Patchogue, New York – Christopher Volpe, a 44-year-old resident of Patchogue, has been sentenced to 4 ½ to 9 years in prison for his role in a series of burglaries targeting Dunkin’ Donuts franchises in Suffolk County in 2022. The sentencing was announced today by Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney.

Volpe pleaded guilty to Burglary in the Third Degree in September. According to court documents, between December 28, 2022, and January 20, 2023, Volpe, along with co-defendants Michael Gruber and Kristen Osmolia, burglarized multiple Dunkin’ Donuts locations. The trio was apprehended by investigators from the Suffolk County Police Department after their last alleged heist in Farmingville.

The burglaries resulted in the theft of approximately $6,500 from five Dunkin’ Donuts locations. However, approximately $4,500 of the stolen money was recovered following the arrest of the defendants.

Michael Gruber, aged 54 from Medford, also pleaded guilty to Burglary in the Third Degree in May 2023. He is awaiting sentencing. On the other hand, Kristen Osmolia, aged 52 from Holbrook, is charged with three counts of Burglary in the Third Degree and is currently held on bail.

During the proceedings, Assistant District Attorney Carlos J. Benitez II argued the case for the prosecution, while Detective Michael Stella provided investigative assistance as part of the Major Case Squad.

District Attorney Tierney emphasized the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions and protecting the community’s safe and successful businesses.

In conclusion, Christopher Volpe has been sentenced to 4 ½ to 9 years in prison for his involvement in multiple Dunkin’ Donuts burglaries in Suffolk County. The co-defendants, Michael Gruber and Kristen Osmolia, are also facing legal consequences for their roles in the crimes. The stolen money, amounting to approximately $6,500, was partially recovered following their arrest. The case was prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Carlos J. Benitez II with assistance from Detective Michael Stella.