Suffolk County authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted on a child neglect warrant, officials said.
Fred Coleman, 38, is currently wanted by the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office on an Article 10 Child Abuse and Neglect arrest warrant issued on August 12, 2025, by a judge, according to officials.
Core Details
Coleman is described as 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighing approximately 210 pounds, with brown eyes and a bald head.
Authorities said he has known ties to multiple locations, including Long Beach, Wyandanch, and Brooklyn, which may complicate efforts to locate him.
Law enforcement did not release additional details about the underlying allegations tied to the warrant but emphasized that the case involves child abuse and neglect proceedings under Article 10.
Investigation and Public Appeal
The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information about Coleman’s whereabouts to come forward.
Tips can be submitted by calling the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Warrant Squad at 631-853-5697 or by emailing SCSOINVESTIGATIVESERVICES@suffolkcountyny.gov. Authorities noted that the public’s assistance is often critical in locating individuals with outstanding warrants.
Legal Context
An Article 10 warrant in New York typically relates to family court proceedings involving allegations of child abuse or neglect. These cases can carry serious legal consequences, including court-ordered supervision, removal of a child from a home, or other protective measures.
Officials did not specify Coleman’s current whereabouts or whether he is believed to still be in the region.
The investigation remains active.
Photo: Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office.
