Man charged in murder-for-hire plot

MINEOLA, NY – In a chilling turn of events, a Long Island man stands accused of orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot against his former business partner. Authorities allege that the suspect, identified as Singh, sought the services of a hitman to not only kill but also dismember his past associate, with the sinister request of receiving a photograph of the man’s head as proof.

District Attorney Anne Donnelly revealed that Singh and the victim, both involved in the construction industry, had a business relationship that soured years ago, leading to civil litigation. Singh allegedly offered a staggering $100,000 and a parcel of land in India to ensure the gruesome task was completed. Furthermore, Singh is said to have demanded the transfer of several million dollars from the victim’s accounts to his own before the act was carried out.

The plot reportedly unfolded along Northern Boulevard in Manhasset, where Singh met with the would-be assassin and surveyed the intended target’s residence. Court documents reveal that between late May and the recent weekend, Singh engaged in multiple meetings with the hitman, purchased burner phones to evade law enforcement, and made an initial payment of $7,000.

This down payment, officials say, was a grim first step in a plan to take a life. However, the scheme unraveled when the hitman turned informant, alerting authorities to the plot. The district attorney emphasized the urgency of the situation, noting Singh’s impatience and insistence on swift action.

Singh has pleaded not guilty to the charges, which include conspiracy and attempted murder. The case has drawn significant attention due to the audacity and brutality of the alleged plan. As the legal proceedings unfold, the community remains shocked by the lengths someone would go to settle a personal vendetta.

Bail has been set, and the investigation continues as law enforcement works to piece together the full extent of the plot.