Tag: Narcotics distribution
From Mexico To Orange County: 7 Linked To Fatal Newburgh Shooting, Drug, Gun Pipeline, Feds Say
Federal prosecutors have unsealed a sweeping indictment charging seven men with operating a violent drug trafficking and racketeering network that they say stretched from Mexico to the Hudson Valley, NY, and left an innocent bystander dead in Orange County.
The case, prosecuted in White Plains federal court, charges the men with narcotics distribution and importation, racketeering conspiracy, murder, firearms trafficking, and related crimes tied to years of activity in Middletown, Newburgh, and beyond, the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York announced on Tue…
2,450 Doses Of Heroin, 43 Grams Of Cocaine: Two Arrested In Jackson, Prosecutors Say
Tow Trenton residents were arrested and charged with distributing narcotics in Ocean County following a multiagency investigation, authorities announced Monday, Aug. 25.
On Tuesday, Aug. 5, detectives began surveilling Seption Diggs, 30, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said, observing him meeting with Ahmia Tillery, 26, and enter her vehicle as a passenger.
Diggs and Tillery traveled from Trenton to Jackson Township, where they were stopped by Jackson Township police and taken into custody, Billhimer said.
A search of Tillery's vehicle led to the seizure of 2,450 individual …
Retired WNY Detective, Dispatcher, Corrections Officer Arrested In Drug Bust: Prosecutor
Three people who work in law enforcement were among seven people arrested following an investigation into the distribution of narcotics in Hudson County, authorities announced Monday, July 21.
An investigation led to the seizure of over four kilograms of suspected cocaine, two handguns, seven vehicles and more than $70,000 in cash after search warrants were executed at multiple locations in North Bergen, West New York and Union City, on Thursday, July 17, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez said.
Thomas Mannion, 60, a retired West New York police detective, is charged with conspira…
Crack Cocaine, Gun Found In Ossining Raid After Months-Long Probe: Nysp
A months-long investigation into drug activity in Northern Westchester led to the arrest of a 29-year-old man after a raid uncovered crack cocaine and a loaded handgun, authorities said.
Djion Bentley, 29, of Ossining, was arrested on Thursday, May 22, following the execution of a search warrant at 24 James Street, New York State Police announced on Tuesday, May 27.
The arrest stems from a joint investigation into narcotics distribution in the region. During the search of the home, investigators said they recovered a Jennings Firearms 9mm pistol and a quantity of suspected …
Drug Bust: Cocaine, Ecstasy, LSD Found On Pair At Closter Shopping Plaza, Cops Say
A routine patrol in Bergen County ended with the arrest of two women and the discovery of a wide range of illegal drugs, including LSD, cocaine, and ecstasy, police said.
Catherine Reyes, 35, of Irvington, and Samantha Souffront, 36, of the Bronx, were taken into custody on Monday, April 14, after Closter police officers stopped two vehicles involved in what authorities described as suspicious activity, according to Chief James Buccola and Captain Vincent Aiello.
During the investigation, officers discovered multiple types of illegal narcotics, including LSD, Adderall, Oxycodone,&…
Cocaine, Meth, Marijuana: Toms River Man Arrested Twice, Prosecutor Says
A 39-year-old Toms River man was recently arrested twice and charged with storing and distributing cocaine, methamphetamine and marijuana, authorities said.
On Thursday, March 20, detectives began surveilling Jonathan Acosta’s residence, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said.
After he was taken into custody following a traffic stop, a search warrant was executed on his residence, which saw the seizure of 21 grams of meth, approximately one-half pound of marijuana, a quantity of cocaine, and materials indicative of narcotics distribution, Billhimer said.
Acosta was hit with numerou…
Drug Raid: Heroin, Crystal Meth, Cocaine Found In Hackensack Man's Apartment, Cops Say
A Hackensack man is behind bars after police say he was caught with large amounts of heroin and meth just steps from a public park.
Jhoan Ferreira-Diaz, 42, was arrested on Thursday, April 3, after police served a Superior Court search warrant at an apartment near Atlantic Street Park in Hackensack, according to Chief Michael Antista.
Inside the apartment, detectives found "more than five ounces of heroin individually packaged for street level narcotic sales, more than seven ounces of crystal methamphetamine, a quantity of cocaine, and drug paraphernalia used in the manufacturing and distri…
Drug Dealer Caught After SWAT Team Search At Poughkeepsie Apartment
A narcotics investigation led to the seizure of several grams of crack cocaine, over $1,500 in cash, and ammunition from a Dutchess County apartment, authorities announced.
Following community complaints about drug activity and quality-of-life concerns, the City of Poughkeepsie Police Department launched an investigation into alleged narcotics distribution at 120 Hudson Ave., Apt. 4C1, the department said on Friday, March 14.
On Thursday, March 13, detectives executed a search warrant at the apartment with assistance from the Poughkeepsie Joint SWAT Team. Inside, officers recove…
400 Bundles Of Fentanyl, Xanax, Stolen Gun Seized At Lebanon Home: Police
A Lebanon man is facing multiple charges, including distributing fentanyl and possessing a stolen gun, after a search of his Walnut Street home, police announced on Thursday, Jan. 9.
Rubin Perez, 54, of Lebanon, was arrested following a search warrant executed at a residence in the 700 block of Walnut Street on Saturday, Jan. 4, at 8:32 a.m., according to the Lebanon City Police Department.
The investigation, led by Patrolman Travis Pidcock, uncovered nearly 400 bundles of fentanyl, Xanax, alprazolam, a firearm with an altered manufacturer number, and drug paraphernalia, police said. Offi…
6 Pounds Of Crystal Meth, Guns Seized From Hackensack Dad-Son Duo: Cops
A Hackensack father and son have been arrested in a major drug bust that uncovered over six pounds of crystal methamphetamine, cocaine, and a stolen handgun, authorities said.
Jahfari Raheem Miller, 41, and Melachi Miller, 19, were taken into custody on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2024, after detectives executed a Superior Court-ordered search warrant at an apartment and a 2021 Chevy Tahoe, police said.
Inside the vehicle, investigators found an aftermarket hidden compartment containing a loaded, stolen Ruger LCP handgun, along with additional narcotics. The search also yielded large quantities…
Low Prices, High Buyers: Police Bust Drug Ring Run Out Of New Britain Car Dealership, Feds Say
A federal investigation dismantled a drug trafficking operation allegedly run out of a Connecticut car dealership, leading to the arrest of 13 people on narcotics distribution charges, authorities said.
Investigators seized more than 10 pounds of cocaine, over 200 grams of fentanyl, 30 grams of heroin, seven firearms, $75,000 in cash, and 26 vehicles during searches of the Supreme Automotive dealership in New Britain and locations linked to those arrested, said the United States District Attorney for Connecticut.
The investigation, led by the FBI’s Northern Connecticut Gang Tas…
Hudson Valley Dealer Admits Selling Fentanyl, Causing 3 Deaths, 3 Overdoses
A Hudson Valley man has admitted in court that he sold fentanyl that resulted in three deaths and three overdoses, according to Damian Williams, US Attorney for the Southern District of New York.
The incidents occurred in Rockland County between Feb. 2020 and April 2022.
Williams said Justin Turnick, age 25, of Congers, pled guilty to distributing the fentanyl causing the deaths and overdoses on Tuesday, Aug. 6, in US District Court.
“Justin Turnick’s actions didn’t just facilitate addiction—they fueled a crisis that claimed lives and inflicted unimaginable suffering," Willaims said.
Acco…
Irvington Fentanyl, Heroin Dealer Also Trafficked Guns: Feds
A 39-year-old Irvington man was arrested and charged with dealing cocaine and trafficking firearms on Wednesday, July 17, authorities said.
In December 2023, law enforcement began investigating Kyrell Domnie, a.k.a. "Fly Ky" and conducted several controlled purchases of cocaine and firearm in the first half of 2024, U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger said.
During searches of two apartments and a vehicle belonging to Domnie, law enforcement recovered distribution quantities of fentanyl, heroin, and cocaine along with materials used to package, store, and transport the narcotics for distribution.…
Trio Charged In ‘Dismantling’ Of Massive NJ Narcotics Distribution Network, Police Say
Three people were slapped with numerous drug, weapons, and money laundering charges in the ongoing “dismantling” of a massive narcotics distribution network police say spanned multiple states.
Mohanad Al-Sawah, 49, of Warwick, New York, as well as Tess Walters, 22, and Troy Cooper, 40, both of Franklin Borough, were taken into custody between Wednesday, April 6, and Thursday, April 14, following a six-month investigation by local police and the Sussex County Narcotics Taskforce (SCNTF), authorities announced in a release on Tuesday, May 17.
The investigation included the purchase by underco…
CT Man Sentenced For Possessing Gun, Drugs While On Federal Supervised Release
A Connecticut man has been sentenced to 4.25 years in prison for narcotics distribution and firearms possession, and for violating the terms of his prior supervised release.
Ronnell Rogers, age 28, of New Haven, was sentenced on Wednesday, Jan. 5, to prison time, as well as three years of supervised release following his time in jail, said Leonard C Boyle, US Attorney for the District of Connecticut.
According to court documents and statements made in court, in July 2019, Rogers was released from federal prison after serving approximately 17 months for unlawful possession of ammu…
Long Island Man Convicted Of Murder, Narcotics Distribution, Sex Trafficking
A Long Island Bloods gang member faces life in prison after being found guilty of murder, forcible rape, sex trafficking, and drug possession, among other offenses during a four-week trial.
Lawrence Lewis, also known as “L Boogs,” age 38, of Claverton, was convicted Tuesday, Nov. 9, for the 2017 murder of John Birt, the forcible rape and sex trafficking of a Suffolk County woman, racketeering, multiple firearms offenses, narcotics possession and distribution, and witness tampering, according to the US Attorney's Office.
As proven at trial, between April 2004 and June 2019, Lewis, as a membe…
CT Basketball Coach Charged With Enticement Of Minor, Drug Offenses
A former Connecticut basketball coach is facing federal charges after he was accused of sexually assaulting underage girls.
Danny Lawhorn, age 30, of Hartford, was charged by federal criminal complaint with child enticement and narcotics distribution offenses, according to an announcement from Leonard Boyle, Acting United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, on Tuesday, Oct. 19.
Lawhorn is detained pending a hearing scheduled for Friday, Oct. 22, Boyle said. He has been in state custody since Tuesday, Oct. 5, when he was arrested on related state charges.
According to a cr…
CT Man Sentenced For Drug Distribution, Firearm Possession
A Connecticut man has been sentenced to seven years in prison for narcotics distribution and firearm possession offenses.
Kendall Jones, age 32, of Hartford, was sentenced on Tuesday, Sept. 28, after pleading guilty to the crimes in April, said Leonard C Boyle, acting US Attorney for the District of Connecticut.
According to court documents and statements made in court, in September and October 2020, the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Hartford Task Force, along with state and local law enforcement officers, conducted an operation in response to a recent spike in drug-related violenc…
