A Queens man is facing burglary charges after Nassau County police say he broke into a Syosset home on Dec. 19, 2025 and walked out with roughly $210,000 in jewelry and cash. Investigators identified the suspect as 40-year-old Ronald Suarez, who they say was tracked down and arrested on May 14, 2026.
According to News 12 Long Island, detectives allege Suarez slipped into the Syosset residence on Dec. 19 and removed jewelry and currency they value at about $210,000. The outlet reports he was charged with burglary, has an outstanding grand larceny warrant out of New York City, and that officials said he is living in the United States illegally.
High-value jewelry thefts across the region
The arrest comes as law enforcement around the metro area continues to investigate several pricey jewelry schemes this spring, including what the NYPD has described as "jewelry swap" thefts that investigators say total more than $900,000 in losses. CBS New York reported that pattern unfolded in Brooklyn and Queens and led to several arrests, with officers warning residents to be suspicious of strangers offering unsolicited help or so-called blessings.
Charges and next steps
As reported by News 12 Long Island, Nassau County police charged Suarez with burglary after locating him on May 14 and say the investigation is still active. The outlet notes that the outstanding grand larceny warrant from New York City could lead to additional legal proceedings. Investigators have not publicly reported any violence connected to the Syosset break-in.
What the law says
Under New York law, breaking into a home can be prosecuted as burglary in the second degree, a class C felony. The state penal code sets out that offense and how it is graded at NYSenate.gov. Grand larceny charges are defined under Article 155 and are based on the value of the property that was taken, with New York Courts jury instructions summarizing the thresholds that guide prosecutors and judges.
Authorities are asking anyone with information about the Syosset case to contact Nassau County police. Local officials say residents who have tips or surveillance footage should reach out to help detectives try to recover the stolen items and determine whether additional charges may follow.
