The Seventh Precinct Problem Oriented Policing (POP) Unit report the arrest of two (2) men during the “Project 21” initiative, which targets the sale of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products to minors. The initiative was conducted on Monday, May 6, 2024 at 6:35 pm in Nassau County.
According to officers, the following individuals were arrested at the following establishments with the assistance of underage agents:
- Edward J. Duffy, 22, of 2300 Arby Court, Wantagh, sold nicotine products to a minor at Smoke Bazzar, located at 3010 Merrick Road in Wantagh. He is charged with Sale of Tobacco Products to a Minor.
- Jay Rajodiya, 19, of 22 Lahey Street, New Hyde Park, sold nicotine products to a minor at Bellmore Cigar Shop, located at 2685 Merrick Road in Bellmore. He is charged with Sale of Tobacco Products to a Minor.
The above defendants were issued Nassau County Appearance Tickets returnable to First District Court, 99 Main Street, Hempstead on May 30, 2024.
