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​5 Accused Of Killing LI Girl Over Gang Affiliation: Patch PM

Also: Bar in hot water over shooting death gambling pool​ / Grocery store operated secret nightclub: cops / New Texas Roadhouse opens on LI

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5 Accused Of Killing Long Island Girl Over Gang Affiliation: Cops

Police say five people tied to the MS-13 gang lured the 16-year-old into a park and killed her over her affiliation to a rival gang.

Long Island Bar Spurs Controversy With Shooting Death Gambling Pool

"Numbers are up early. Let the shooting sprees begin," said an Instagram post from the bar, which placed bets on NYC shootings.

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2 Police Officers Assaulted; 4 People Arrested: Police

The officers were trying to disperse a crowd of 30 people, many of whom were blocking traffic in the street, police said.

Gas Station Fire Leaves 1 Seriously Hurt: Police

The fire broke out in an underground tank, firefighters say. Pictures showed orange flames and black smoke shooting out of the ground.

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Grocery Store Had Secret Nightclub: State

Officials said social distancing crackdowns led them to the grocery store, which had a secret room in the basement with gambling machines.

Heroin, Fentanyl, Crack Seized In LI House Search: Police

Police say two men were arrested and face drug charges.


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