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81-year-old Delaware man tied up, tortured with hot syrup after being lured to home: Sheriff
Maria Gomez
Maria Gomez
Bureau Chief · Garden City, NY
Maria Gomez has over 15 years of experience in local journalism, having previously served as the editor for the Hempstead Herald and a contributor to Newsday. She graduated from Long Island University with a degree in Journalism and has a passion for engaging with the diverse voices of Garden City. Maria believes that community journalism plays a crucial role in shaping local identity.
More from Maria →Bureau Chief · Friday, November 6, 2026 at 3:04 PM · 1 min read
Two people are facing charges after authorities say an 81-year-old Delaware man was lured to a home in Maryland, where he was tortured, assaulted and robbed.
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