Teens arrested for threatening 7-Eleven worker with knife in Bethpage

The teens fled the scene on foot but were located a short time later by police.

News 12 Staff

Aug 16, 2025, 10:06 AM

Updated 2 hr ago

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Two teenagers accused of threatening a 7-Eleven worker with knife were arrested Friday in Bethpage, according to police.
Authorities say a 14 and 15-year-old boy entered the store on Stewart Avenue, took several items and then attempted to leave without paying.
The 15-year-old displayed a knife when a worker confronted them.
The teens fled the scene on foot but were located a short time later by police.
Authorities say they are scheduled to appear in court at a later date.