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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

Megan E. Sheppard, 32, of Mattituck was driving southeast on Brander Parkway on Sunday, July 19 at about 2:20 a.m. when she was stopped by police for failing to stay in lane. Following an investigation, she was arrested for driving while intoxicated. Ms. Sheppard was held overnight and arraigned in Shelter Island Justice Court, Judge Mary-Faith Westervelt presiding, later in the morning. She was released on her own recognizance and instructed to appear back in court at a later date.

Also on Sunday, July 19, Konstantin Obuhovs, 28, of Brooklyn was driving on North Ferry Road at about 8:30 p.m. when he was stopped for failure to keep right, to stop at a stop sign and to stay in lane. He was then arrested for DWI, arraigned in Justice Court in front of Judge Westervelt, given a later court date and released on cash bail of $750.

At about 12:15 a.m. on Monday, July 20, Joshua B. Weinstein, 44, of New York City was stopped on North Ferry Road when he failed to stay in lane. He was arrested for DWI and refused a field test. Mr. Weinstein was arraigned in court, Judge Westervelt on the bench, released on $750 bail and given an appearance ticket for a later date in court.

SUMMONSES
Lena M. Cordtsgorcoff, 19, of Shelter Island was stopped by police on Baldwin Road on July 14 and given a ticket for driving an uninspected vehicle.

Samuel Singer, 58, of New York City was ticketed in the waters off Crescent Beach for not having a validation sticker.

Biana Maria Cortes, 20, of Mastic Beach was ticketed on Grand Avenue on July 19 for a license plate violation and for operating a vehicle with a revoked/suspended registration.

Gregg H. Feinstein, 53, of New York City was given a summons on North Menantic Road on July 19 for using a cellphone without a hands-free device.

Frank S. Sorrentino III, 53 of Sag Harbor was ticketed in West Neck Harbor on July 19 for unsafe operation — six people were in a four-person dinghy.

Also on the 19th, Natalie Sticesen, 40, of Union, New Jersey was given a summons in West Neck Harbor for failure to display a registration number on her boat.

ACCIDENTS
Lillian King of Shelter Island was driving south on Grand Avenue on July 15 and was attempting to park in front of the Shelter Island Heights Pharmacy when she hit a parked car belonging to Gerald L. Sullivan of Shelter Island. There was minor damage estimated — a scrape on her vehicle’s right side, rear quarter panel and a scrape on the other vehicle’s left front quarter panel.

On July 17, Mark A. Glueckert of Fulton, Georgia was traveling southbound on West Neck Road and approaching a curve when he saw a deer running. His motorcycle flipped over. He left the scene but came to the police station the next day to make a report. Mr. Glueckert, 50, was given a ticket for leaving the scene of an accident.
Bennett L. Karnis of Shelter Island was backing out of a driveway on Smith Street on July 18 when he hit a vehicle driven by Cecilia Kraus of Shelter Island. There was over $1,000 estimated in damage to the left rear of Mr. Karnis’ vehicle and the right rear of Ms. Kraus’s.

On July 20, Patricia Sulahian of Shelter Island was backing out of a driveway onto Stearns Point Road when she hit a Shelter Island Fire Department Chief’s car that was also parked in the driveway. There was over $1,000 in damage to the left rear of Ms. Sulahian’s vehicle and the right front of the chief’s car.

OTHER REPORTS
Police responded to a landlord/tenant dispute on July 14.

On July 14 a caller reported that the driver of a van headed southbound on Route 114 was possibly intoxicated.

Police patrolled Route 114 from the North to South ferries with negative results.

Police received a report on July 15 that a 38-foot sailboat was illegally moored. The next day police were informed that the boat had accidentally been left at the wrong mooring.

A caller told police on July 16 that a ball from the basketball courts at Fiske Field had hit his house, causing a dent in his front storm door screen.

An anonymous caller reported a dog at large on a Shorewood beach on July 16. Its owner retrieved the dog before police arrived. Police advised a second dog owner on the beach about the town code on dogs on public beaches.

On July 16, a Silver Beach caller complained about people on a private beach. Police advised the group to move to a different location.

On July 18, there was a Silver Beach report of people who were on a beach and not below the mean high tide mark. They moved with no incident.

Also on the 18th, a caller complained that people on his beach had built a fire and were yelling. Police advised them to put out the fire and clean up the area. According to the police report, they were not actually on the caller’s property.

On July 16, a caller advised a cyclist, who was riding in the middle of a West Neck roadway, to stay to the side of the road. The rider was verbally abusive in response. Police canvassed the area with negative results

Police documented a case, civil in nature, for the courts on July 16.

A missing canoe was reported in West Neck on July 17, possibly swept away in a high tide.

On July 17, two people on a paddleboard were unable to get back to a beach in West Neck. Police transported them to shore with a warning in the future to have PFDs on board. On the 19th, police learned via VHF that two paddleboarders were in distress and drifting with the tide. A marine unit took the passengers on board and returned them to Crescent Beach.

Police received a report on July 17 that each morning a dog was barking continuously in Silver Beach. The owner was contacted and warned about “enforcement action” if the complaints continued.

On July 17, police noticed that a large tree had fallen on a Center roadway, blocking both lanes. The Highway Department was notified.

The Shelter Island Fire Department responded to a report of a small gas leak from the undercarriage of a vehicle on July 17 in Menantic. The vehicle was declared safe to tow for repairs.

Loud music was reported at a Center residence at 8 p.m. on July 18. The owner turned down the volume.

On July 18, police responded to a call from the Southampton Police Department regarding a burglary in progress in North Haven; a South Ferry foot passenger was interviewed in the South Ferry parking area. No problems were noted. The police said the incident is under review.

An anonymous caller reported hearing gunshots in the Center on July 18. Police searched the area with no results.

On July 19, three motorcycles were reported parked in West Neck with no plates, possibly to avoid parking tickets. The police noted the motorcycles were parked so they did not take parking spots away from residents.

The riders were advised to move and complied.

An anonymous caller reported on July 19 that vehicles were blocking the Second Ram Island Causeway. They were part of a group taking photos and were advised to move their vehicles off the roadway.

On July 19, a marine unit took passengers on board from a disabled boat in Shanty Bay and then towed the boat to a slip at Congdon Creek dock.

Police noticed a dinghy adrift in Silver Beach on July 19 and held onto it until the owner responded.

A dog at large was found by a caller in the Center on July 20. The owner called about the dog and retrieved it.

The SIFD responded to an alarm at a Dering Harbor residence on July 14. An HVAC worker on site said the alarm was set off by a cloud of refrigerant.

Two burglary alarms were activated in the Heights and on Ram Island on July 17 and 19 respectively. There were problems with the alarm system in one case; vibration sensors, set off by loud music, activated the second alarm.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported seven people to Eastern Long Island Hospital on July 14, 16, 18, 19 and 20.

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

Sobriety check points were stepped up this past weekend between Saturday, July 25 at 8 p.m. and Sunday morning at 4 a.m. as part of the Suffolk County District Attorney’s East End DWI Task Force. The following resulted from safety check points and random patrol checks on the Island.

Michael J. Crofton, 61, of New Canaan, Connecticut was arrested for driving while intoxicated, held overnight, and arraigned in Shelter Island Justice Court, Judge Mary-Faith Westervelt presiding. He was released on his own recognizance.

Matthew Maloney, 26, of Southold was issued a field appearance ticket for unlawful possession of marijuana.
Police advised that the Task Force will continue to be in operation on the East End throughout the summer.

Motorists are reminded to assign a designated driver, call for a taxi or make arrangements to stay at a location if they have been drinking. They should also to be sure to wear seatbelts and refrain from texting or talking on cell phones while driving.

SUMMONSES
Amber Anglin, 31, of Shelter Island was driving on North Ferry Road on July 22 when she was ticketed for aggravated unlicensed operation in the 3rd degree and for operating a vehicle with a suspended/revoked registration.

Roberto D. Carbajal Martinez, 36, of Baltimore, Maryland was stopped on St. Mary’s Road on July 23 for driving without insurance and for operating a vehicle with a suspended/revoked registration.

David N. Howell, 56, of East Pat­chogue was ticketed on Ram Island Drive for failure to keep to the right.
On July 24, Noel P. Gaines, 55, of Mattituck was given a summons on South Ferry Road for driving with a suspended/revoked registration.

Marvin D. Perezpineda, 35, of Hampton Bays was stopped on Smith Street on July 24 for having inadequate brake lights, driving without a license and operating a vehicle with a suspended/revoked registration. According to Suffolk County law, his vehicle was seized as the result of a previous conviction.

Hamilton Rolfe David, 46, of Boulder, Colorado was ticketed on South Ferry Road on July 24 for speeding — 52 mph in a 40-mph zone. He was also given a summons for aggravated unlicensed operation in the 3rd degree.

On July 24, Karen D. Euceda Gutierrez, 35, of Laurel, Maryland was ticketed on North Ferry Road for using a portable electronic device and for unlicensed operation.

Richard S. Phillips, 23, of Bridgewater, New Jersey was given a ticket on West Neck Road on July 25 for failure to stop at a stop sign.

Robert D. Reid, 42, of New York City was given a summons by a marine unit in the North Channel for having an unregistered boat.

Ross S. Burack, 25, of Rye Brook, New York was ticketed on the 26th in the North Channel for not having a safety certificate for a PWC.

Jeffrey Bennett Greene, 60, of Palm Beach, Florida was given a ticket in West Neck Creek on July 26 for failure to carry a registration certificate for his boat.

Jacob H. Hamrick, 30, of Shelter Island was ticketed at Sunset Beach at about 9:15 p.m. for permitting amplified music in excess of 50 DBA in the rear and deck areas.

Traffic Control Officers issued 43 parking tickets during the week.

ACCIDENTS
On July 20 Brianna L. Kimmelmann of Shelter Island was driving on a private driveway off Grand Avenue; James McCarthy was pulling into the driveway and then stopped. Ms. Kimmelmann hit the right front bumper and tire of Mr. McCarthy’s vehicle and caused a long scrape alongside her vehicle.

On the 22nd, Richard A. Zaun of Shelter Island was backing out of a parking place at the Chase Bank when he hit a vehicle driven by M. McCann-Moderelli of Pelham, New York, who was stopped and waiting to enter a parking place. There was over $1,000 in damage estimated.

On July 24, Police Officer Anthony J. Rando was conducting a traffic stop on South Ferry Road when Brooke A. Weingarten of New York City failed to move over for Officer Rando’s police car and sideswiped it. There was no damage to the patrol car and minor damage to the side-view mirror of Ms. Weingarten’s vehicle. Ms. Weingarten, 36, was given a ticket for not exhibiting “due care for an emergency vehicle while stopped or standing.”

An employee of Piccozzi’s Gas Station reported on July 26 that there had been damage to the 6-foot retaining wall on the property, due to an apparent motor vehicle accident overnight. There was minor damage to the wall, unknown damage to the vehicle that had left the scene of the accident.

Also on July 26, Angus M. Ogilvie of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma backed into a vehicle owned by Joseph P. McCarthy of Southold, which was parked on Ram Island Drive. A witness heard the accident and called the police who subsequently located Mr. Ogilvie, 16. He was given a summons for leaving the scene of an accident with property damage. There was minor damage to Mr. Ogilvie’s vehicle and damage to the pick up bed on the driver’s-side of Mr. McCarthy’s vehicle.

OTHER REPORTS
Police investigated a report on July 21 that someone had entered an unlocked car parked on a Center driveway overnight and taken property.

Police responded to a landlord/tenant dispute on July 21 in South Ferry Hills. The caller was advised that the situation was civil in nature.

On July 22, a caller reported helicopters landing and taking off at a field in Westmoreland. The complainant was advised that it was legal to do so.

There was a complaint on July 22 that a person was shellfishing illegally in West Neck. Police found the person had a legal commercial shellfishing permit and had taken less than the legal limit.

On July 23, a Center resident told police that a neighbor’s dog had been on the caller’s property on a number of occasions. The police were not successful in contacting the dog’s owner; the dog warden was notified.

Two dogs at large were reported in the Center on July 23. After a “brief argumentative discussion,” the owner was advised a summons would be issued if the situation continues.

On July 23, a Center caller told police that someone may have been throwing stones at the side of the house.

Police patrolled the property and surrounding area with negative results.

Police received a call in the Heights on July 24 about someone driving in the area at a high rate of speed. The area was canvassed with negative results.

On July 25, a Center caller reported dogs barking in the neighborhood at about 12:30 a.m. Police could hear the dogs in the background on the call but the barking had stopped when police arrived.

Police conducted an SLA check at the Chequit on July 25; no violations were noted.

Police responded to a complaint on July 25 about a person who had been previously advised to stay away from the property and the complainant. Police subsequently informed the person that failure to comply would result in an arrest.

On July 25, in response to a call, an injured faun in the Center, with a nearly severed front leg, was removed for treatment by Hamptons Wildlife.

On July 25, a petit larceny was reported in the Center and a burglary in the Tarkettle area.

Police were conducting stationary enforcement on July 25 when they saw a person attempting to grab her five dogs who were in an altercation with two other dogs. Police put the two dogs in the police car and issued a warning to the other dogs’ owner.

A Hay Beach caller complained on July 25 about a person yelling in the neighborhood; police interviewed all the parties involved.

At about 10:25 p.m. on July 25, a caller complained about loud music in Menantic. Police located a post-fundraiser party and, on request, the band stopped playing.

A caller told police on July 25 at about 11:45 p.m. that there was noise and lights on at Fiske Field basketball courts in the Center. The complainant requested that the lights be turned off at 10 p.m. as they had been in the past.

Police responded to a possible domestic dispute at a West Neck hotel on July 25 and found an intoxicated person in the lobby.

A marine unit on patrol noticed a boat grounded on July 25; passengers were checked for any injuries.

A sailboat was in distress off West Neck on July 26; a marine unit guided the boat back to its home dock.

Police helped a caller whose boat had hit a rock off West Neck on July 26 and stood by until SeaTow arrived.

A dog at large in West Neck was reported by an anonymous caller on July 27; the dog ran off into a wooded area.

On July 27th, a resident requested a police patrol of St. Mary’s Road because of speeding vehicles.

Police pumped out two sinking boats in Silver Beach on July 27.

Four fire alarms were set off on July 22, 23 and 24 at residences in Hay Beach, Silver Beach, Ram Island and West Neck. All four were declared false alarms by the fire chiefs who responded.

One burglary alarm was activated at a residence in Cartwright on July 26; police said the premises were secure.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported six people to Eastern Long Island Hospital on July 21, 22, 23 and 24.

REPORTER FILE PHOTO The Town Board at Tuesday’s work session discussed an incident between a woman and a police officer one night last month.

The Town Board, after questions from a resident at Tuesday’s work session, reiterated their position that there were no racial issues involved with an encounter between a police officer and a woman at South Ferry on the night of July 18.

Eleanor Oakley’s questions, directed to the board in their role as police commissioners overseeing the department, revealed that the African-American woman, a visitor staying with a friend on the Island, had been contacted by the Police Department. According to Supervisor Jim Dougherty the woman, who was stopped and questioned, “really didn’t have a problem” with the encounter.

According to police reports, the officer responded to a call from the Southampton Police Department regarding a burglary in progress in North Haven, asking to check the Island side of the ferry for suspects arriving on foot.

The officer waited through several arrivals and stopped the only suspect, the woman who emerged on foot.
The Shelter Island Police report initially said no problems were noted. But a week later, in a letter to the Reporter, Jackie Black identified the passenger as her houseguest, returning from a fundraiser in Bridgehampton, who had been waiting for a cab to take her to Ms. Black’s house.

The police reported that the officer asked for identification, and when she responded that she had none, the officer looked in her bag. Police reports said the officer asked if he could check her bag. Finding a business card that identified her as a White House employee, the officer “backed off,” Ms. Black wrote. The police said the officer offered to give her a ride, but she preferred to wait for the cab.

In the commissioners’ statement, they added they had “made some suggestions” to the department “regarding procedures to follow in the future in such instances.”

Tuesday, Ms. Oakley asked, “what is your comfort level with the way the issue was handled?”
Supervisor Dougherty said the commissioners “met immediately” with Police Chief Jim Read and Detective Sergeant Jack Thilberg and “we grilled them pretty extensively,” but found no basis for racial allegations.
Chief Read echoed that, saying, “any profiling or allegations of profiling are unfounded. The officer was just doing his job.”

Ms. Oakley asked if a similar situation arose would the board be satisfied if it was handled the same way, specifically an officer asking for identification and then going though a woman’s pocketbook.

“My understanding is that would not happen again,” Councilman Paul Shepherd said. He noted the officer had been “operating without sufficient information,” and “it’s been discussed at length with him.”

Chief Read added that radio communications of the burglary incident had not provided enough information for the officer.

Ms. Oakley said she’d like to ask other members of the board about police procedures during the encounter.

“We’ll go around the table here” but “we can’t have a deposition,” said Mr. Dougherty, angrily.

Ms. Oakley said she was sorry Mr. Dougherty had taken that attitude.

“I thought it was handled perfectly fine,” Mr. Dougherty responded.

The rest of the board agreed.

Mr. Shepherd said he was “absolutely confident” the commissioner’s decision that no racism was involved is the right one.

Chief Read said his organization examines every incident to see ways to improve.

Ms. Oakley said she was sure the department did, but believed she had the right to ask questions “without people getting really defensive and putting more in it than there actually is.”

Mr. Dougherty, laughing, said, “It’s the pot calling the kettle black.”

When issues arise, Ms. Oakley said, it should be spoken about in public forums, and not “just talked about over the back fence. That’s what I was attempting to do.”

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

Following an investigation, Dana Foster, 44, of Shelter Island was arrested on Tuesday, July 28 at about 5 p.m. and charged with criminal mischief in the 4th degree. He was arraigned in Shelter Island Justice Court, Judge Mary-Faith Westervelt presiding, and released on cash bail of $500. An order of protection was issued on behalf of the alleged victim.

Edy Garcia, 26, of Greenport was driving on Burns Road on Friday, July 31, at about 7 a.m. when he was stopped for speeding and for failure to signal a turn. He was subsequently arrested for unlicensed operation and aggravated unlicensed operation in the 3rd degree. Mr. Garcia’s vehicle was impounded, under Suffolk County’s seizure law, for having a prior conviction for unlicensed operation.

Mr. Garcia was released on $200 station house bail and given an appearance ticket for Shelter Island Justice Court at a later date.

SUMMONSES
Twenty-nine tickets were issued during the week, 24 at traffic safety road checks on Grand Avenue in the Heights and on South Ferry Road during the morning of August 3 (see stroy, page 1).

Earlier in the week, Stephanie J. Bucalo, 58, of Shelter Island was given a summons on North Ferry Road on July 30 for having two dogs at large, a violation of town code.

On July 31, Lindsey M. Purcell, 34, of Shelter Island was ticketed on New York Avenue for speeding — 40 mph in a 25-mph zone.

Thomas R. Ross, 58, of Chicago, Illinois was ticketed in the North Channel on August 1 for operating a boat at over 5 mph within 100 feet of an anchorage.

Raymond W. Miller, 77, of Great Neck was ticketed on August 2 in West Neck Harbor for operating an unregistered boat.

Also on the 2nd, Frank A. Cilione, 49, of East Hampton was given a summons in North Channel for not having a “throwable” lifesaving device on board.

The following tickets were issued as a result of road checks on the morning of August 3:
Ronald A. Landaverde, 23, of Brentwood was given a ticket for driving with a permit but without a licensed driver.

Edith Torres Galicia, 36, of Greenport; Henry L. Munoz, 44, of Laurel, Maryland; Julia Ramirez, 37, of Greenport; Sylwia J. Koclejda, 37, of Flanders; and Juan C. Tzun, 36, of Flanders received tickets on Grand Avenue for unlicensed operation. Mr. Tzun’s vehicle was impounded as a result of a prior conviction for unlicensed driving.

Also stopped and ticketed on Grand Avenue for unlicensed operation were Jorge A. Lemus-Giron, 35, of Greenport; Maria Sanchez, 43, of Greenport; Esvin Rodriquez, 38, of Southold; Nazibrula Tkeshelashvili, 40, of Greenport; Martin Mendez, 37, of Greenport; Juan C. Perez, 44, of Greenport; Pawel K. Kulakowski, 42, of Riverhead; Martin Sarabia, 52, of Greenport; and Timoteo Velasquez Ramirez, 49, of Greenport.

The following were given summonses on South Ferry Road for unlicensed operation: Jose M. Cantarero, 27, of Hampton Bays; Lose L. Guillendonaire, 28, of Shelter Island; and Hector Cubule, 27, of Peconic.

Anthony Owens, 50, of Shelter Island was issued three tickets on Grand Avenue for aggravated unlicensed operation in the 3rd degree, driving with a suspended/revoked registration and driving without insurance.

Edgar L. Ortiz-Luna, 28, of Riverhead was given two tickets on Grand Avenue for unlicensed operation and for aggravated unlicensed operation in the 3rd degree. His car was impounded because he had a prior conviction for unlicensed operation.

William Abadie, 42, of New York City was ticketed at the Grand Avenue traffic stop for operating a vehicle out of class.

ACCIDENTS
Charles J. Murray of Shelter Island was reported leaving the scene of an accident at Coecles Harbor Marina on July 30. When he was located by police, he said he had gotten out of his vehicle and looked but did not see any damage. The vehicle was owned by Sharon E. Egan of Baiting Hollow. Damage appeared to be minor.

On July 30, a vehicle headed eastbound on Shore Road in West Neck sideswiped a parked vehicle owned by Amanda B. Harris of Shelter Island. There was over $1,000 in damage to the driver’s-side rear and rear side panel. The driver of the other vehicle had left the scene of the accident.

While leaving his anchorage off Crescent Beach on August 1, Paul N. Glickman of Chappaqua hit an anchored boat owned by Jonathan Rosenstein of Rye, New York. Both boats became entangled and, while drifting with the tide, Mr. Rosenstein’s boat hit another boat, damaging the woodwork on the stern, and sustaining scratches in the gell coat of his own. Mr. Glickman’s boat had scratches on the starboard side.

OTHER REPORTS
A case of criminal mischief was reported in the Center on July 28.

The Shelter Island Fire Department extinguished a small fire on the outside west wall of the South Ferry office building on July 29. The fire started where the underground CATV wire was attached to the main building’s CATV wire.

A caller reported on July 29 that a power boat, towing skiers, was being operated in a reckless manner off West Neck. No problems were observed by police. The boat’s owner was also interviewed and he was carrying fewer passenger than allowed.

On July 30, the police, assisted by the Highway Department, removed a number of illegally or improperly stowed boats from various town landings.

A Center caller reported on July 30 that a person was acting in a “menacing” manner with a rifle/BB gun. The subject told police he should not have pointed the gun and apologized. The caller declined to press charges.

Also on the 30th, police responded to a harassment complaint.

On July 31, police investigated a case of identity theft.

A caller told police on July 31 that a passenger van had delivered a group of people to a Hay Beach residence and that there was a smell of marijuana coming from the bus. When police arrived, the bus had left; the owner said he would speak to the guests when they returned.

On July 31, police responded to an accident involving two boats in Pipe’s Cove in Southold Town waters. Both boats had over $1,000 in damage. A Southold marine unit filed the accident report.

An anonymous caller reported an injured deer in the Center; police put the deer down on July 31.

Police responded to a domestic dispute in Menantic on July 31.

On July 31, a marine unit stood by a boat taking on water off Silver Beach until SeaTow arrived.

On August 1, three small sail boats, blocking access to the water at a fire ramp in Shorewood, were taken to the impound lot.

A caller reported on August 1 that a dog was locked in a car with the windows closed at a Center location. Each vehicle parked at the location was checked with negative results.

A small dog was found on Wades Beach on August 1. The dog warden was notified and the dog was subsequently returned to its owner.

Police asked owners of boats moored outside the designated anchorage areas in Coecles Harbor to relocate on August 1.

Police investigated a youth party at a residence in Silver Beach on August 1.

On August 1, a West Neck resident called about the legality and licensing of a commercial business being operated from a public beach in a motor home, also used for overnight sleeping while parked on the shoulder of the roadway. The caller was referred to the town for answers about the legal issues and related questions.

A jet skier was issued a warning off Sherwood on August 1 for operating after sunset and was escorted back to Port of Egypt.

A caller complained about barking dogs in the Center between 10:15 and 11 p.m. on August 1. The dogs stopped barking when police arrived and the owner had returned home. The caller was advised to contact the dog warden if the problem continued.

A family heirloom ring was reported lost at a West Neck beach. Police assisted with the search and used a dive team underwater metal detector with no results. The couple spent the night attempting to locate the ring by hand. On August 1, a member of the Shelter Island Fire Department used a surface metal detector and found the ring, which was returned to the couple.

At 4 a.m. on August 2, a Menantic caller reported loud knocking on the side of the residence. Police searched the property and neighborhood and found no suspicious persons or vehicles.

Police documented a case, civil in nature, for the courts on August 2.

On August 2, police investigated a report of items missing from a Center residence.

Police responded to a dispute in West Neck on August 2. The parties involved did not require any further police involvement.

A marine unit responded to a VHF call of kayakers in distress on August 2, took the kayak and passengers on board and returned them to their launch location in Greenport.

The owner of a boat anchored outside of a designated anchorage area in Mashomack was asked to move to another area on August 2.

A caller reported that an intoxicated person was trying to swim off a West Neck beach on August 2 and was concerned about her safety. Police found the person out of the water and sitting in a chair on the beach. Another person said she would take care of her.

A caller, who identified himself as being from the FAA, said he had received a report from a helicopter that while flying over the eastern shore of Shelter Island on August 2, his cockpit was illuminated by a green laser light. He said he is required to advise the local police, who may be able to identify the source. Police checked the shoreline with no results.

On August 3, a Center caller reported hearing gunshots behind the residence in an open field. Police patrolled the immediate area with negative results.

A case of petit larceny was reported in the Center on August 3.

Police responded to a call that a man was walking his dog without a leash on a West Neck beach on August 3.

Police advised the man that dogs were not permitted on the beach; he walked back down the beach, cleaning up after his dog. Several beachgoers were upset that a summons was not issued; police explained that the man was asked to leave and he complied; if he returned, he would be given a summons.

A case of criminal mischief was reported in West Neck on August 3. Police documented the damage with photos.
Police responded to a domestic dispute in the Heights on August 3.

The Shelter Island Fire Department responded to five automatic fire alarms at residences in Hay Beach, on Ram Island, Long View and West Neck and at the Chequit on July 28 and 29 and August 3. All were declared false alarms except one in West Neck, set off by burning toast.

Two medical alerts were set off in Cartwright and Silver Beach  on July 28 and August 2. One was due to technical problems; the other was activated accidentally.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported 11 people to Eastern Long Island Hospital on July 28, and 29 and August 1, 2 and 3. An EMS team responded to a 12th case on August 1 but transport was refused.

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

On Sunday, August 9 just after midnight, Fred N. Roe, 59, of Shelter Island was stopped for speeding — 55 mph in a 35-mph zone —  and failure to keep right. He was subsequently arrested for driving while intoxicated and refused to take a pre-screen test. Mr. Roe was held overnight and arraigned in Shelter Island Justice Court, Judge Helen J. Rosenblum presiding.

He was released on his own recognizance and issued an appearance ticket for a later date on the court’s calendar.

SUMMONSES
Angel Martinez Hernandez, 28, of Rochester, Washington was driving on New York Avenue on August 4 when he was ticketed for having insufficient brake lights and for “disobeying a traffic control device” (ignoring a weight restriction sign).

Fakhar A. Khan, 28, of College Point, New York, was given a summons on August 7 on North Ferry Road for aggravated unlicensed operation in the 3rd degree.

Sharon Zirkiev, 33, of Fresh Meadows was ticketed on North Ferry Road on August 7 for aggravated unlicensed operation in the 3rd degree and for operating a vehicle with a suspended/revoked registration.

On August 8, Stephanie B. Rein, 50, of New York City was ticketed in West Neck Harbor for allowing someone under 18 to operate a boat without a safety certificate.

Jack N. Bloomfield, 30, of England was ticketed off Crescent Beach on August 8 for not having sufficient PFDs for seven passengers on board.

Jeremiah M. Reen Jr., 48, of Pelham Manor was given a summons on August 8 for leaving the scene of a boat accident in Menantic Creek without reporting it.

Tarik Kgyikci, 36, of New York City was given a summons off Crescent Beach on August 8 for failure to display registration numbers.

Wolfgang Pflanzl, 42, of Brooklyn was ticketed on August 8 for operating a boat in West Neck Harbor without the approved number of PFDs.

The following four tickets were issued on August 8 as a result of traffic safety checks:

Scott D. Persson, 46, of Southport, Connecticut was ticketed on North Menantic Road for speeding — 50 mph in a 35-mph zone.

Juan Pablo Farah Yacoub, 23, was ticketed on North Ferry Road for driving while using a cellphone without a hands-free device.

Marioa R. Garcia-Rodriquez, 40, of Greenport was given two tickets on North Midway road for unlicensed operation and operating with improper wipers.

Alexandre Monsour, 28, and Joseph Anavim, 30, both of New York City, were observed smoking marijuana on a crowded public beach on August 9 at about 6:15 p.m.. They were issued field appearance tickets for Justice Court for criminal possession of marijuana in the 5th degree. Mr. Monsour also paid $200 in the field as station house bail.

Sean Burger, 26, of Sag Harbor was given a summons off Crescent Beach on August 9 for operating a boat at over 5 mph within 100 feet of an anchored boat.

John Conrad Kiffer, 73, of Shelter Island was issued a ticket for permitting a band to play music in excess of 50 DBAs at the Dory on August 9.

Robin B. Saidman, 68, of Sag Harbor was given a summons on Menantic Road on August 9 for speeding — 49 mph in a 35-mph zone.

Laura G. Durand, 33, of East Hampton and Katherine C. Wright, 28, of Brooklyn were ticketed on Shore Road  and West Neck Road respectively on August 10 for operating vehicles with suspended/revoked registrations.

Traffic Control Officers issued 61 parking tickets during the week.

ACCIDENTS
Kenneth O. Monzon of Greenport was driving southbound on Manhanset Road on August 4 when a large limb fell on his vehicle, causing over $1,000 in damage to the roof and driver’s-side door.

On August 5, Jeffrey W. Reiter of Shelter Island was traveling northbound on South Ferry Road when a rock kicked up by a passing vehicle, driven by James T. Rabkevich of Mattituck, hit his windshield and shattered a portion of it. The company owner of Mr. Rabkevich’s truck, Marcello Masonry, agreed to repair the damage, estimated at under $1,000.

On August 5, a caller reported that a van had hit a parked vehicle at 45 North Ferry Road. Police searched the area for the van with no result; the owner of the parked car was not identified at the time.

Andrew A. Clark of Shelter Island was backing out of Piccozzi’s gas station on August 9 and did not see a vehicle driven by Andrew B. Cogan of New York City, which had pulled in and parked behind him. Damage to the rear bumper of Mr. Clark’s vehicle and the front bumper of Mr. Cogan’s was estimated at over $1,000.

Glory Missan of New York City was driving north on Duval Street on August 9 when she failed to stop at a stop sign and hit a vehicle driven by Peter R. Brown of New York City, who was headed southbound on North Ferry Road.

There was over $1,000 in damage estimated to the front end of Ms. Missan’s vehicle and the passenger-side side panels of Mr. Brown’s.

Ms. Missan, 80, was given a ticket for running the stop sign.

OTHER REPORTS
Trees fell on wires and tree limbs were entangled with primary lines as a result of the storm on August 4 and in the days immediately following. Over 20 storm-related incidents were reported to police, primarily by residents in West Neck, the Center, South Ferry Hills, West Neck, the Heights and Montclair.

The Shelter Island Highway and Fire departments also responded to several of the locations.

On August 4, an anonymous caller reported that people were shooting steel shot for sport on a beach on Ram Island. Police advised the group to stop for safety reasons and they complied.

Following a report on August 4 that a dog at large was harassing leashed dogs, police planned to contact the owner about the town’s local laws.

Two dogs at large were reported in the Center on August 4; they were picked up by their owner before police arrived.

A Hay Beach caller reported a propane leak on August 4. The Shelter Island Fire Department responded; the problem was a faulty hot water heater.

Police investigated a case of harassment on August 5.

Police responded to a call about a capsized sailboat off Ram Island on August 5; The boat was towed to shore.

A cyclist told police on August 6 that a truck had run him off a Center roadway on August 6. Police patrolled the area with negative results.

On August 7, police responded to a call about a number of people on a Shorewood beach with dogs. Police located the group in the parking lot and advised them about not having dogs on the beach. They said the beach signs were contradictory (baggies provided for picking up after dogs versus no-dogs-allowed signs).

A South Ferry Hills caller complained on August 7 that when he is out walking, a dog runs out and charges him. The dog’s owner was advised to keep the dog on the property or risk a summons.

Police received a complaint about ATVs making noise in the Center on August 7 at about 10 p.m.; no ATVs were located.

A complaint was received at 11:25 p.m. on August 7 about a loud party in Longview. Police found people laughing and talking and advised them to keep it down.

On August 7, a Montclair caller reported an oily substance along the shoreline. Police said it was caused by decaying seaweed and mud from the bottom.

A pit bull was reported at large in the Center on August 8; the owner was contacted and retrieved the dog.

A dog at large in Silver Beach on August 8 had no collar or ID chip; the area was canvassed without result.

A dog was “viciously barking” at a person walking a dog in Montclair on August 8. The dog’s owner said he had escaped from the backyard. Police said if it happened again, the owner would be issued a summons.

Two dogs were reported at large in Montclair on August 8; they were placed in the pound and the animal control officer was notified.

A caller complained at about 9:30 p.m. on August 8 that there was loud music at a party in the Center. The resident said the party was a charity event and would be over by midnight.

Also on the 8th, there was a complaint about loud music at the Yacht Club at about 11:15 p.m. The band stopped playing when police arrived.

A Chris Craft boat was seen crashing into a gas dock in Menantic on August 8, causing damage to the pilings and dock. Witnesses said there was also a large scratch on the boat’s hull. The boat was seen heading towards Sag Harbor.

A case of petit larceny was reported in West Neck on August 9; the suspect was located and agreed to make restitution. No criminal charges were filed.

A domestic dispute was reported in West Neck on August 9.

Also on the 9th, police responded to a verbal dispute at a Heights business.

A case of criminal mischief was reported in Westmoreland on August 10.

A dog was reported on Crescent Beach on August 10. The owner was advised of the town code about dogs on Island beaches.

Two carbon monoxide alarms, both in Shorewood, were set off on August 4 and 10. The SIFD responded to both. One was probably activated by a power outage; the other was a false alarm.

A burglary alarm was activated at a home in South Ferry Hills; the caretaker was advised about open top story doors.

Two fire alarms at homes in the Center were set off on August 8 and 9 — one caused by a problem with the system, the other the result of a defective alarm.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported nine people to Eastern Long Island Hospital on August 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 and 10. An EMS team responded to another case on August 6 but transportation was refused.

In addition to summonses and parking tickets, more than 100 incident reports were received during the week, only some of which are listed here. Those omitted included checking on the welfare of residents during the storm, disabled vehicles, lost and found items, illegally moored boats, assistance and information for residents, unsubstantiated noise complaints, among many others.

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

Summonses
On August 22, a police marine unit issued a ticket to Richard T. Baumer, 65, of Scarsdale, New York for operating a boat within a swimming area off Crescent Beach.

Orrett T. Smith, 32, of Bridgehampton was driving on North Menantic Road on August 22 when he was stopped by police for speeding — 60 mph in a 35-mph zone. He was also ticketed for operating a vehicle out of class.

On October 23, David S. Wood, 46, of New York City was given a summons off Crescent Beach for reckless operation with 11 people on board a boat with a seven-passenger capacity.

Joseph D. Hyland, 19, of Katonah, New York was stopped and ticketed on New York Avenue on August 23 for speeding — 46 mph in a 25-mph zone.

Jonathan M. Satovsky, 44, of Sands Point was also given a summons on August 23 for speeding on New York Avenue — 45 mph in a 25-mph zone.

David H. Kelleran, 54, of South Salem, New York was given a summons in Dering Harbor on August 24 for operating an unregistered boat.

Traffic Control Officers issued 47 parking tickets during the week.

ACCIDENTS
Samuel P. Wilson of Brooklyn was pulling away from the curb on North Ferry Road on August 21 when he hit a vehicle driven by Lucy C. Martin, also of Brooklyn. She was in his blind spot, he told police. There was over $1,000 in damage to the left front of Mr. Wilson’s vehicle and the passenger’s side of Ms. Martin’s.

On August 24, Christopher G. Kirby of Cold Spring Harbor was driving westbound on East Thomas Street when a deer ran out and hit his vehicle, causing more than $1,000 in damage to the driver’s-side door and quarter panel.

OTHER REPORTS
A sailboat washed ashore in front of the Mashomack Preserve Manor House on August 18. The owner was subsequently located and the boat was floated off the beach and returned to Sag Harbor.

An anonymous caller reported a dog on Crescent Beach on August 18. Police advised an Island visitor about the town code concerning dogs on beaches.

A case of criminal mischief in the Heights was reported on August 19.

On August 20, police assisted the Waterways Management Advisory Council and Town Clerk’s office in recording moorings in Dering Harbor that were not in compliance or missing.

Police helped to control North Ferry traffic on August 20 when a ferry boat was briefly out of service.

A case of harassment was reported in the Heights on August 20.

On August 20, police were requested to provide clarification regarding a previously issued order of protection.

A Center business complained on August 20 about barking dogs; the caller was advised to contact police again if the barking resumed. The animal control officer was informed.

A caller reported hearing fireworks in the Center on August 20. Police patrolled the area with negative results.

A case of petit larceny was reported on August 21 — a street sign at the corner of South Midway Road and Sandpiper Lane had been removed.

Police documented a case, civil in nature, for the courts on August 21.

Police responded to a dispute between a couple in West Neck on August 22.

Low-hanging wires were reported in Silver Beach on August 22.

While on call on August 22, police noticed an injured deer in Silver Beach; the deer was put down.

On August 22, police asked the owners of illegally moored boats in the Menantic area to move to legal anchorages.

Two intoxicated males refused to leave the premises of a West Neck business. Police advised them to leave or face arrest for trespass.

Police responded to a dispute in South Ferry Hills on August 24.

A disabled vehicle had to be towed off a North Ferry boat on August 24; police assisted with the ferry line traffic.

A small dog at large in the Center was placed in the pound on August 24 until the owner could be located.

An anonymous caller reported skeet shooting in Silver Beach on August 24. Police advised those involved to shoot at a time when there was less pedestrian traffic on the beach. They complied.

An anonymous caller told police on August 24 she was unable to park at Crescent Beach because out-of-town vehicles were parked in the 24/7 permit-required spaces. Police checked and all vehicles in the 24/7 spots displayed current, valid permits.

Following an investigation on August 24, police said a report that unknown persons had entered a Shorewood residence was unfounded.

The Shelter Island Fire Department responded to two fire alarms in the Center and the Heights on August 19 and 20 respectively. No problems were noted in first case; the second was also a false alarm.

The SIFD also answered a carbon monoxide alarm call at a residence in South Ferry Hills on August 22. The alarm detector was found to be defective.

There were three burglary alarms set off at homes in Silver Beach, West Neck and Shorewood on August 20 and 21. The caretaker was on site in one case, the alarm malfunctioned in another and a third was set off accidentally.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported seven people to Eastern Long Island Hospital on August 21, 22 and 24.

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

A bay constable observed on Saturday, August 29 at about 5:55 p.m. that a boat operated by Frank J. Carfaro, 45, of Keniworth, New Jersey was being operated at a speed of more than 5 mph within 100 feet of an anchored boat.

On investigation, Mr. Carfaro was arrested for operating a vessel while intoxicated, in addition to the charge of reckless operation.

He was released on station house bail of $250 and issued an appearance ticket for a later date in Shelter Island Justice Court.

On Sunday, August 30, police conducted a DWI safety check point on South Ferry Road. As a result of a vehicle and traffic stop, Jennifer L. Thiers, 43, of East Hampton was arrested at 9:30 p.m. and charged with driving while intoxicated.

She was also charged with possessing an open alcoholic beverage in her vehicle, driving without a seatbelt and failure to notify the DMV of an address change on her license.

Ms. Thiers was arraigned in Shelter Island Justice Court, Judge Helen J. Rosenblum presiding, where she was released on her own recognizance and given a date to appear in court at a later date.

SUMMONSES
Ada Marie E. Garcia, 65, of Shelter Island was given a ticket on North Ferry Road on August 27 for having a dog at large.

On August 28, Stephanie J. Bucalo, 58, of Shelter Island received two summonses on North Ferry Road for having a dog at large and for dogs barking for an unreasonable length of time.

Joseph M. Mazza, 60, of South Salem, New York was ticketed off Crescent Beach on August 29 for operating a boat at over 5 mph within 100 feet of an anchored boat.

David M. Didomenico, 45, of New York City was given a ticket in West Neck Harbor on August 30 for having a child under 12 years old on board without a PFD.

Kathleen E. Gaffney, 59, of New York City was ticketed in West Neck Harbor on August 30 for not having any PFDs on board the boat.

Also on August 30, Matthew F. Ammirati, 37, of Brooklyn was ticketed by a bay constable in West Neck Harbor for failure to display numbers on his boat.

Traffic control officers issued 63 parking tickets during the week.

ACCIDENTS
Anthony D. Leombruno of Hudson Falls, New York was stopped at a stop sign at Chase Avenue on August 26. As he turned left onto Grand Avenue, the right rear corner of his trailer hit a parked vehicle belonging to John F. Pizza of Manorville. There was damage of over $1,000 to both vehicles, including the driver’s-side front quarter panel and bumper of  Mr. Pizza’s vehicle.

Theresa R. Wells of Mattituck returned to her vehicle, which was parked on Hudson Avenue, on August 27 and found a dent on the passenger-side front fender. The vehicle that caused the accident had left the scene.

Damage was estimated at under $1,000.

On August 30, Jane E. Carreyrou of Shelter Island hit a vehicle parked on Grand Avenue belonging to John Miller of Shelter Island. She was not sure she had hit the vehicle and was backing up to leave when police were called. There was minor damage to the driver’s-side front of her car and the rear passenger-side of Mr. Miller’s vehicle.

A plane crash at Klenawicus Air Field on the afternoon of August 30 called out the Police department and  EMS teams.

OTHER REPORTS
Police investigated a possible trespass in the Center on August 25. No problems were reported.

On August 25, police responded to a case of criminal contempt, involving violation of an order of protection.

Four reports of dogs at large were received during the week. On August 26, two dogs were reported at large in West Neck and the Heights. Police patrolled the areas with negative results. On August  27, a dog in South Ferry Hills was returned to its owner, who was advised about the town code. Police received a complaint about finding a dog at large on a Heights property. The owner was advised that he would be ticketed if the dog was allowed to run at large.

Police documented three cases, civil in nature, for the courts on August 26, 29 and 31.

On August 26, a person reported at police headquarters that while riding his bicycle on North Midway Road, a driver, texting, almost hit him. The driver was located who said they almost collided at a yield sign and that he was not texting.

A Hay Beach caller reported on August 26 that his mower had caught on fire and burned the lawn. The Fire Department put the fire out.

A number of noise complaints were received during the week. On August 26 at 8:30 p.m. there was a complaint about a loud party in Menantic.

Police found people singing along to music and advised them to keep the singing to a minimum.

At about 10:50 p.m. on August 26, police received a complaint about loud noise in the Center. Police asked kids in a pool to quiet down.

On August 27 at about 6:35 p.m., there was a report about loud noise on a boat at a town landing in Menantic. The boat had left when police arrived.

Also on the 27th, a caller reported at about 11:15 p.m. that there was loud yelling at a pool in the Center. The tenant was asked to keep the noise to a reasonable level.

On August 29, at about 10:20 p.m., loud music was reported in Hay Beach. Police located a wedding party;  the DJ lowered the music.

A caller complained about loud music at 7:40 p.m. on August 30 on Ram Island. The music was part of a fundraiser, which is exempt from the noise ordinance.

A case of petit larceny was reported in Silver Beach on August 27.

On August 27, an employee turned in a counterfeit $10 bill that had been received at South Ferry.

Police investigated a case of computer crime on August 28.

Police received an anonymous report of shell fishing in Dering Harbor on August 28. The person involved was advised  shell fishing was closed at that location; the clams were put back in the water.

On August 28, a caller reported that there were swimmers in the Ram Island channel, causing a hazard for boats entering or leaving the harbor.

An open burning was reported in Silver Beach on August 29. Police located a person with a small campfire. He was attending to the fire; there were negative problems.

On August 30, a caller said while playing with his kids, a toy rocket landed on a grassy area and set off a minor brush fire that the SIFD put out.

At night on August 30, a Silver Beach caller reported a bat in the house.

The bat was confined to a bedroom; police notified the animal control officer to remove the bat in the morning.

Police responded to a matter involving a mooring in Montclair on August 31.

Two carbon monoxide alarms were set off on August 25 and 27 at  homes in South Ferry Hills and on Ram Island. In both cases, the cause was malfunctioning alarms.

The SIFD responded to two house fire alarms on August 27 and 28, both in the Center. One was set off while dinner was being cooked; the other was activated by smoke from the stove.

A burglary alarm was set off at a home in the Center by mistake on August 27.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported seven people to Eastern Long Island Hospital on August 26, 27, 29, 30 and 31.

An EMS team responded to another case on August 26 but medical attention was refused.

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

Following a report about an intoxicated boater on Saturday, September 5, a bay constable observed that a boat was being operated by David L. Rattiner, 33, of Southampton in an erratic manner in West Neck Harbor.

At approximately 7:50 p.m., Mr. Rattiner was arrested on a charge of operating a boat while intoxicated. He was released later on station house bail of $250 and issued an appearance ticket for a later date on the Shelter Island Justice Court calendar.

Later that evening, Robert M. Ridley, 53, of Mystic, Connecticut was observed operating a boat without his navigation lights on and flashing a searchlight in the eyes of an approaching operator. Following an investigation, he was arrested at about 10:15 p.m. for operating a boat while intoxicated. Mr. Ridley was held overnight and released later on station house bail of $250. He will appear in Justice Court at a later date.

Following a police investigation into a dispute, Edward C. Barber, 28, of Watertown, Connecticut and Douglas T. Schoeler, 36, of Ridgewood, New Jersey were arrested on Sunday, September 6 at about 2 a.m. and each charged with harassment in the 2nd degree.

They were released on station house bail of $100 each and instructed to appear in Justice Court at a date in the future.

Reina A. Ortiz, 34, of New York City was arrested on Monday, September 7 at about 9:15 a.m. following an investigation. She was charged with harassment in the 2nd degree (involving physical contact) and criminal mischief in the 3rd degree.

Ms. Ortiz was arraigned in Shelter Island Justice Court, Judge Mary-Faith Westervelt presiding, and released on $300 bail. She was instructed to return to court at a later date. An order of protection was issued by the court on behalf of the alleged victim.

SUMMONSES
Marc D. Taub, 48, of New York City was given a ticket in Smith’s Cove on September 5 for permitting a person under age 18 to operate a boat without a safety certificate.

William L. Heaton III, 32, of New York City was given a summons on September 5 in Coecles Harbor for towing a person without an observer on board.

On September 6, Anthony Gugarna, 45, of Brooklyn was ticketed in West Neck Harbor for tying his boat up at a private dock without the owner’s permission.

Traffic control officers issued 84 parking tickets during the week.

ACCIDENTS
Winifred Mead of Shelter Island was driving on West Neck Road on September 3 when a deer ran out and hit her vehicle, causing minor damage to the front end of the vehicle.

On September 7, Eric C. Fox of Wilton, Connecticut was making a right turn off Nostrand Parkway after stopping at a stop sign; he backed up slightly and his boat trailer hit a vehicle driven by Thomas B. Ryan of Fairfield, Connecticut, which was at the stop sign. There was major damage to the front grille, bumper and area of the left front headlight of Mr. Ryan’s vehicle and minor damage to the boat trailer’s light.

OTHER REPORTS
Police documented a case, civil in nature, for the courts on September 1.

On September 1, a complainant requested that police document damage to her vehicle. There was no information on where, when and how the damage occurred.

Police responded to a report on September 1 about a fight in a pickup truck, heading towards the South Ferry. The parties involved declined to file complaints.

A complaint about loud music in West Neck was received at about 10:15 p.m. on September 1. Police located an outdoor gathering and advised the group to quiet down.

Another call about noise and music in West Neck was received at about 11:15 p.m. on September 1. Police found people talking loudly while music was playing.

A caller reported that a box truck had snagged a low-hanging wire in Cartwright on September 2. PSEG responded.

Police responded to a call regarding a couple having a heated dispute in the Center on September 2. The matter was resolved.

On September 4, police responded to a dispute in Silver Beach regarding an employment matter.

A caller reported on September 3 that jet skis were being operated too close to the beach in Shorewood. Police did not find any violations.

A mooring buoy was reported underwater on September 4,causing a navigational hazard. Police fixed the problem temporarily; the owner was advised.

A Silver Beach resident reported on September 5 that people were above the high tide mark on his private beach. Police did not observe any violations.

A sailboat anchored outside the designated area off Ram Island on September 5 was finally moved after the captain initially refused.

On September 5, at about 10:50 p.m., police were told about an ongoing problem of loud parties at a Hay Beach residence. The owner apologized and quieted down the party.

A person celebrating Labor Day on September 5, by shooting off fireworks in Silver Beach, was issued a warning. Police advised that fireworks were illegal in New York State and that violators were subject to arrest.

A loud party was reported in Hay Beach on September 5. When police arrived, the volume of music was very low and not in violation of town code.

A South Ferry Hills caller reported on September 5 that a vehicle had pulled onto her property and the occupants were having a heated argument. Police responded and the matter was resolved.

On September 6, police responded to a domestic dispute in the Center.

In response to a Shorewood caller, police helped move kayaks and Sunfish from above the high water mark over to Wades Beach on September 6.

Police advised the caller to post “no trespassing” signs to avoid the problem in the future.

An anonymous caller reported on September 6 that when a truck accelerated at a stop sign in West Neck, the exhaust smoke was excessive.

The truck’s owner was notified.

On September 7, police advised an intoxicated patron to leave the West Neck premises and not to return.

A caller told police on September 7 that he was in the North Ferry line when a driver in a Lexus backed into his vehicle, causing minor damage. Police canvassed the area with negative results.

Also on the 7th, police assisted a caller whose unattended bike was damaged accidentally by an SUV. The owner was located; the caller will resolve the issue privately.

The Shelter Island Fire Department responded to two automatic fire alarms at residences in the Center and Hay Beach on September 4 and 5 respectively. One was a false alarm; the second was set off by burnt toast and was not a false alarm.

A burglary alarm was activated at a home on Ram Island on September 6. A system failure was possibly the cause.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported nine people to Eastern Long Island Hospital on September 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6. A team also responded to an aided case on September 4 but medical attention was refused.

On September 7, an EMS team took a person to Klenawicus Airfield where a Suffolk County Police Department helicopter transported the patient to Stony Brook University Hospital.

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

SUMMONSES
Joshua C. Levine, 41, of Brooklyn was operating a boat off Shell Beach Point on September 6 when he was ticketed by a marine unit for having two children under the age of 12 on board without PFDs.

Ian Laviano, 16, of Oyster Bay was given a summons off Crescent Beach on September 6 for operating a PWC without PFDs for two passengers.

On September 11, Anthony J. Montella, 20, of Sanibel, Florida was driving on North Ferry Road when he was ticketed for using a cellphone without a hands-free device.

Ian T. Burke,18, of Southampton and Trent J. Firestine, 31, of Sag Harbor were each given a summons on September 14 on South Ferry and North Ferry roads repectively for driving with suspended/revoked registrations.

Luis B. Sequilanda, 29, of East Hampton was given two tickets on September 14 on South Ferry Road for driving while using a portable electronic device and for unlicensed operation.

ACCIDENTS
Phyllis McGorry of Shelter Island was driving on Rocky Point Road on September 9 when she made a left turn on to Nostrand Parkway. She crossed into the other lane and hit a vehicle driven by Pedro E. Rodriquez of New York City. There was over $1,000 in damage to the right front quarter panel, grille and hood of Ms. McGorry’s vehicle and the right front quarter panel and bumper of Mr. Rodriquez’s.

Colleen M. Smith of Shelter Island drove her vehicle into her driveway on September 10 but neglected to put the vehicle into park. It rolled backwards downhill, onto Baldwin Road, and hit a fire hydrant. There was no damage to the hydrant but over $1,000 to the right rear quarter panel and bumper of the vehicle.

Samer Kamel Rabih of Allentown, Pennsylvania was making a U-turn at Piccozzi’s Gas Station on September 10 when the tail end of his trailer hit the roof, causing minor damage to the gutter. There was no damage to the trailer.

Patrick A. Lockwood of East Hampton was driving southbound on South Cartwright Road on September 14 when a deer ran into the driver’s-side door, causing under $1,000 in damage. The deer was killed in the accident.

OTHER REPORTS
A caller complained about dogs barking in the Center on September 8. The owner was advised about the town’s dog ordinance and given a warning.

Loud music was reported at a residence in West Neck at about 11:30 p.m. on September 8. Police responded and found that the music was at a reasonable level.

On the 11th, police received a noise complaint at about 9:25 p.m. in the Center. Police found a wedding party in progress and advised the owner to turn the music down.

The third noise complaint, about loud music at Sunset Beach, was received on September 13. A party was being held for the employees; the manager turned the volume down.

Glass was reported on a West Neck roadway on September 9; the Highway Department responded.

On September 9, police filed a report, at Verizon’s request, for a caller whose name had been used by an unknown person in opening a Verizon account.

Damage from lightning strikes was reported by two Silver Beach residents on September 10, both at about 4 p.m.

Police documented a case, civil in nature, for the courts on September 11.

A power failure was reported in Cartwright on September 11.

A case of grand larceny in the Heights was reported to police on September 12.

On September 12, a person was advised to move his boat, which was illegally moored in the West Neck area.

Downed tree limbs were reported in Hay Beach, Long View and on Ram Island on September 13.

A boat was reported sinking off Montclair on September 13. Police pumped out the boat.

Police responded to a domestic dispute in Silver Beach on September 13.

On September 14, a caller was advised that a complaint was civil in nature.

A report of possible fireworks in West Neck was reported on September 14; police canvassed the area with negative results.

The Shelter Island Fire Department responded to a carbon monoxide alarm at a residence in the Center on September 8. It was a false alarm, set off by a faulty battery.

The SIFD also was on site for two false alarms at residences in the Center and Long View on September 8 and 10 respectively.

Police responded to a burglary alarm at a home in Westmoreland on September 11; there was no sign of entry or any criminal activity.

A medical alert was set off accidentally on September 11 at a residence in South Ferry Hills.

AIDED CASES
A Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service team transported one person to Eastern Long Island Hospital on September 14.

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

SUMMONSES
Anna Graham, 56, of New York City was driving on North Ferry Road on September 17 when she was stopped and ticketed for aggravated unlicensed operation in the 3rd degree.

Also on the 17th, Eric J. Koszalka, 45, of Shelter Island was given a summons for speeding on New York Avenue — 48 mph in a 25-mph zone.

Mayda Y. Lopez Ramoe, 34, of Greenport was given two tickets on New York Avenue on September 20 for failure to use the designated lane and for unlicensed operation.

ACCIDENTS
George B. Cordova of Queens Village was driving southbound on Sunnyside Avenue, a two-lane, dirt road, on September 16 when he hit a rock, causing him to swerve slightly off the roadway and run into a tree. There was over $1,000 in damage to the front end of his pick up. There was no damage to the tree and no injuries.

OTHER REPORTS
A caller reported a deer, possibly injured, in Shorewood on September 15; it was gone when police arrived.

Police responded to a report of harassment by mail on September 15

On September 15, a caller reported a suspicious vehicle parked in Dering Harbor with someone sitting inside. The area was canvassed with negative results.

Police responded to a case of criminal mischief in the Heights on September 16.

A passing motorist told police about two unattended bags in front of North Ferry on September 17. According to ferry personnel, the owner had left to park his vehicle, he returned and took the ferry with his bags.

A caller reported dogs barking at about 11:45 p.m. on September 17 in the Center. Police waited on site for approximately 30 minutes without hearing any barking.

On September 17, police investigated a dispute regarding property lines.

A burglary alarm went off at a residence in South Ferry Hills on September 17. Police found the front door slightly ajar but there was no sign of forced entry.

A caller told police about a large party at a Center residence at approximately 10:30 p.m. on September 17. Police found a person working quietly at home with the radio on low.

A case of petit larceny was reported on September 18.

The Shelter Island Fire Department responded to a report of smoke at a residence in Silver Beach on September 18. Cooking had set off the alarm; there was no fire.

A dog at large was reported on a roadway in Hay Beach on September 19. It was gone when police arrived.

An injured deer was reported on September 20 on Ram Island. Police had to put the deer down.

A downed wire in HiLo was reported on September 20; Cablevision was notified.

A caller who was walking in Westmoreland on September 20 became alarmed when dogs ran off their property onto the street, growling and barking at her. Police spoke to the owner who said the dogs had gotten out by accident; he apologized for causing the walker concern.

A marine unit assisted with a safety patrol of the Great Peconic Race on September 20. One person was pulled from the water off Jenning’s Point when his boat capsized in rough water and wind. He was returned safely and without injury to shore.

Goats were reported at large on a South Ferry Hills roadway on September 20. The owner was advised and retrieved them.

Police responded and mitigated a verbal dispute in the Center on September 21.

On September 21, police investigated a case of harassment.

Following a September 21 call about noises at the former nursery in the Center, police found no evidence of people inside the building. Part of the metal roofing was loose and banging in the wind, which could have caused the noise.

Police received a call about an open door at a boarded up building in West Neck on September 17. No people were found on the site.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported three people to Eastern Long Island Hospital on September 16, 18 and 19.

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

SUMMONSES
Dmitry Khilko, 40, of Brooklyn was ticketed on North Ferry Road on September 25 for unlicensed operation.

On September 27, Henry J. Armendinger, 50, of East Rockaway was issued a summons in the North Ferry Channel for operating a boat at an imprudent speed and causing a wake.

Sacarias A. Hernandez, 36, of Shelter Island was given a summons on Manwaring Road for driving an uninspected vehicle.

OTHER REPORTS
A downed tree on a Center roadway was reported on September 22; the Highway Department was notified.

A burglary alarm was activated at a Center residence on September 23; the cause was a dead battery.

Police responded to a domestic dispute in the South Ferry area on September 24.

On September 25, police investigated a burglary in Menantic.

A burglary alarm at the Bridgehampton National Bank was sent off accidentally on September 25.

A caller told police on September 26 that a deer was caught in a stationary net in Silver Beach. Wildlife Rescue responded and freed the deer.

At about 3 p.m. on September 26, a Center caller complained about someone operating a loud chain saw. The caller was advised that running a chain saw on private property was not illegal. The caller also said that firewood was being stacked along a fence on the caller’s property. Police referred that matter to the Building Department.

Barking dogs were reported on September 26. When police arrived, the owner had returned home and quieted the dogs.

On September 28, police responded to a dispute in the Center and then mediated what was a misunderstanding.

Police assisted with the installation of a car seat in Cartwright on September 28.

A medical alert alarm went off in the Center on September 28; a caller had taken a fall in the home but there were no injuries.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported three individuals to Eastern Long Island Hospital on September 23, 24, and 25.

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

Matthew V. Digiulio, 57, of Shelter Island was driving westbound on Ram Island Drive on Wednesday, September 30 when he ran off the roadway into a tree. There was more than $1,000 in damage to the front end of his vehicle.

Shortly after midnight he was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated and criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 7th degree.

Mr. Digiulio was arraigned in Shelter Island Justice Court, Judge Mary-Faith Westervelt presiding, and released without bail, in his own recognizance. He will appear in court at a later date.

On Friday, October 2 at 5:45 p.m., Orhan Birol, 74, of Shelter Island was arrested and charged with harassment in the 2nd degree. He was arraigned in Justice Court, Judge Helen J. Rosenblum presiding, and was released on his own recognizance.

SUMMONSES
Stephen L. Clarke, 48, of Sag Harbor was driving on North Ferry Road on October 3 when he was given a summons for speeding — 49 mph in a 40-mph zone.

Stephanie Bucalo, 58, of Shelter Island was ticketed on October 3 for barking dogs — a town code violation.

ACCIDENTS
A Shelter Island motorist told police on October 1 he had hit a dog that had run out in front of his vehicle on a roadway in South Ferry Hills. The owner was contacted and said the dog is both blind and deaf. The animal hospital was notified to stand by.

OTHER REPORTS
Police stopped a motorist for a cellphone violation in the Center on September 29 and noticed that a child was in an improperly fitted car seat. The car seat was removed and adjusted; the driver was advised about the proper use and issued a warning.

A number of trees and limbs were reported down during the week. A tree and limb were reported blocking Center roadways on September 30. Also on the 30th, a limb fell on wires in the Heights; PSEG was notified.

On October 2, a large tree blocked both lanes of a Center road; the Highway Department was informed.
Three reports of tree limbs falling on wires on Ram Island and in the Center were received on October 3; PSEG and Verizon were notified.

Incidents of adrift and sinking boats also dominated  the blotter during the past week.

Two boats were reported sinking in Cartwright on September 30. The owners were notified.

Also on September 30, a skiff was reported capsized at its mooring in the Heights, and on the same day, a boat broke away from its mooring in West Neck Creek and was adrift.

A small boat washed onto a Cartwright resident’s dock during the storm on October 2. The boat was secured until a marine unit could follow up.

Also on the 2nd, a sailboat was reported adrift in West Neck Bay. The boat was temporarily secured to a floating dock.

On October 3, a sailboat overturned near Cornelius Point in Greenport. The owner was given an escort to the North Ferry. The boat was secured on the beach.

Police received an anonymous report on October 4that a large powerboat was sinking at its mooring in Dering Harbor.

Police investigated a report on September 30 that someone was using a flashlight at night to look at a boat trailer parked on the roadway. Police found no signs of any criminal activity.

A broken piling in Cartwright was reported on October 1.

On October 1, police responded to a case of harassment in Cartwright.

A transformer malfunction caused a power failure in a Center neighborhood on October 2. PSEG responded.

Police received numerous reports of fireworks being shot off in the Center on October 3. Police advised the persons involved that possession and discharge of fireworks was illegal.

A landlord was advised on October 4 that a rental problem was civil in nature.

An injured rabbit was reported in the Center on October 5. The animal was dead when police arrived.

Two burglary alarms were activated at residences in the Center on September 30 and October 2. All exterior doors and windows were checked in one case and there were no signs of entry or criminal activity; in the second, weather may have set off a false alarm.

The Shelter Island Fire Department responded to two automatic fire alarms at homes in Tarkettle and Silver Beach on October 2 and 4. One may have been caused by a power surge during a storm; the other was a false alarm, due to a problem with the control panel.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported two people to Eastern Long Island Hospital on September 29 and one case to Southampton Hospital on the same day. An EMS team responded to a case on October 2 but transport and further medical assistance were refused.

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

Stanley P. Blados, 49, was arrested in Bohemia on Thursday, October 8 at 9:50 p.m. and charged with burglary in the 2nd degree, following an investigation into a local residential burglary.

He was arraigned in Shelter Island Justice Court, Judge Helen J. Rosenblum presiding, and released on his own recognizance, with the condition that he re-enter a treatment facility. Mr. Blados was transported to a facility.

He will return to court at a later date.

SUMMONSES
Joseph R. Hansen, 56, of Islip was driving on North Ferry Road on October 8 when he was given a ticket for using a cellphone without a hands-free device.

Also on the 8th, Robert R. Mathews, 49, of Houston, Texas was ticketed on North Ferry Road for failing to stop at a stop sign and for operating an unregistered trailer.

Julio Sarante-Diaz, 51, of Shelter Island was given three summonses on October 12 on North Ferry Road for operating a vehicle without a license, without insurance and with a suspended/revoked registration.

ACCIDENTS
On October 6, Robert Heimann of Shelter Island backed into a motorcycle operated by Robert E. Devoe of Shelter Island. They were stopped at a road closing due to tree work on North Ferry Road. There was minor damage to the right fender of Mr. Devoe’s motorcycle; no damage was reported to Mr. Heimann’s vehicle. Mr. Devoe had a slight injury to his leg from trying to hold the motorcycle in place.

J. H. Rodriguez-Ventura of Farmingville was driving a tractor trailer tank truck northbound around the bend on North Ferry Road, at the intersection with St. Mary’s Road, on October 8. He was unable to keep the trailer from crossing over the double lane. George H. Blados of Shelter Island was driving southbound and sideswiped the rear trailer fender. Damages were estimated at over $1,000 to the trailer and to the driver’s-side right front of Mr. Blados’ vehicle.

OTHER REPORTS
A caller told police on October 8 that people were riding ATVs on Friday and Saturday nights in the Center, making noise, sometimes until 2 a.m. The caller also complained about the number of unregistered vehicles in a neighbor’s yard. The Building Department was informed.

Police got a call about a buzzing sound coming from an electrical pole in the Center on October 9; PSEG was notified.

A caller told police on October 9 about a telephone scam involving alleged back taxes owed to the IRS.

A downed tree in Dering Harbor, blocking both lanes, was reported on October 9.

A caller reported a loud verbal dispute in a vehicle in Menantic on October 10. Police canvassed the area with negative results.

Police received a report on October 10 about an incident on October 8 when the caller was run off the road on the S turn on North Ferry Road. The driver stopped and apologized; the caller wanted the incident documented for information purposes.

Police documented a case, civil in nature, for the courts on October 10.

A campfire was reported at a Menantic location on October 10. Police didn’t observe any fire or smoke from the roadway in front of the residence.

Gunshots at Hay Beach were reported on October 10; police searched the area without result.

Loud music was reported at a wedding party at the Ram’s Head Inn just before 8 p.m. on October 10; staff closed the doors to the outside to lessen the sound.

A fire alarm at a Ram Island residence on October 10 was a false alarm, according to the Shelter Island Fire Department — probably set off by a faulty detector.

A burglary alarm was activated at a HiLo house on October 10; police found no sign of any criminal activity.

Fireworks at a campfire were reported in Silver Beach on October 10. Police found a fire with very dry wood that made a crackling noise. The fire was being supervised.

Also on the 10th, a Center caller told police there was a possible intruder in his yard. Police searched the area with negative results.

A Silver Beach caller complained on October 11 that there had been some damage to a new stockade fence. He was advised that this was a civil matter.

The SIFD responded to a carbon monoxide alarm at the Presbyterian Church on October 11; it was set off by a faulty detector.

Police responded to a domestic dispute in the Center on October 11.

A caller found a dog at large in the Center and brought it to police headquarters on October 11. The owner was contacted and picked up the dog.

A fire alarm was set off at the Tavern in West Neck on October 11. The SIFD responded; smoke from putting out a candle apparently activated the alarm.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported two people to Eastern Long Island Hospital on October 7 and 9.

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

Richard P. Bornschein, 48, of Mastic Beach was arrested by the Westhampton Beach Police Department on Wednesday, October 14 at about 1 p.m. on an active bench warrant issued by Shelter Island Justice Court. He had been charged with possession of marijuana and had subsequently failed to appear in court. Shelter Island police took custody of the defendant and brought him before Shelter Island Justice Court, Judge Helen J. Rosenblum presiding. He was released after paying a delinquent fine of $175.

On Friday, October 16 at about 10 a.m., police stopped Patrick C. Ryan, 21, of Shelter Island for speeding — 45 mph in a 35-mph zone. He was also charged with aggravated unlicensed operation in the 3rd degree. Mr. Ryan was released on $100 station house bail and given an appearance ticket for Justice Court at a later date.

SUMMONSES
Evan W. Matthews, 49, of Sound Beach was driving on New York Avenue on October 15 when police stopped him and gave him a ticket for speeding — 39 mph in a 25-mph zone.

On October 15, Ariel Ramirez, 24, of the Bronx was given a summons on Grand Avenue for a turn signal violation.
Ryan J. Kasper, 42, of Rocky Point, New York was ticketed on New York Avenue on October 15 for speeding — 43 mph in a 25-mph zone.

Also on October 15, Tiearza J. Lawrence, 19, of Shelter Island was driving on Ram Island Road when she was stopped by police and ticketed for driving without a license and for operating a vehicle with a suspended/revoked registration.

Victor A. Veliz Contreras, 28, of Greenport was stopped on New York Avenue on October 16 and ticketed for speeding — 42 mph in a 25-mph zone. He was also given a ticket for unlicensed operation.

On October 19, Fernando Reyes-Gonzales, 30, of Albuquerque, New Mexico was given a summons on South Ferry Road for driving and using a cellphone without a hands-free device.

OTHER REPORTS
Police opened an investigation into vehicle registrations on October 13.

An injured deer in West Neck was reported on October 14; the deer had to be put down by police.

A burglary alarm was set off at a residence in Dering Harbor on October 14; it was activated by accident.

Two dogs at large were reported on October 15 — one in the Heights and a second on Smith Street in the Center. In both cases the dogs were brought to police headquarters and retrieved by their owners.

An anonymous caller told police on October 15 that youths were playing in a building under construction. Police talked to the job manager; employees were closing up for the day and no young people were on the site.

On October 16, a caller told police that a door had been reported open at the caller’s residence in the Mashomack area. Police checked the premises; there was no sign of an open door and no criminal acts noted.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported three people to Eastern Long Island Hospital on October 14, 16 and 19.

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

Louise E. Reeves, 33, of Shelter Island was arrested on Westmoreland Drive on a bench warrant from the Southampton Town Court on Thursday, October 22 at about 3:30 p.m. She had been charged with prostitution and public lewdness. Ms. Reeves was released in the custody of the New York State Police.

SUMMONSES
Patricio Coyago, 39, of Southampton was driving on South Cartwright Road on October 24 when he was stopped by police for speeding — 50 mph in a 35-mph zone. He was also given a ticket for unlicensed operation. His vehicle was impounded.

ACCIDENTS
Hans Schmid of Shelter Island was driving northbound on North Ferry Road on October 26 when a deer ran out of the woods and into the passenger-side right fender, hood, grille and door of Mr. Schmid’s vehicle. Damage was estimated at over $1,000. There were no injuries.

OTHER REPORTS
A tree was reported down on a West Neck roadway on October 20; the Shelter Island Highway Department was notified.

A Center resident reported on October 20 that there was a noisy ATV being operated in the neighborhood. Police heard an ATV idling for less than 30 seconds and then conducted a patrol for over 30 minutes without hearing any noise.

On October 21, a caller told police about a person believed to be a hazard driving on the roadways.

The Shelter Island Fire Department responded to two automatic fire alarms activated at homes in the Heights and in the Cartwright area on October 21. Both were false alarms — one set off by workers sanding the floors and the second by a person sweeping the floor.

A burglary alarm was set off at a Hay Beach residence on October 21; it was activated accidentally by workers on the property.

Police received a report of fireworks in Hay Beach on October 22. The area was canvassed for hunters with negative results.

On October 24, police on patrol investigated a report of a person behaving suspiciously in the Heights. No further action was taken.

Police documented a case, civil in nature, for the courts on October 24.

Gunshots were reported in Dering Harbor on October 25. Police checked the golf course and surrounding area with negative results.

On October 25, a caller reported that a motion detector had been activated inside a Heights residence. Police investigated; there was no apparent break-in. According to the blotter, the camera may have been picking up the motion of trees through the window on a windy night.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported two people to Eastern Long Island Hospital on October 24.

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

Anna Graham, 57, of New York City was stopped by police on Wednesday, October 28 at about 8 p.m. for failure to keep to the right and failure to signal. Following an investigation, she was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated and unlicensed operation. Ms. Graham was held overnight and arraigned in Shelter Island Justice Court the next morning, Judge Helen J. Rosenblum presiding. She was released on $4,000 bail.

Ms. Graham’s vehicle was seized and impounded according to the Suffolk County DWI Seizure Law; she had another DWI conviction within the past 10 years.

On Saturday, October 31 at about 6:45 p.m., Anthony M. McAteer, 20, of Shelter Island was stopped by police for speeding — 47 mph in a 35-mph zone — and failure to signal. He was subsequently arrested for driving without a license and aggravated unlicensed operation in the 2nd degree. Mr. McAteer had a prior conviction of unlicensed driving and his vehicle was impounded pursuant to Suffolk County’s seizure law.

Mr. McAteer was released on $100 station house bail and was issued an appearance ticket for a later date on the court’s calendar.

SUMMONSES
Cristobal A. Garcia Monroy, 28, of Riverhead was driving on New York Avenue on October 27 when he was stopped by police and given a summons for speeding — 37 mph in a 25-mph zone. He was also ticketed for unlicensed operation.

On October 29, Lawrence J. Bourgoin, 78, of Winslow, Maine was ticketed on Summerfield Place for changing lanes unsafely and for reckless driving.

Police had noticed that the rear doors of the trailer Mr. Bourgoin was driving were swinging open and had hit two utility poles. Although there was no damage, when police turned on the police car’s overhead emergency lights, Mr. Bourgoin tried to pull off the roadway and ran into a tree, causing over $1,000 in damage to the passenger side of the trailer.

On the same day, Lucio A. Martinez of Shelter Island was riding his motorcycle northbound on South Ferry Road when a deer ran out onto the roadway. Mr. Martinez lost control of the motorcycle, which sustained damage to the left side and front. An EMS team transported Mr. Martinez to Eastern Long Island Hospital with a head and hand injury.

Mr. Martinez, 41, was ticketed for unlicensed operation.

OTHER REPORTS
Police responded to a report of a smell of propane at a Heights business on October 27. It was caused by an old tank, which was venting, before being transported off the premises.

A power outage was reported in the Center on October 28. PSEG was advised and fixed the problem.

Two burglary alarms were set off on October 28 and 30 in the Center and on Ram Island respectively. In one case, the windows and doors were secure and the alarm may have been activated by a power outage. The residence was secure in the second case and there was no sign of criminal activity.

An anonymous caller told police on October 31 that a young person was lying by a Menantic roadside in a costume. Police searched the area and did not locate the youth. The investigation was classified in the blotter as unfounded.

Also on October 31, an extra patrol was requested to monitor ongoing  noise on a Center neighbor’s property. The area was checked later with negative results.

A black Lab was reported at large in the Center on November 1. Police returned the dog to its owner, who was told to attach tags to the dog’s collar.

A caller reported a dead deer on a West Neck roadway on November 1; the Highway Department removed the deer.

Police received a report on November 1 that an ATV was being operated in the Center with no lights. Police checked the area with negative results but later saw an ATV being driven off the property. The driver was stopped and advised that the ATV would be impounded the next time it was seen on town roads.

On November 2, a Center caller told police that an ATV was making noise in the area. Police said the ATV was being operated on private property and was not creating noise that was unreasonable for the middle of the day.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported three cases to Eastern Long Island Hospital on October 31 and November 2. One person was taken by an EMS team to Southampton Hospital on November 1.

Candis Leary, 35, of Southold was charged with driving while intoxicated; operating a vehicle when her blood alcohol level was reported as 0.8 or greater; two counts of failing to keep to the right on the roadway; aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle in the third degree; and unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle.Ms. Leary was stopped on Shelter Island at 9:05 p.m. election night and held overnight for arraignment in Shelter Island Justice Court. She was subsequently released on bail for a later court date.

Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

j.lane@sireporter.com

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The following is a list of court cases adjudicated at the October 5 session of Shelter Island Justice Court. The reports are compiled from information provided to the Reporter by the Court. Judge Helen J. Rosenblum was on the bench for this session. 

Trent J. Firestine of Sag Harbor was fined $40 plus a state surcharge of $93 for a registration violation, reduced from a charge of driving with a suspended registration.

David Howell of East Patchogue was fined $75 plus $25 for a parking violation, reduced from a charge of failure to keep to the right.

Fakhar A. Khan of College Point was fined $40 plus $93 for unlicensed operation, reduced from aggravated unlicensed operation in the 3rd degree.

Ronald A. Landaverde of Brentwood was fined $200 plus $93 for unlicensed operation.

Angel Martinez Hemandez of Rochester, Washington was fined $100 plus $25 for a parking violation, reduced from a charge of disobeying a traffic sign. A tail light violation was dismissed as covered in the plea.

Angus M. Ogilvie of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma was fined $50 plus $25 for a parking violation, reduced from a charge of leaving the scene of an accident.

Kathryn A. O’Hagan of Shelter Island was fined $150 plus $63 for an equipment violation, reduced from a seatbelt violation.

Anthony Owens of Shelter Island was fined $25 plus $93 for unlicensed operation, reduced from aggravated unlicensed operation in the 3rd degree. He was also fined $25 plus $93 for a registration violation, reduced from a charge of driving with a suspended registration. An insurance violation was covered in the plea.

Natalie Sticesen of Union, New Jersey was fined $50 plus $93 for a nautical registration violation.

Luis B. Suquilanda of East Hampton was fined $300 plus $93 for driving without a license. He was also fined $50 plus $93 for driving while using an electronic device.

Fifteen cases were adjourned until later dates — 12 at the request of the defendants or their attorneys, one by mutual consent and two at the request of the court.

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

Christian E. Johnson, 50, of Shelter Island was stopped by police on Tuesday, November 3 at about 5:50 p.m. for failing to signal a turn and for driving too slowly and impeding the flow of traffic. He was subsequently arrested on the following felony charges — aggravated driving while intoxicated and aggravated unlicensed operation in the 1st degree. He was also operating a vehicle without an ignition interlock device and had an open container of alcohol in the vehicle. Mr. Johnson’s vehicle was impounded under Suffolk County’s DWI Seizure Law.

Mr. Johnson was held overnight and arraigned in Shelter Island Justice Court, Judge Mary-Faith Westervelt presiding. He was released on $1,000 bail.

Three days later, on Friday, November 6, he was driving west on Ram Island Drive when he was stopped again by police for failure to signal and to stop at a stop sign. Following investigation, he was arrested at about 9 a.m. for aggravated unlicensed operation in the 1st degree, driving without a required interlock device and driving while ability impaired. He was processed at police headquarters and arraigned in Justice Court, in front of Judge Westervelt. Mr. Johnson was released on $50,000 bail on the condition that he immediately enter a treatment program.

On November 3 at about 9 a.m., Raul Castro, 27, of Patchogue was stopped on West Neck Road for speeding — 50 mph in a 35-mph zone — and subsequently arrested for unlicensed operation and aggravated unlicensed operation in the 3rd degree. His vehicle was seized due to a prior conviction for unlicensed operation under Suffolk County’s Seizure Law. Mr. Castro was released on $100 station house bail and scheduled to appear in Justice Court at a later date.

On the same day, at about 9 p.m., Candis J. Leary, 35, of Southold was stopped for failure to stay in lane. She was subsequently arrested for driving while intoxicated, aggravated unlicensed operation in the 3rd degree, unlicensed operation and two counts of failure to keep right. Ms. Leary was held overnight and arraigned in Justice Court the next day, Judge Westervelt presiding, and released on $1,000 bail. She will return to court at a later date.

Summonses
Frank C. Devito, 54, of Southampton was driving on South Ferry Road on November 3 when he was ticketed for unlicensed operation.

On November 5, Julio C. Ticuro, 31, of Greenport was driving on Clinton Avenue when he was stopped by police and given two summonses for failure to cover loose cargo and for unlicensed operation. He had several prior convictions for unlicensed operation and his vehicle was seized under Suffolk County’s Seizure Law.

OTHER REPORTS
An automatic burglary alarm was set off at a residence on Ram Island on November 3. Police found no indication of any criminal activity.

A caller reported an injured deer in the Center on November 5. Police responded and put the deer down. A second injured deer was put down by police in Silver Beach on November 7.

A low-hanging electric wire was reported in the Center on November 5. PSEG was notified.

A caller reported that a large box truck went around the traffic barricade on School Street on November 5. Police located the truck’s driver and he was advised next time to go around the block or he would be ticketed.

The Shelter Island Fire Department responded to an automatic fire alarm at a home in the Center on November 5. It was a false alarm. A second residential fire alarm was set off in the Center on November 8; it was a false alarm and activated accidentally, the SIFD chief said.

A caller reported hearing gunshots on the air strip in Westmoreland on November 6. Police canvassed the area and also sat stationary patrol with negative results.

Police documented a case, civil in nature, for the courts on November 7.

A Center caller reported a dead turkey and an injured turkey on November 8. When police arrived, the injured turkey had moved on.

On November 9, a caller reported that a vehicle was parked in front of his residence on Ram Island. Police located the owner who was hunting in the area.

At 7:15 in the morning on November 10, police observed someone unloading bushels of scallops from a truck in Cartwright. The person was advised that if he scallops again before sunrise, he will be ticketed.

On November 9, a complainant reported an altercation during open gym at the school. Police investigated and prosecution was declined.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported two people to Eastern Long Island Hospital on November 3 and 8.

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Those named in arrest reports or receiving police summonses have not been convicted of a crime. In court, the charges against them may be reduced or withdrawn or the defendants may be found not guilty.

SUMMONSES
Ofelia Jerez, 30, of Greenport was driving on North Ferry Road on November 10 when she was stopped by police for speeding — 54 mph in a 40-mph zone. She was also ticketed for unlicensed operation.

ACCIDENTS
Germaine C. Faison of Riverhead was driving southbound on Ram Island Road on November 10 when she hit a large branch on the roadway. There was minor damage to the driver’s-side front bumper.

David Salerno of Shelter Island was driving southbound on South Ferry Road on November 11 when a deer ran into the left front bumper of his vehicle, causing over $1,000 in damage.

On November 12, a caller reported a dead deer on a West Neck roadway. According to the police blotter, the deer had apparently been hit by a vehicle that had then left the scene of the accident.

Paul D. Sherrod of New York City was headed southbound on West Neck Road when a deer ran into the passenger-side of his vehicle. Damages were estimated at over $1,000. The deer was killed in the accident.

Kristine F. Thilberg of Shelter Island was driving north on North Ferry Road when a deer ran into the driver’s-side of the vehicle, causing over $1,000 in damages. There were no injuries.

OTHER REPORTS
A dead deer was found at a Center intersection on November 10; the Highway Department was notified.

A large brown and white dog was reported at large on North Midway Road on November 10. Police responded but the owner subsequently informed police he had retrieved the dog.

On November 15, a Center resident turned a small French bulldog into headquarters. The dog was returned to its owner who reported the dog had escaped from the yard.

A complaint about a barking dog was received from a Center caller on November 15. Police were unable to determine the location.

On November 10, a caller reported that a vehicle had been left in the Heights without a permit. The vehicle’s owner was not aware of HPOC’s permitting rules.

Police responded on November 10 to a caller who turned in a $100 bill that she believed was counterfeit.

A primary wire fell in the Center on November 11, igniting some brush. The Shelter Island Fire Department was called but police on patrol had put out the flames with a fire extinguisher. PSEG was notified.

On November 12, a Hay Beach caller told police that leaves were being blown onto her property. Police found no evidence that the dumping was intentional.

Police participated in a travel safety discussion at the Shelter Island School on November 13 for students going on a class trip to Disney World.

Also on November 13, police received a complaint about landscaping vehicles parked on the caller’s Ram Island property.

On November 14, police were requested to check on the welfare of the caller’s children.

Police responded to a caller’s complaint about being harassed on November 14.

Just after midnight on November 15, police observed a vehicle spotlighting a Center woods, stopped the vehicle and saw a hunting bow in the front equipped with a flashlight. The occupants were issued a warning about night hunting/poaching deer. The driver said they were just looking at a deer that had run across the road.

On November 15, police received a report about a small brush fire in Cartwright. The SIFD also responded. A neighbor said that while cleaning up leaves, the muffler on his machine, which was hot, may have started the fire. There was no property damage.

Police received a call about a small stove fire at a home in Silver Beach on November 15. The SIFD said the stove was defective and removed it from the residence, shutting off the propane.

Also on the 15th, police responded to a dispute about an intoxicated passenger’s refusal to pay for a fare from Montauk to Greenport. The passenger was advised that not paying the fare could result in an arrest. The fare was paid.

Five burglary alarms were activated in the Center, Silver Beach and Menantic on November 11, 12 and 15. One could have been the result of an Island-wide power outage; one was set off accidentally; and there was no sign of any criminal activity in two others. The fifth was a perimeter activated alarm; the residence appeared to be secure.

AIDED CASES
Shelter Island Emergency Medical Service teams transported three people to Eastern Long Island Hospital on November 12, 14 and 16. A team responded to another case on November 10 but transportation to ELIH was provided privately. In a fifth case on November 12, medical attention was refused.