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Cafe La Bella Notte in Farmingdale Destroyed by "Suspicious" Fire, Officials Say

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By Published: December 23 2022

LongIsland.com

The South Farmingdale Fire Department along with the Bethpage, Village of Farmingdale and Massapequa Fire Departments responded and extinguished the flames.

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Photo Credit: Cafe La Bella Notte/Facebook

The Arson Bomb Squad reports the details of a commercial fire that occurred on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 9:35 pm in Farmingdale.
 
According to detectives, officers responded to a fire at the Cafe La Bella Notte located at 180 Merritts Road. Upon arrival, officers observed the business to be engulfed in flames. 
 
The South Farmingdale Fire Department along with the Bethpage, Village of Farmingdale and Massapequa Fire Departments responded and extinguished the flames. Approximately 50 firefighters were on scene. The business unit suffered moderate damage from the fire. 
 
The three (3) adjoining business units suffered from smoke and water damage. Arson/Bomb Squad Detectives and Fire Marshals responded to the scene. Arson Bomb Squad is investigating the fire and find it suspicious in nature at this time.
 
On the Cafe La Bella Notte Facebook page, the owner posted the following statement:
 
"I'm sad to share the news that our beautiful cafe will be closed for days to come. I was unfortunately notified last night that the cafe was destroyed by a bad fire. Luckily nobody was injured. I would like to thank each and every one of you that have supported me throughout the last 2 years. With a little prayer and lots of hard work, I'm hoping to be back better than before. Thank you all and have an incredible holiday."
 
Detectives request anyone who may have information regarding this incident to contact Nassau County Crime Stopper at 1800-244-TIPS or call 911. All callers will remain anonymous.