Police: Man sought in two Suffolk pharmacy robberies

Who robbed two pharmacies last month in Suffolk County? That’s what police want to know — and they’re hoping you can help them find out and locate the suspect.

The first robbery occurred at a CVS on Terry Road in Smithtown at approximately 2 p.m. on Nov. 18, Suffolk County police said, the suspect stealing an unspecified amount and type of drugs.

Police said the same suspect is believed to have robbed a ShopRite pharmacy on Nesconset Highway in Hauppauge at about 1:30 p.m. on Nov. 29. Police said the man stole drugs.

Police released a surveillance photograph of the suspect, who is wearing dark clothing, including a ski mask and gloves. Police ask anyone with information regarding the identity of the suspect to call Crime Stoppers at 800-220-TIPS. All calls will remain confidential.

Callers are eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000 for any information leading to an arrest.

By John Valenti

john.valenti@newsday.com

John Valenti, a reporter at Newsday since 1981, has been honored nationally by the Associated Press and Society of the Silurians for investigative, enterprise and breaking news reporting, as well as column writing, and is the author of “Swee'pea,” a book about former New York playground basketball star Lloyd Daniels. Valenti is featured in the Emmy Award-winning ESPN 30-for-30 film “Big Shot.”