The Second Squad reports the arrest of a Locust Valley man for Criminal Contempt that occurred on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 2:30 pm in Locust Valley.

According to Detectives, officers responded to a Pershing Avenue residence for a well check. Upon police arrival, officers were informed the defendant, Rasim Velaj, 58, was involved in a verbal argument with a female, 30, resident and was refusing to let her leave the home. After a thorough investigation, officers were able to locate the victim unharmed at the above location. Defendant Rasim Velaj was placed under arrest without incident. Further investigation revealed the defendant was also in violation of an active Order of Protection.

Defendant Rasim Velaj is charged with Criminal Contempt 1^st Degree and Unlawful Imprisonment 1^st Degree. He will be arraigned on Tuesday, August 21, 2024 at First District Court, 99 Main Street in Hempstead.

Details by: Det. Coupe/ 2^nd Squad                                              08/21/24/0100/9849