Police say 41-year-old Richard Ambrose burglarized at least 19 gas stations and other businesses dating back to August 8.
Travis James, 37, was also arrested.
Investigators say he was an accomplice in three burglaries early Monday morning.
Police say Ambrose targeted businesses in several towns including Brookhaven and Smithtown.
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