The Fifth Squad reports the arrest of a Hempstead man for Criminal Possession of a Weapon that occurred on Friday, August 23, 2024 at 10:18 am in Hempstead.
According to detectives, Nassau County Police Paramedics and Officers responded to the parking lot of Cherry Valley Shopping Center, located at 456 Hempstead Turnpike for an aided call. Upon arrival, Defendant Ernaldo Meus, 27, of 4 Fordham Place was located lying on the ground and sustained minor injuries after falling off his bicycle. During the investigation, police recovered a black Hi Point .45 caliber handgun from the defendant’s bag, including one loaded black magazine with eight (8) .45 caliber rounds and he was placed under arrest without incident. Defendant Ernaldo Meus was transported to a nearby hospital for assessment and treatment.
Defendant Ernaldo Meus is charged with Criminal Possession of a Firearm, Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd Degree, Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd Degree. He will be arraigned on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at First District Court, located at 99 Main Street, Hempstead.
Details by: Det. Bell / 5th Squad 08/23/24/1700/9962