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Suffolk County Police today arrested a Lyft driver who sexually abused a passenger in Central Islip early this morning.

Hussein Saleh picked up two adult female passengers in Patchogue. During the drive, in Central Islip, Saleh sexually abused the female sitting in the front seat. One of the women called 911 from the vehicle and police responded at 3 a.m.

Saleh, 36, 10 Woodmont Place, Farmingville, was arrested and charged with two counts of Sexual Abuse 1^st Degree.  He will be held overnight for arraignment at First District Court in Central Islip tomorrow.

A criminal charge is an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Authority: Geraldine Hart, Commissioner, Suffolk County Police Department  18-727578