The Third Squad reports an Arrest for a Reckless Endangerment that occurred at 8:00pm on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, in New Hyde Park.
According to Detectives, Defendant Antoine Taitt, 29, of 11584 221st Street Cambria Heights while working as a delivery driver arrived to the rear parking lot of 151 Denton Avenue in New Hyde Park and parked the white 2019 Ford Transit Van. The male victim, 43, approached the defendant and inquired about where the package was to be delivered and the where the van was parked; an argument ensued and the defendant with a closed fist struck the victim in the right cheek. A physical struggle occurred but both men were separated by witnesses on scene. At that time, Defendant Antoine Taitt proceeded to enter his vehicle, placed the van in reverse twice and accelerated toward the victim each time. The victim retreated between two semi-trucks and was unharmed. The Defendant struck the trucks causing approximately $2000.00 worth of damage and then proceeded to flee the scene. The male victim was evaluated on scene by a Police Medic.
Defendant Antoine Taitt was located on Denton Avenue and at 9:46pm was placed into custody. He is charged with Reckless Endangerment 1st Degree, Criminal Mischief 2nd Degree and Assault 2nd Degree. He will be arraigned on Thursday, June 22, 2023, in First District Court 99 Main Street Hempstead.