Fifth Squad Detectives report the arrest of a Valley Stream man for an Assault that occurred on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 5:10 pm in Valley Stream.
According to detectives, officers responded to a 911 call for a disturbance. During the investigation, Ubaldo Arismendi Lagreca, 28, became combative with officers. Lagreca refused to comply, ignored instructions and attempted to leave the scene. Lagreca pushed an officer and a struggled ensued, causing the defendant and officer to fall to the ground. The officer struck his left elbow and suffered significant pain. After being warned, an officer utilized an Electronic Control Device (ECD), Taser. Lagreca exited the residence, attempted to enter a locked police vehicle, before finally placing his hand behind his back to be placed under arrest.
The officer was transported to an area hospital for treatment and evaluation.
Defendant Lagreca is charged with Assault 2nd Degree, Resisting Arrest and Obstructing Governmental Administration 2nd Degree. He will be arraigned Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at First District Court, Hempstead.