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Cop of the Month James Oresto

Police Officer James Oresto has been named the Fifth Precinct's Cop of the Month for his work in getting an illegal gun off the street.

In June 2008, Oresto responded to a radio call of shots fired in the Bellport area. When he got to the area, he saw three men walking together.

As he approached them, one of the men ran off, and Oresto gave chase. During the chase, the officer saw the...

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