More than 100 summonses were issued by the Street Takeover Task Force during Thanksgiving weekend, marking one year since the initiative’s first launch and highlighting its impact on public safety.
Between November 27 and November 30, Task Force members issued 129 summonses, impounded three vehicles, broke up two car meets and made three arrests in connection with street takeovers, reckless driving and other hazardous activity.
“Once again, we see the professionalism and dedication our men and women in law enforcement bring to their jobs every day,” County Executive Ed Romaine said. “Since this specialized team was formed, we have taken dangerous drivers off our roads, impounded vehicles and continue to send the message that Suffolk County is not a friendly place to those who want to break our laws. I thank Police Commissioner
Catalina and the unit for the work they have done to address street takeovers.”
“These results show that our focused efforts are working,” Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina said. “The Task Force continues to take dangerous drivers off our streets and protect the public — especially during high-traffic holidays. We will continue our efforts to deter this treacherous behavior from happening on our roadways.”
Since its formation in November 2024, the Task Force has broken up 91 street takeovers, issued 8,130 summonses, arrested 59 people and impounded 97 vehicles.
The Task Force’s holiday weekend activity reflects the department’s mission to deter illegal street takeovers, hold offenders accountable, and ensure safe travel for residents and visitors alike.
Residents are encouraged to report information on street takeovers by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800- 220-TIPS. A $500 reward is offered through Crime Stoppers for information on street takeovers that leads to an arrest.