Authorities have arrested a 29-year-old Dix Hills man, Willian Portillo Melara, for public lewdness near the Smith Street School in Uniondale, New York. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon, leaving the local community shocked and concerned.
According to police, a 22-year-old woman witnessed Melara exposing and touching himself inside a car around 2:45 p.m. near the elementary school. Disturbed by the act, she quickly crossed the road to the school and reported the incident to a security guard.
When the security guard approached the vehicle, Melara fled the scene. However, police tracked him down the following day and took him into custody. He now faces charges of public lewdness.
Incidents like these serve as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance and quick reporting to authorities. The witness’s prompt action and the school’s immediate response helped ensure the suspect was apprehended swiftly.
The Uniondale community has expressed gratitude to law enforcement for their fast response in addressing this alarming situation. Parents and educators are encouraged to discuss personal safety measures with children and report any suspicious behavior to authorities.
