(Long Island, NY) Third Squad detectives are investigating a residential burglary that occurred on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at 4:52 pm in East Hills.
According to detectives, two Third Precinct officers received a call for a residential alarm at a Wildwood Lane home. Upon arrival it was observed that a rear door to the home was open and a search of the residence was initiated. During the search a male black subject was located hiding on the floor in one of the homes bedrooms.
Nassau County Police are investigating a residential burglary that occurred on Saturday, December 5 in East Hills. Photo Credit: Chris Boyle.
An attempt was made to place the subject into custody, who resisted arrest and attempted to take one officer’s service weapon. After a continued struggle, the subject, who was further described as being 6’1” tall, 28-35 years old with a stocky build, curly hair, wearing a black jacket and black pants, was able to break free and flee the home.
During the clash both officers suffered non-life threatening injuries causing one officer to be transported to an area hospital for treatment.
A search of the area was conducted without success and detectives request anyone with information regarding this incident to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.
