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28-04-2025
- Politics
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29-Year-Old Political Candidate Vanished but His Clothing Was Found on the Beach
A 29-year-old man who is seeking office on Long Island, New York, has disappeared, and authorities are asking the public for information on his whereabouts. Petros Krommidas was reported missing on Thursday, April 24, according to the Nassau County Police Department. He was last seen the night before at 9 p.m., local time, in Baldwin. He was described as measuring 6 feet 2 inches in height and weighing 230 lbs., with brown hair and brown eyes, police said. Related: Missing Michigan Woman, 74, Who Vanished After Casino Trip, Found Alive Stranded in the Woods 3 Days Later Krommidas was last seen wearing a camouflage print sweatshirt and gray sweatpants, they said, adding they believe he is in the Long Beach area. The police later said that Krommidas' vehicle was found near the Long Beach boardwalk and his clothing was discovered on the beach, Newsday reported. A Democrat, Krommidas is seeking a seat in the Nassau County Legislature's Fourth District this year, NBC affiliate WNBC reported. Krommidas' election primary is scheduled for June 24, with the general election later to be held on Nov. 4, according to The New York Post. Related: Brother of Fla. Woman Missing in Spain Says Family Members 'Still Have Hope': 'We Miss Her' On Tuesday, April 22, just days before he was reported missing, Krommidas shared a post on his Facebook campaign page that he spoke at Nassau County Young Democrats' monthly meeting. 'Thank you to the Nassau County Young Democrats for having me—always great to be with such a thoughtful, engaged group committed to making a difference in our community,' he said. On Monday, April 28, Jay S. Jacobs, chairman of the Nassau County Democratic Committee, said in a statement obtained by PEOPLE that read, 'We are heartbroken over the disappearance of Petros Krommidas. Petros is a bright, driven young man who has been a strong voice for Democratic values.' Related: Woman, 34, Went Missing After Her Phone Became Inactive and Was Found Alive a Week Later 'He is well respected by the community and represents the very best of our next generation of leaders,' the statement continued. 'We are keeping Petros and his family in our prayers and remain hopeful for his safe return.' According to his LinkedIn profile, Krommidas has served as a Democratic Party field organizer for Nassau County since December 2024. Before that, he served as a Morgan Stanley investment banking analyst, a TPG private equity associate and a Sageview Capital growth equity associate. Krommidas graduated from Chaminade High School in Mineola in 2013, and then from Columbia College in 2017, his profile read. Related: Hiker Missing for 13 Days Found Alive After Living off Foraged Berries and Granola Bars: 'Happiest Day of Our Lives' Eleni-Lemonia Krommidas, Petros' sister, posted the police bulletin about her missing brother on social media. 'My brother is missing, and we are deeply worried,' Eleni-Lemonia. ' Please share this post and help us spread the word—any information could make a difference. Thank you for your support during this incredibly difficult time.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Those with information on his whereabouts are encouraged to contact the Nassau County Police Department Missing Persons Squad at 516-573-7347 or to call 911. PEOPLE contacted the Nassau County Police Department for more information on Monday. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
29-Year-Old Political Candidate Vanished but His Clothing Was Found on the Beach
A 29-year-old man who is seeking office on Long Island, New York, has disappeared, and authorities are asking the public for information on his whereabouts. Petros Krommidas was reported missing on Thursday, April 24, according to the Nassau County Police Department. He was last seen the night before at 9 p.m., local time, in Baldwin. He was described as measuring 6 feet 2 inches in height and weighing 230 lbs., with brown hair and brown eyes, police said. Related: Missing Michigan Woman, 74, Who Vanished After Casino Trip, Found Alive Stranded in the Woods 3 Days Later Krommidas was last seen wearing a camouflage print sweatshirt and gray sweatpants, they said, adding they believe he is in the Long Beach area. The police later said that Krommidas' vehicle was found near the Long Beach boardwalk and his clothing was discovered on the beach, Newsday reported. A Democrat, Krommidas is seeking a seat in the Nassau County Legislature's Fourth District this year, NBC affiliate WNBC reported. Krommidas' election primary is scheduled for June 24, with the general election later to be held on Nov. 4, according to The New York Post. Related: Brother of Fla. Woman Missing in Spain Says Family Members 'Still Have Hope': 'We Miss Her' On Tuesday, April 22, just days before he was reported missing, Krommidas shared a post on his Facebook campaign page that he spoke at Nassau County Young Democrats' monthly meeting. 'Thank you to the Nassau County Young Democrats for having me—always great to be with such a thoughtful, engaged group committed to making a difference in our community,' he said. On Monday, April 28, Jay S. Jacobs, chairman of the Nassau County Democratic Committee, said in a statement obtained by PEOPLE that read, 'We are heartbroken over the disappearance of Petros Krommidas. Petros is a bright, driven young man who has been a strong voice for Democratic values.' Related: Woman, 34, Went Missing After Her Phone Became Inactive and Was Found Alive a Week Later 'He is well respected by the community and represents the very best of our next generation of leaders,' the statement continued. 'We are keeping Petros and his family in our prayers and remain hopeful for his safe return.' According to his LinkedIn profile, Krommidas has served as a Democratic Party field organizer for Nassau County since December 2024. Before that, he served as a Morgan Stanley investment banking analyst, a TPG private equity associate and a Sageview Capital growth equity associate. Krommidas graduated from Chaminade High School in Mineola in 2013, and then from Columbia College in 2017, his profile read. Related: Hiker Missing for 13 Days Found Alive After Living off Foraged Berries and Granola Bars: 'Happiest Day of Our Lives' Eleni-Lemonia Krommidas, Petros' sister, posted the police bulletin about her missing brother on social media. 'My brother is missing, and we are deeply worried,' Eleni-Lemonia. ' Please share this post and help us spread the word—any information could make a difference. Thank you for your support during this incredibly difficult time.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Those with information on his whereabouts are encouraged to contact the Nassau County Police Department Missing Persons Squad at 516-573-7347 or to call 911. PEOPLE contacted the Nassau County Police Department for more information on Monday. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Nassau Democrats block County Executive Blakeman's $400M plan
LONG ISLAND, N.Y. (PIX11) – Nassau Democrats have accused County Executive Bruce Blakeman of withholding critical first responder funding for their districts – and have refused to approve his $400 million plan for the county. Lawmakers abstained from voting at the Nassau County Legislature on Monday in the stand-off, which goes back to the beginning of 2025. Democrats are demanding Blakeman sign an agreement that would guarantee their districts a share of money for their police, fire and public safety needs. More Local News They argued Blakeman has denied their districts essential public funding for the last two years while showering only his fellow Republican-lead districts with the cash instead. Democrats pointed out that 31 Republican-lead towns received funding while their hamlets were left without money to pay for essential fire and police needs, like bulletproof vests and bunker gear. Blakeman decried what he called quid pro quo, but Democrats said not voting is the only way to ensure the county executive will equally share money across the county. Democrats said they're willing to keep negotiating and are hoping another vote can be scheduled next month. Republicans would need just one Democrat to vote with them to release the more than $400 million in funding. Erin Pflaumer is a digital content producer from Long Island who has covered both local and national news since 2018. She joined PIX11 in 2023. See more of her work here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
