This week in the Long Island Press: The Rockaway Beach shark attack victim’s family speaks out, a Suffolk County death was linked to a rare bacterial infection, and more.
Family Of Rockaway Beach Shark Attack Victim Speaks Out
On Aug. 7, Tatyana Koltunyuk was attacked by a shark while swimming at Rockaway Beach in Queens. The shark attack sent Koltunyuk to the hospital, critically injured. Koltunyuk’s family has now spoken out.
‘Flesh-Eating Bacteria’ Linked To Long Island Death
A recent death in Suffolk County has been linked to vibriosis, a rare, potentially fatal, “flesh-eating” bacterial infection.
Town of Riverhead Remains in State of Emergency
On May 16, Town of Riverhead Supervisor Yvette Aguiar declared a state of emergency due to migrant-related concerns, following the expiration of Title 42. Title 42 expired on May 11.
Possible Shark Sighting At Jones Beach
According to New York State Police, there was a possible shark sighting at Jones Beach, off of the Central Mall.
Fire Island Jane Doe Identified As Karen Vergata
Fire Island Jane Doe has been identified as a woman named Karen Vergata, according to Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney.
