Friday, May 16, 2025
A Long Beach man has been indicted on attempted murder and assault charges for allegedly attacking an ex-coworker with an axe, Nassau County District Attorney Anne Dannelly's office announced Thursday.
Anthony Calvo, 34, allegedly struck a 60-year-old former colleague in the head and face with an axe multiple times, resulting in life-threatening injuries.
"A past workplace disagreement spurred this alleged horrific unprovoked attack that left a man with catastrophic injuries and clinging to life," Donnelly said. "Miraculously, despite the significant trauma he had allegedly suffered at the hands of this defendant, the victim was able to drag himself to his home, bang on the door, and get help. This brutal, senseless attack will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law, and we will get justice for this victim."
The attack allegedly happened on Feb. 13 just before 6 p.m. as the victim was walking home from his overnight shift as a taxi dispatcher in Long Beach. As he walked down Arizona Avenue toward his home, Calvo allegedly ran up behind him and hit him at least three times with the axe. Calvo also previously worked as a taxi driver, up until 2022.
The victim was transported to Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital in Oceanside, where he underwent multiple surgeries and is still in critical condition.
A search warrant was executed on Feb. 19 at Calvo's apartment, where a face mask and a white electronic bicycle were found, which surveillance video footage showed him allegedly leaving on. Calvo was arrested on March 12 by the Long Beach Police Department.
"Thanks to the dedicated and collaborative efforts of the Nassau County District Attorney's Office, the Nassau County Police Homicide Squad and our Long Beach Police Detectives and Officers, a dangerous individual has been taken off of the street," Long Beach Acting Police Commissioner Richard DePalma said. "The arrest and subsequent indictment for attempted murder represent a critical step in delivering justice and ensuring safety for our community. We remain committed to protecting our city and will continue to pursue those who commit violence against others."
Calvo is due back in court on June 2.
