Arson at HORNBILL DRIVE on 10/03/2026 12:00 AM

Type: Arson

Date: 10/03/2026 12:00 AM

Description: The Arson Bomb Squad reports the details of a fire that occurred on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 9:26 a.m. in North Hills. According to detectives, sixth precinct officers responded to a Hornbill drive residence for a fire. Upon arrival, officers observed flames coming from the front door and with the assistance of the Manhasset Fire Department were able to remove a resident through a window to safety. The Manhasset Fire Department along with several neighboring fire departments were able to extinguish the fire. The resident and one officer were transported to a local hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation. The Nassau County Fire Marshall and the Arson Bomb Squad responded to the scene. The investigation is ongoing.

Address: HORNBILL DRIVE, North Hills, NY

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Name

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Missing Age

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Est. Current Age

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Last Seen

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Physical Description

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Case Number

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Name

Frederick Pagliaro

Age

Cause of Death

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Info

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Agency

Yonkers PD

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