In a string of incidents across Suffolk County, a bank robbery in Central Islip was the most brazen of several crimes reported this week.
Central Islip Bank Robber Threatens Violence and Escapes with Cash
A man robbed the Bank of America on Wheeler Road in Central Islip. The incident occurred on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, around 9:30 a.m., when the suspect entered the bank, verbally demanded cash, and threatened violence. He made sure his demands were clear by revealing what appeared to be a gun tucked into his waistband. The teller complied, handing over an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect, described as a Black male in his mid to late 30s, with a thin build and long black hair, fled on foot. He was last seen wearing a burgundy flannel shirt and black pants. Detectives are appealing to the public for information, urging anyone who can help to contact the Major Case Unit or Crime Stoppers.
Duo Steals Clothing from Commack Walmart
A pair of women are on the run after swiping nearly $360 worth of clothing from a Commack Walmart. The theft occurred on the evening of August 9, 2024, around 7 p.m. The two women entered the store, selected their items, and left without paying. They made their getaway in a silver Nissan sedan. Authorities are now seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating these suspects.
$700 Worth of Pokemon Cards Stolen from Medford Target
In a theft that will have collectors shaking their heads, a man made off with approximately $700 worth of Pokémon cards from a Medford Target. The crime took place on July 11, 2024, around 1:30 p.m. The man entered the store on Horseblock Road, selected the valuable merchandise, and exited without paying. The suspect remains at large, and police are calling on the community for help in tracking him down.
Two Men Steal Nearly $1,000 in Merchandise from Commack Five Below
Two thieves struck at a Five Below store in Commack, walking away with assorted merchandise valued at nearly $950. The incident occurred on August 11, 2024, around 3:50 p.m. The suspects entered the store, loaded up on items, and left without paying. Authorities are now seeking to identify and locate the duo responsible for the theft.
Porch Pirate Strikes in Northport
A Northport resident became the victim of a porch pirate when a man swiped a package from their doorstep. The theft occurred on July 12, 2024, at approximately 1:50 p.m. on Woodmere Drive. The stolen package contained a Wi-Fi booster, valued at around $250. The suspect remains unidentified, and police are requesting the public’s assistance in bringing him to justice.
Man Swipes Merchandise from Lake Grove’s Dick’s Sporting Goods
A man is wanted in connection with a theft at Dick’s Sporting Goods in Lake Grove. The incident took place on July 27, 2024, at around 8:30 p.m., when the suspect entered the store at Smith Haven Mall and walked out with stolen merchandise. Authorities are calling on the public to help identify the man involved in the crime.
Women Steal $1,800 in Cosmetics from Shirley’s Ulta Beauty
In a grand larceny case, two women made off with a haul of cosmetics worth approximately $1,800 from Ulta Beauty in Shirley. The theft occurred on July 26, 2024, around 4:25 p.m. The women fled the scene on foot and remain at large. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the investigation.
