SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY—Derrick Clancy, 43, has pleaded guilty to multiple charges including burglary, sexual abuse, and assault, according to Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney. The guilty plea pertains to incidents involving the break-ins and attacks on two elderly women in their Mastic Beach homes.
The first attack occurred on October 10, 2023, where Clancy entered the home of a woman over 70 by cutting a hole in the window screen. During this incident, he physically and sexually abused the woman, claiming to possess a knife. The victim activated her medical alert system, prompting Clancy to flee.
A week later, on October 17, Clancy attacked another elderly woman, entering her home through a closet window. After the attack, this victim immediately contacted 911. Both victims received medical treatment for their injuries at a local hospital.
Clancy was apprehended on October 21, 2023, following a collaborative investigation involving Suffolk County Police, the U.S. Marshals Service, and other agencies. Evidence including a mask and a knife was recovered.
On April 30, 2024, Clancy admitted to his crimes before Acting Supreme Court Justice Karen M. Wilutis. His sentencing is scheduled for June 21, 2024, where he faces 22 years to life in prison. His legal representation is provided by Christopher Brocato, Esq.
