Drug Dealer Sets Up Neon Pot Shop on Wheels in Navy Yard
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bold mobile trailer flashing neon “THC Sold Here” signs was shut down by police Friday night in the Navy Yard neighborhood after officers discovered a stash…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bold mobile trailer flashing neon “THC Sold Here” signs was shut down by police Friday night in the Navy Yard neighborhood after officers discovered a stash…
WILMINGTON, Del. — A 42-year-old man was arrested on felony drug charges after Delaware State Police executed a search warrant at his Wilmington residence, ending a three-month narcotics investigation, authorities…
DOVER, NY — A months-long narcotics investigation led to the arrest of a Harlem Valley man Thursday morning, after authorities say he sold fentanyl and methamphetamine across multiple towns along…
CAMDEN, NJ — A Toms River man has been sentenced to more than 12 years in federal prison for distributing cocaine and illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon,…
LAS VEGAS, NV — A Las Vegas resident has been arrested and charged in federal court in connection with a violent arson and firearm incident targeting a Tesla collision center,…
**Port Jervis, NY** – On Wednesday, Enido Rumaldo, 21, of Port Jervis was sentenced to six years in prison followed by five years of post-release supervision after pleading guilty to the criminal sale of a controlled substance in the second degree. Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler announced the sentencing.
The case against Rumaldo arose from a long-term investigation into narcotics possession and sale in the Port Jervis area. During the investigation, Rumaldo sold narcotics to undercover officers in Port Jervis on four occasions in the fall of last year. On October 16, he sold 63 grams of cocaine to an undercover officer. After the sale, a search of his vehicle revealed additional narcotics, scales, and packaging materials.
District Attorney Hoovler expressed gratitude to several law enforcement agencies, including the Port Jervis Police Department, Orange County Drug Task Force, and Middletown Police Department for their roles in the investigation. Other participating agencies included the Town of Wallkill Police Department, the Orange County District Attorney’s Office, the Pike County District Attorney’s Office, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, and the Hudson Valley Crime Analyst Center.
Senior Assistant District Attorney Alexis Gregory is prosecuting the case.
Dutchess County Drug Task Force Nabs Fentanyl Dealer in Poughkeepsie
**Poughkeepsie, NY** – The Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force is investigating narcotics and dangerous drug sales in designated hotspot areas, particularly South Clinton Street in Poughkeepsie. Persistent community reports have assisted in these ongoing investigations.
During a recent investigation, Drug Task Force Agents acquired fentanyl from an apartment on South Clinton Street. On Tuesday, they arrested Micael E. Sedano, 21, following purchases made near 4 South Clinton Street. Agents apprehended Sedano in the Town of Poughkeepsie without incident on Wednesday.
Sedano faces charges of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, classified as a class B felony. He was arraigned and released in the City of Poughkeepsie court with a future court date set in compliance with New York State law.
Various agencies supported locating Sedano, including the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Division, the City of Poughkeepsie Police, and the Town of Poughkeepsie Police. Sedano, like any accused, is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Browns Mills man has pleaded guilty to manslaughter in connection with the 2019 drug-related death of a 29-year-old man at a Toms River motel, authorities…
HARRISBURG, Pa. — A Bucks County firearms dealer has been charged with illegally transferring guns to a convicted felon, Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced. Scott Liebowitz, 31, of Feasterville-Trevose,…
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — A 28-year-old man was arrested Tuesday for allegedly selling fentanyl and cocaine out of a residence on Cannon Street, the Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task…
Police Arrest Suspect in Narcotics Case
**Galloway Township, NJ** – A narcotics arrest took place early Saturday when Officer Rao observed suspicious activity in a parking lot on Brigantine Blvd. The situation unfolded around 4:22 a.m. as a vehicle without a front license plate left the area, catching Rao’s attention.
Officer Rao, along with Officer Sofield, stopped the vehicle at the 4300 Block of Brigantine Blvd. During this stop, Rao’s observations led him to suspect further criminal activity by the vehicle’s occupants. This suspicion prompted a request for a narcotics detection K9.
Officer LaSassa and K9 Evo of the Galloway Township Police Department arrived to assist with the situation. K9 Evo detected the presence of narcotics, leading to a search that uncovered suspected cocaine and Codeine.
Subsequently, Sharod Gillard-Twitty from Middlesex, NJ, was apprehended and charged with possession of cocaine, possession with intent to distribute, and possession of a controlled dangerous substance. He was released on a summons pending a court date.
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — A narcotics dealer operating in the South Cherry Street area of Poughkeepsie was arrested following an investigation by the Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force,…
SPARTANBURG, S.C. — A Mexican national residing in the United States illegally was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison on Friday after pleading guilty to possession with intent to…
NEWARK, Del. — A Newark man has been charged following an investigation into a vehicle theft and subsequent reckless driving incident that ended in a crash, police said. George Shaw,…
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — Two individuals were arrested early Wednesday during a drug raid at a Poughkeepsie apartment, where authorities seized fentanyl, cocaine, and drug packaging materials, the Dutchess County Sheriff’s…
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — A 19-year-old man has been arrested and charged as part of an ongoing investigation into narcotics trafficking along Main Street, the Dutchess County Drug Task Force announced…
Dutchess County Drug Dealer Arrested with Fentanyl and Handgun
**Poughkeepsie, NY** – A drug dealer in Poughkeepsie’s “South Side” has been apprehended by the Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force. The operation targeted Haitham A. Dasan, 48, following reports of narcotics sales, including fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine, with agents also discovering he was armed.
On Thursday, around 12:00 PM, task force agents located and arrested Mr. Dasan near Hooker Ave. They discovered large quantities of fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, and a loaded .32 caliber handgun in his possession.
Mr. Dasan now faces multiple charges, including criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell and possession of a weapon. He was arraigned in Poughkeepsie Court and remanded to Dutchess County Jail without bail.
The Drug Task Force emphasizes the importance of public safety and encourages locals to report any suspicions of narcotic activities or illegally armed individuals. Tips can be submitted at 845-463-6040 or via email at DrugTaskForceTips@gmail.com.
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — Authorities arrested a man with a history of violent crime on new drug-related charges following an investigation by the Dutchess County Drug Task Force. Rakeem Paulin, previously…
Drug Dealer Arrested near Pawling Schools in Meth and Fentanyl Operation
**Pawling, NY –** The Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force has been conducting an investigation into methamphetamine and fentanyl sales in Pawling. The investigation identified William Frenza, 59, selling drugs near Pawling Middle and High Schools.
On Wednesday at around 9:00 PM, agents executed a search warrant at Frenza’s residence. They found a significant quantity of packaged fentanyl, methamphetamine, and other narcotics, leading to his arrest.
Frenza faces several charges, including criminal possession with intent to sell both narcotic drugs and methamphetamine. He was arraigned in the Town of Pawling Court and held on varying bond options.
Authorities urge the public to contact the Drug Task Force if they have information on drug activities. They emphasize that charges against Frenza are accusations, and as in all criminal cases, innocent until proven guilty applies.
Poughkeepsie Fentanyl Dealer Arrested in Drug Task Force Operation
**Poughkeepsie, NY** – The Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force has conducted an investigation into fentanyl sales in multiple locations within Poughkeepsie. Christian Blades, 31, was identified as the key dealer involved in these activities.
Blades was arrested on Tuesday, shortly after noon, on Parker Avenue. He faces two counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the third degree, categorized as a Class B felony.
Following his arrest, Blades was arraigned in Poughkeepsie City Court and held in Dutchess County Jail without bail. Authorities indicated that Blades may face additional charges as the investigation progresses.
The Drug Task Force has emphasized the dangers of fentanyl, linking it to numerous overdose deaths in the county. They encourage anyone with information on drug activities to contact their confidential tip line at 845-463-6040 or email DrugTaskForceTips@gmail.com. Arrested individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Boston, MA – Police arrested Lorenzo Myers, 37, of Boston at approximately 12:15 AM on Friday, October 18. The arrest was made by officers from District B-2 (Roxbury) on drug trafficking charges.
Officers patrolling near Tremont Street and Columbus Avenue noticed a vehicle with expired registration. They activated their cruiser’s emergency signals to execute a traffic stop.
The vehicle operator was asked to step out for towing reasons. A subsequent search of the vehicle uncovered three bags of suspected Fentanyl and a digital scale.
The search further revealed fourteen bags of Marijuana, a second scale, multiple empty bags, and $592 in cash. Myers was also carrying three bags of Crack Cocaine, with a later analysis confirming the drugs to be 31 grams of Fentanyl and 40 grams of Crack Cocaine.
Myers faced charges of Trafficking of Class A, Trafficking of Class B, and Possession with Intent to Distribute Class D. An arraignment in Roxbury District Court is anticipated.
East Fishkill, NY – The Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force has reported investigating the sale of cocaine mixed with fentanyl in East Fishkill, resulting in the arrest…
Poughkeepsie, NY – The Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force has intensified its efforts in investigating narcotic and dangerous drug dealers in Poughkeepsie. Agents recently executed multiple raids…
NEWARK, N.J. — A Colombian citizen has admitted to conspiring to import 15 kilograms of cocaine into the United States, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced Monday. Savier Cervantes, 37,…
WASHINGTON — A 20-year-old man from Alexandria, Va., was sentenced Thursday to 108 months in federal prison for his role in a large-scale narcotics trafficking operation, which involved smuggling fentanyl-laced…