with the assistance from our law enforcement partners. Additional investigation unc

In recognition of Women’s History Month, let us introduce Suffolk County Police Officer Jennifer Moody. Officer Moody, who joined the SCPD in 2015 and recently earned a spot in the Canine Section, is only the third female ever to work in the command, which requires passing a rigorous physical agility test to qualify. Officer Moody is currently training her dog Doc, a 1.5-year-old Belgian Malinois/German Shepherd mix, named after her brother, Glenn, who passed away in 2020. Glenn was affectionate

The Suffolk County Police Department, United States Coast Guard and the Port Jefferson Steamboat Company hosted an active shooter drill yesterday on a Port Jefferson ferry. Approximately 100 officers from multiple law enforcement agencies participated as part of the SCPD’s commitment to ensure law enforcement throughout the region have the latest training for active shooter scenarios as well as training to stop the bleed on wounded individuals. Earlier this year, Suffolk County Executive Steve B

Members of the Suffolk County Police Department work tirelessly to protect the residents of Suffolk County throughout the year, including during the holiday season. Suffolk County Police Commissioner Geraldine Hart and Chief of Department Stuart Cameron would like to thank the civilian and sworn members, and their four-legged companions, who will be working today so residents can have a safe, enjoyable holiday. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the Suffolk County Police Department! | Suffo

Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine and Suffolk County Police Acting Commissioner Robert Waring were joined by fellow county officials to announce the recent promotions of 68 members of the department. Among those promoted were Darrel Simmons, who was named Chief of Detectives, and William Doherty, who was named Deputy Chief of Patrol. Colleen Cooney became the department's second-highest ranked female as she attained the title of Deputy Inspector. Congratulations to all the promotees! | Suffolk

The Suffolk County Police Department, assisted by the New York State Police, MTA Police and the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office, arrested seven motorists during a sobriety checkpoint early this morning. A total of 656 vehicles went through the checkpoint, which took place in the LIRR parking lot located on Suffolk Avenue in Central Islip, from approximately 11 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Seven people will face charges related to driving while impaired by drugs or alcohol. The checkpoint was part of an ong

Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney and Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina Monday announced the arrests of a man and woman who ran a major drug operation from their Holbrook home. Detectives seized approximately $2 million in methamphetamines, cocaine, fentanyl and other drugs and equipment from the home of Caleb Moran and Jessica Medina-Rivas. Additionally, police seized $118,000 in cash as well as several firearms. In an attempt to elude police, Moran purchased a 2017 F