Man Arrested for Felony DWI and Driving Without an Interlock Device

Suffolk County Police today arrested a North Babylon man for driving while intoxicated and without an interlock device.

Fifth Precinct Community Oriented Police Enforcement (COPE) Officer Jaime Bustamante, who was on DWI Patrols as part of an increased effort to combat drinking and driving during the holiday weekend, observed the driver of a 2004 Ford Mustang who failed to signal when he turned from Main Street to Holbrook Road  in Patchogue. The driver continued speeding before the officer initiated a traffic stop on Holbrook Road at Waverly Avenue at 3:11 a.m.

Officer Bustamante determined that the driver of the Mustang, Gary Sabia, 24, of North Babylon, was intoxicated. Sabia was charged with Felony Driving While Intoxicated, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle 1^st Degree and Operating a Motor Vehicle without a Required Interlock Device. Sabia had a prior DWI conviction. He was scheduled for arraignment at First District Court in Central Islip on May 25.

A criminal charge is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

DiNapoli Response to Arrest of Former Old Field Treasurer

While conducting an audit and investigation of the Village of Old Field in Suffolk County, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli’s staff uncovered the misappropriation of nearly $60,000 in village funds by Andrea Brosnan, the former village treasurer.

Findings were referred to Suffolk County District Attorney Thomas J. Spota who conducted a further investigation and arrested Brosnan today. She has been charged with several felonies, including Grand Larceny in the second degree, Falsifying Business Records in the first degree, Defrauding the Government, as well as Official Misconduct.

DiNapoli’s audit of the Village of Old Field is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks.

“Instead of guarding taxpayer dollars and using them for proper village purposes, this former official stole tens of thousands of dollars to purchase clothing, electronics, gas, postage, utility payments and even used public money to help pay for her divorce,” DiNapoli said. “The coordinated efforts of District Attorney Spota’s office and members of my staff helped bring this individual to justice. My office will continue to work diligently to uncover any instances where public figures abuse their positions to steal from taxpayers.”

Cuomo To NY Residents - CHARGE!

Governor Cuomo Calls for Regulatory Reform to Expand the Number of Statewide Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Directs Top to Bottom Review of Regulations to Increase Electric Vehicle Usage in NY to 40,000 by 2018

Albany, NY (May 24, 2013) Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a top-to-bottom review of the State’s electric regulations and policies to support the expansion of New York’s market for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. This immediate review and the removal of regulatory barriers supports the Governor’s Charge NY initiative to create a statewide network of up to 3,000 public and workplace charging stations over the next five years and to put up to 40,000 plug-in vehicles on the road by 2018 and one million in 2025.

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After Three Car Crash Man Arrested For DWI With Six-Year-Old In Car

Kyle WilmSuffolk County Police today arrested a man for driving while intoxicated with his daughter in the car after he caused a three-car crash this evening in Huntington.

Kyle Wilm was driving a 2005 Dodge Pickup on East Main Street when he hit the rear of a 2007 Ford SUV at 5:05 p.m. The SUV then hit into a 1999 Toyota. Second Precinct Police Officer Nicholas Guerrero responded and observed Wilm was under the influence of alcohol and arrested him. Wilm’s 6-year-old daughter was in a booster seat in the backseat of the vehicle.

There were no injuries in the crash. Wilm’s vehicle was impounded for a safety check. Child Protective Services will be notified and the child was released to her mother.

Wilm, 41, of Huntington, was charged with Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a Passenger 15 Years Old or Younger (Leandra’s Law), Driving While Intoxicated and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. He is scheduled to be arraigned at First District Court in Central Islip on May 25.

A criminal charge is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Memorial Day Parades Throughout Smithtown

Kings Park -Memorial Day Parade - Begins at 9am at RJO Intermediate School. The parade is sponsored by American Legion Donald C. Munro Post 944. The parade will be followed by a ceremony.

St. James - Memorial Day Parade - Begins at 10am at the intersection of Lake Avenue and Woodlawn Ave. The parade is sponsored by Sgt. John W. Cooke VFW Post 395. The parade ends at St. James Elementary where a flag and wreath ceremony will take place.

Commack - Memorial Day Parade - Begins at 10am the parade begins at Home Depot on Larkfield Rd and Jericho Turnpike. The parade is sponsored by VFW Post 9263.

Smithtown - Memorial Day Parade - Begins at Noon. The parade begins at the corner of Route 111 and Main Street. The parade is sponsored by the Holy Mother Mary Council Knights of Columbus.

A Message From The Governor

Dear Fellow New Yorker,

New York has some of the most breathtaking outdoor scenery in the nation.  From the peaks of the Adirondacks to the roar of Niagara Falls, our state has a truly unparalleled natural beauty. 

As we head into summer — and campgrounds across the state are now open — we encourage you to consider planning a trip to one of our state’s majestic parks. 

To start planning your outdoor adventure, check out the 2013 camping guide and click here to find and book your spot at a campground near you this summer. 

Whether you’re an avid outdoor enthusiast or not, this is the year to experience New York’s great outdoors. See you around the campfire.

Sincerely,

The Office of the Governor

DEC - If You Care, Leave It There

If You Care, Leave It There DEC Urges New Yorkers Not To Disturb Fawns and Other Young Wildlife

New Yorkers should keep their distance and not to disturb newborn fawns or other young wildlife as many animals are in the peak season for giving birth, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today cautioned.

It is not unusual to see a young bird crouched in the yard or a young rabbit in the flower garden, both apparently abandoned. Finding a fawn deer lying by itself is also fairly common. Many people assume that young wildlife found alone are helpless and need assistance for their survival, however, in nearly all cases this is a mistake and typically human interaction does more damage than good. Those that see a fawn or other newborn wildlife should enjoy their encounter but keep it brief, maintain some distance and do not attempt to touch the animal.

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