Crime

Island Park man arrested for alleged robbery in Long Beach

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Albert Garfield of Island Park has been arrested after police say he allegedly robbed a Long Beach store.
Nassau County police report responded to Ace Hardware on Long Beach Road on March 1. Police say they found Garfield, 57, with merchandise that he tried to walk out with, but allegedly didn't pay for.
An employee confronted Garfield, who then kicked the employee and ran out of the store, according to police.
Police arrested Garfield. He is facing  charges of robbery, criminal possession of stolen property and petit larceny.