Incident location, Long Island
What Happened
A Roosevelt man was taken into custody Monday morning on a felony weapons charge in the North Merrick area of Nassau County, according to an official press release issued by the Nassau County Police Department. The arrest occurred at approximately 9:30 a.m. on Monday, June 15, 2026, and was handled by the NCPD’s First Squad, which has jurisdiction over portions of central and south Nassau County.
According to the Nassau County Police Department press release, the suspect is a male resident of Roosevelt, a hamlet located in Nassau County just a few miles west of North Merrick. He was charged with Criminal Possession of a Firearm. The specific degree of the charge — which determines the severity of potential penalties under New York State Penal Law — has not been publicly released at this time.
The precise street location of the arrest within North Merrick has not been disclosed by police. Details about what led officers to the suspect, whether a traffic stop, a foot patrol encounter, a tip from the public, or another investigative lead preceded the arrest, remain limited. It is also not confirmed at this stage whether the firearm was loaded, what type of weapon was involved, or whether any additional suspects are being sought in connection with the incident.
No injuries have been reported in connection with the arrest, and the NCPD has not indicated that the weapon was discharged or used in a threatening manner prior to the suspect’s apprehension. Police have not yet confirmed whether any additional charges are expected to be filed as the investigation continues.
The First Squad, which is based in Elmont and covers a broad swath of Nassau’s central communities including Merrick, Bellmore, and Roosevelt, regularly handles incidents across this densely populated corridor of Long Island’s South Shore. Further information about the suspect, including his age and the specific circumstances of the arrest, has not been released as of the time of this report.
Location & Road Context
North Merrick is an unincorporated hamlet in the Town of Hempstead in Nassau County, situated along the South Shore of Long Island. The area is primarily residential, bordered by Merrick to the south, Bellmore to the east, and East Meadow to the north. It is accessible via several major corridors, including Sunrise Highway (NY-27) to the south and the Meadowbrook State Parkway, which cuts through the region north to south. For a full look at road conditions and incidents across the area, visit our Nassau County roads and incidents page.
Our local incident database currently contains 561 recorded accidents in Nassau County, reflecting the high traffic volume and activity levels across this part of Long Island. North Merrick itself has one recorded incident in our database — this arrest on June 15, 2026 — underscoring that while the hamlet is generally a quieter residential community, law enforcement activity does occur. Residents and commuters traveling through the area on June 15 may have noticed a First Squad police presence, though the arrest does not appear to have caused any road closures or traffic disruptions.
Investigation & Legal Proceedings
The suspect, identified only as a Roosevelt man, was charged with Criminal Possession of a Firearm following the 9:30 a.m. arrest, per the Nassau County Police Department. Under New York Penal Law, Criminal Possession of a Firearm — depending on the specific degree charged — can range from a Class E felony carrying up to four years in state prison, to higher-degree felonies with significantly longer potential sentences, particularly if the weapon is found to be loaded or if the possessor has a prior criminal record.
Arraignment details, bail status, and the name of the presiding court have not been released by police as of the time of publication. It is not yet confirmed whether the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office has formally taken up the case or whether additional charges are anticipated. Police have not yet confirmed whether the investigation is ongoing or whether additional individuals may be connected to the firearm.
Broader Impact
Criminal Possession of a Firearm charges in New York State have become increasingly scrutinized in recent years following changes to state bail reform laws and landmark federal Second Amendment rulings. In Nassau County, law enforcement has maintained an active focus on illegal weapons removal — a concern that spans communities across the county’s South Shore corridor, including the Roosevelt and Merrick areas. Residents with information about illegal firearms in their communities are encouraged to contact the NCPD First Squad or use the department’s anonymous tip line. For a broader look at public safety incidents across Nassau County, see our Nassau County incidents tracker.