White-haired Long Island politician who allegedly beat down rival during government meeting denies charges
A Long Island politician, Thomas Lohmann, has pleaded not guilty to assaulting a fellow board member during a closed-door meeting. The incident allegedly occurred when Lohmann punched Thomas McCarthy in the jaw after a heated argument. Lohmann's attorney maintains his innocence, stating that the facts will emerge during the trial.
- ▪Thomas Lohmann, 68, is accused of assaulting fellow Smithtown Town Board member Thomas McCarthy during a meeting on April 7.
- ▪Lohmann's attorney claims he maintains his innocence and that the truth will come out at trial.
- ▪The judge denied a request for a protective order against Lohmann, citing their long working relationship.
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Long Island exclusive details White-haired Long Island politician who allegedly beat down rival during government meeting denies charges By Brandon Cruz Published April 28, 2026, 6:45 p.m. ET A white-haired Long Island politician who allegedly socked a political rival during a closed-door government meeting stood stone-faced in court Tuesday as he dodged an order of protection against his colleague. Thomas Lohmann, 68, pleaded not guilty to charges he attacked fellow Smithtown Town Board member Thomas McCarthy, also 68, during an April 7 meeting — with Judge Alonzo Jacobs rejecting a request from the alleged victim for the protective order.
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