Suffolk County District Attorney
Coverage of Suffolk County District Attorney in the Nexus archive.
- Long Island lawyer stole over $800K from clients, used it for gambling: DA
A Wading River attorney, Peter, has been arrested for allegedly stealing over $800,000 from clients and other individuals between October 2023 and October 2025, using the funds for gambling and personal expenses, according to Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney.
- Long Island attorney stole nearly $400K from clients, used it for bills: DA
A Syosset attorney stole nearly $400,000 from clients’ escrow accounts between August 2021 and March 2023, using the funds for personal bills and business expenses. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced the case, stating the lawyer was sentenced to jail for the theft.
- Stony Brook student arrested for selling meth out of dorm room: DA
A Stony Brook University student has been arrested for allegedly selling methamphetamine out of his dorm room. William Turri, 20, from Fairport, is accused of distributing Adderall, according to Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney.
- NY man accused of making and possessing illegal guns: DA
A Long Island man is accused of making and possessing illegal guns, according to Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney. Matthew Hibner faces multiple charges for possessing firearms without a proper license.
- New York bills could abolish life without parole for serial killers and cop killers, critics warn
New York lawmakers are considering bills that could lead to the early release of violent criminals, including serial killers and mass murderers, sparking criticism from officials and victims' families. Critics argue the proposed reforms, such as the Elder Parole program, prioritize criminals over victims and could endanger public safety.