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His defense attorney says the 15-year-old is "presumed innocent," and "everyone needs to remember that before jumping to conclusions."
Five adults were treated for non-life-threatening injuries, and a child was evaluated, at local hospitals, Suffolk police say.
It happened at around 4 p.m., Suffolk police say.
He has "accepted responsibility, and expressed remorse," one of his defense attorney says.
His pickup was struck in the rear driver side window at around 8:40 a.m., Suffolk police say.
The shopping center's owner plans to remodel the space and seek "a small expansion" of the building, Supervisor Dan Panico says.
Coach Darrell Sumpter "truly embodied the spirit of community and compassion," Legis. James Mazzarella says.
The Blue Card Program will help drivers, as well as deputy sheriffs during traffic stops.
Heaters can't be ruled out as the origin's ignition source, and there were "multiple factors" contributing to the spread, fire marshal says.
It happened just after 8 a.m., Suffolk police say.
Its dock will be closed, lifeguards will not be on duty, and restrooms will be limited, the National Park Service says.
The task force, which began as a pilot in November, has been extended due to its success, officials say.
The first fire started in a backyard in Sound Beach, Suffolk police say.
The Aussies, famous for hits like "Down Under" and "Who Can It Be Now?," will perform as part of "Rock the Bay - 80s Beach Party."
The people, who were aboard "Hot Chocolate" were found safe after leaving New Haven bound for Okracoke, NC , the U.S. Coast Guard said.
They were issued Desk Appearance Tickets returnable to First District Court in Central Islip on a later date, Suffolk cops say.
Anthony Wright's attorney says prosecutors' case is based on teen's testimony and she lacks credibility, Newsday reported.
The attack happened when he showed up to sell an iPhone, Suffolk police say.
UPDATE: It happened after an argument when the boy barricaded himself in his room on his computer and skipped school, Newsday reported.
"They have seen everything come to their hospitals, but they were not prepared for this today." - Robert Misseri
