Name: Breakthrough in Suffolk cold case investigations
Uploaded: 2026-11-12T22:33:44.810Z
Description: Among the victims identified was "Montauk Mary," who was found shot to death in 1978. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

<p>Among the victims identified was&nbsp;&quot;Montauk Mary,&quot; who was found shot to death in 1978. NewsdayTV&#39;s Shari Einhorn reports.</p>


Long Island

Crime

liCOLD261113_video

Suffolk investigators identify 6 cold case victims

long island

Suffolk

Brentwood

East Islip

onecms:5fa0976c-da1a-45bc-bd03-19a1d08a9ce9

Newsday

Breakthrough in Suffolk cold case investigations

Copy Of liCOLD261113_photos

Cold Case Boards - FINAL-2.png

Most Popular

Latest videos

Crime video slot

Among the victims identified was "Montauk Mary," who was found shot to death in 1978. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

Michelle Chronick Tyson, 59, has been charged with murder in the killing of a newborn, whose body was found in a movie theater toilet in 1996. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'We look forward to litigating this case'

The lawsuit contains new public allegations of abuse of Jor'Dynn Duncan and another child, as well as more details on previously reported abuse allegations. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'I don't have my daughter anymore'

The three women who have been charged in connection with Jor'Dynn Duncan's death — Emily Kelly, Barbara Renner and Elyssa Seymore — have each pleaded not guilty and are awaiting trial. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'We are here to search for the truth'

Crime Article Bottom Module

The cases span 50 years, with the earliest dating back to 1976, Suffolk DA Ray Tierney told reporters during a news conference in Brentwood.

Investigators identify 6 cold case victims, including 'Montauk Mary,' with use of new DNA technology

Luis Parada, of Brentwood, allegedly raped the girl starting at age 15, the Suffolk district attorney said.

LI man indicted in rape, sex trafficking of teen girl

The Gilgo Beach serial killer has access to a tablet and free phone calls inside a fortresslike upstate prison where walls reach 60 feet high.

23 hours a day in a cell: Inside Rex Heuermann's life behind bars

Police said a man was struck with a firearm, a woman was shoved and items were taken from the home.

Mastic family assaulted during home burglary; police seek 4 suspects

Suffolk police said the incident began at about 1:20 p.m. Tuesday when Second Precinct Anti-Crime officers approached Victor Santos during a patrol check at the park at 33 W. 11th St.

LI man dies after he is arrested by police

Saul Amantecatl Sanchez is charged with first-degree aggravated harassment and making graffiti.

NYC man arrested in connection with swastika graffiti at Lawrence JCC

Sign up for the Morning Update newsletter

Morning Update Newsletter Widget

The arrest follows several recent incidents involving weapons at Long Island schools.

HS student arrested after switchblade found in backpack, police say

Crime Video Playlist

The mother of a 7-year-old who was allegedly tortured and killed is filing a $250 million lawsuit against Suffolk County. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

'Multiple systems together that failed at every single point'

New court filings show the girl was allegedly isolated in her room and told not to leave the bed or speak with anyone for a full day while her appointed caretaker, Emily Kelly, visited the girl's father in prison. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

New court documents in Jor'Dynn Duncan case

Tanya Jackson's dismembered body was once tied to the Gilgo Beach serial killer probe, authorities said. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

Possible motive in 'Peaches' case revealed

Stuart Cameron, now the chief of the Old Westbury Police Department, said "The Long Watch" began as an attempt to share his experiences during 40-plus years in law enforcement with his children and grandchildren.

'You're watching out over the citizens that live in the area you're responsible for'

They likely belong to an elderly woman who went missing in the area in December, Nassau Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder said. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa has more.

'The body has not been positively identified'

Ex-NYS court officer Brian Burke accompanied Rex Heuermann to nearly all of his court appearances. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'The most disturbing case I ever worked'

By embracing his mother, Joshua Wilck violated a court order for him to stay away from his parents. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Man charged with attacking parents arrested after hugging mother in court

Nassau County police said Nolan Gaugler, 34, was conducting a chemical experiment when the mixture "reacted violently." NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Of course it was dangerous'

A Human Rights Commission finds Suffolk cops failed to use body cameras properly 179 times in 2025-26. Newsday reporter Michael O'Keeffe explains.

'They all agree body cameras are good'

The victim's identity has not yet been released. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

Homicide probe launched in Nassau

More than 700 of the automatic license plate readers adorn poles and other structures in Nassau and Suffolk counties pitting security against privacy concerns. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'Invasion of privacy? That's not cool'

The sentencing brings to an end a 6-year case that began in the early days of the COVID pandemic. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

'I would just like to move on'

Homepage Trending

NY College Guide

Election results

Wallet Watch

Working Moms

NEWSDAY TV SHORTS

Vertical videos

Newsday travel reporter Carissa Kellman visits the Harvest Inn, a bed-and-breakfast in Peconic.

Staycation at a North Fork B&B

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano, Newsday deputy lifestyle editor Meghan Giannotta and Newsday family writer Beth Whitehouse take a sneak peek at some of the hottest toys on Newsday's 2026 holiday gift guide.

Newsday's 2026 holiday gift guide: Hottest toys parents should look out for

High-priced North Shore communities experienced some of the fastest appreciation in home values. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

Where LI home prices rose fastest this year

Shoe repair shops keep solid footing on Long Island while store numbers decline elsewhere. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

Shoe repair is a fading trade. On LI, it still has sole.

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed meets with the chef at The Halyard and shows us how local produce makes its way onto the menu.

Out East: What's on the menu at Soundview Inn's restaurant, The Halyard

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano has your look at what's new at Belmont Park Village ahead of the 2026 holiday shopping season.

Shopping our way through Belmont Park Village's new stores

Matthew Simoni returned from 10 years in the military, including combat missions, and dedicated himself to helping vets with the same kind of emotional scars that he carried. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie has more.

An LI veteran's journey from four deployments to a fatal overdose

NewsdayTV's Andi Berlin visits Tacos Malamadre in Mineola to try their 'slap' taco.

Trying a trending taco in Mineola

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame inducted Ray Romano as its first nonmusical honoree in the museum's 22-year history Thursday.

'I feel like a Long Islander'

The show must go on! NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa heads to Costume America in Farmingdale where they have made more than 50,000 costumes.

LI Works: There's no business like the costume business

<a href="https://www.newsday.com/video/newsdaytv-top-stories">Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories</a>

Newsday TV

NewsdayTV Top Item

Latest on bridge scaffolding collapse ... Heuermann's life behind bars ... Blustery, wet day in the forecast ... HS plays of the week

Latest on bridge scaffolding collapse ... Heuermann's life behind bars ... Blustery, wet day in the forecast

App Nativo Ad Unit Slot

Crime - megaslot

Follow crime and courts news in Nassau and Suffolk, including incidents reported in your neighborhood, trial coverage, sentencings and more.

Stay logged in.