Police: Illegal guns found inside Old Bethpage home; couple charged with criminal weapons possession

Police say responding officers found six illegal firearms, two switchblade knives and multiple high capacity magazines inside the home.

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Apr 21, 2024, 9:46 PM

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Updated 256 days ago

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Nassau Police say they have found multiple guns inside an Old Bethpage home on Saturday night.

According to police, Patrick Jackson picked up a loaded shot gun during a fight with

Dorothy Scotto inside their home at approximately 7 p.m.

Scotto and her family left the home and called 911 fearing for their lives, according to detectives.

Police say responding officers found six illegal firearms, two switchblade knives and multiple high capacity magazines inside the home.

Both Jackson and Scotto are now facing charges for criminal weapons possession, with Jackson facing additional charges for menacing.

Both suspects will be arraigned Monday.

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