Hempstead, N.Y. — A 42-year-old homeless woman has been arrested and charged after allegedly attacking and holding another woman captive during a violent incident on Eastern Parkway, police said.
According to detectives, officers responded to a 911 call on Tuesday, August 5, after a friend of the victim reported that she was being held against her will. When police arrived, they found Shawnequa Polite and a 28-year-old woman who had visible injuries.
Investigators said Polite had been temporarily staying at the victim’s apartment when an argument over finances escalated into violence. Polite allegedly punched the victim and then kicked her in the face as she tried to escape. Authorities said Polite then locked the woman in her room, preventing her from seeking help and leaving her in fear for her life.
The victim was able to contact a friend, who called 911. Officers arrested Polite at the scene without incident, and the victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment and evaluation.
Polite was charged with third-degree burglary, third-degree attempted robbery, third-degree assault, and unlawful imprisonment. She was arraigned Wednesday, August 6, at First District Court, located at 99 Main St., Hempstead.
The investigation remains ongoing.
