Nassau County police are investigating two fatal stabbings in Island Park and Valley Stream that left two women dead, with one suspect now in custody.
According to the Nassau County Police Department, the incidents occurred between Thursday, April 30 and early Friday, May 1. Homicide detectives confirmed the cases are connected and involve the same suspect.
Police said the first victim was discovered in Island Park shortly after midnight Friday. Authorities later determined a second victim had been fatally stabbed hours earlier at a residence on West Mineola Avenue in Valley Stream.
Investigators have not yet released the names of the victims in the official statement, but outside reports identified one victim as a Long Beach woman who was killed while working a late shift at a fast-food restaurant.
The suspect was taken into custody in Lynbrook. Police said the individual is believed to have known both victims.
No charges had been formally announced in the initial police release, and the investigation remains active.
Authorities believe the Valley Stream homicide occurred first, sometime Thursday night.
Hours later, the second victim was attacked in Island Park in the early morning hours Friday.
Following the incidents, the suspect was located and taken into custody near a convenience store in Lynbrook.
Police have not disclosed a motive.
Detectives spent hours processing both crime scenes, including collecting evidence and canvassing the surrounding areas.
Neighbors in Valley Stream described the area as typically quiet, with no prior signs of violence. The presence of a large police response drew significant attention.
Law enforcement officials have indicated the attacks were targeted, based on the suspect’s connection to both victims.
As of now, the suspect remains in custody. Formal charges and arraignment are expected following a scheduled police briefing.
Authorities have not released additional details regarding the suspect’s identity or potential charges.
Police said more information, including the relationship between the suspect and the victims, is expected to be released during a formal briefing.
The investigation remains ongoing.
