A lengthy investigation into narcotics distribution from a Waller County residence has resulted in the arrest of four individuals and the recovery of assorted illegal drugs, a stolen handgun, and a stolen vehicle. Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder addresses the media on the arrest and busts of the individuals in Hempstead. According to the Drug Enforcement Administration, two milligrams of fentanyl is fatal for most adults. Forty suspects have been rounded up after authorities busted a massive drug-trafficking ring that partly operated out of unlicensed day-care centers in Hempstead and Rosedale, Nassau County prosecutors said. Both Booker and Bess are charged withfelony conspiracy and drug possession and drug sale charges. I have a lot of investigating to do, he said. The enforcement actions announced here today should give members of the community some comfort in knowing these violent offenders wont be putting their lives in danger any longer. Singas described the area as a hotbed of illegal drug, gun and gang activity.. Victor Cain, 30, of Brooklyn, was arraigned Oct. 30 and charged with second-degree criminal possession of a weapon, third-degree criminal possession of a weapon, two counts of criminal sale of a firearm and criminal possession of a firearm. All Rights Reserved. This story has been shared 103,055 times. narcotics related crimes are encouraged to call the Humboldt County Drug Task Force at . HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Fifty people were taken into custody Tuesday after authorities said they seized more than 150 kilograms of cocaine, over 140 kilograms of meth and a list of other drugs. The DA says they found drugs in the Hempstead house on Pierson Avenue right next to where five to 10 children usually spent their time. Horry County police charged two people from Myrtle Beach with possession with intent to distribute heroin after a narcotics investigation yielded more than a pound of fentanyl and nearly $300,000 . Jason Bassett, a Central Islip attorney respresenting Eleazer, said in an email: "Mr. Eleazer maintains his innocence and is completely bewildered by the charges against him. Diaz and Kenneth Rivero, 34, of Flanders, supplied the drugs to Eleazer and Kellis, Sini said. He's also facing drug and gun charges in federal [] Eight major drug traffickers who allegedly sold more than $75,000 worth of drugs in a six month period were also arrested. Authorities say they recovered 38 guns and nearly $3 million worth of drugs, including cocaine and prescription pills. Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas said 40 people are charged and that the following items were recovered through search warrants and car stops: --38 firearms, including assault weapons and ammunition, --9.5 kilograms of nearly pure cocaine - approximately 31,000 doses, --Approximately 1.5 kilograms of crack cocaine - approximately 5,000 doses, --More than one kilogram of heroin - 36,000 individual doses, --250 grams of fentanyl - enough to provide 36,000 fatal doses, --210 grams of morphine - approximately 42,000 individual doses. Additionally, He was arraigned on Oct. 29 on one count of first-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. HENDERSON CO., NC (WSPA) - The Henderson County Sheriff's Office said 41 people were arrested as part of a drug bust they called "Operation The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly." These individuals allegedly acted as major suppliers to numerous smaller dealers in Nassau County and variously worked together to obtain and distribute narcotics. "I commend this multi-agency effort involving law enforcement agencies throughout the state of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama," said Lowery. We are facing a national crisis in part because dealers and pushers like those indicted in this investigation are all out to make a quick buck.. --Darren Devane, aka Buck, 33, of Hempstead was arraigned October 25 before Judge Tammy Robbins and charged with Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the First Degree (an A-I felony), three counts of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree (an A-II felony), nine counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree (a B felony), Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree (a B felony), Conspiracy in the Second Degree (a B felony) and three counts of Conspiracy in the Fourth Degree (an E felony). Nine people were charged with acting as major drug traffickers: Able McTootle, Eric Butler, Willy Matias, Allen Evans, Eric Poston, Matthew Williams (also known as Vernon Howard), Orlando Ramsay, Rodney Highsmith and one more person who has yet to be arrested. Earlier this week, Suffolk Medical Examiner Michael Caplan said projections from his office indicate 235 people in Suffolk died from opioid overdoses this year through Sept. 30. During the investigation, authorities also bustedBrooklyn-based gun ring. In Hempstead and other economically struggling communities across the country, the Great Recession has left lasting damage, while also spawning a new generation of Bloods, Crips and other. --Joseph Robertson, 36, of Brooklyn was arraigned on November 1 before Judge Meryl Berkowitz on charges of two counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree (a C felony), four counts of Criminal Sale of a Firearm (a D felony) and two counts of Criminal Possession of a Firearm (an E felony). 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Law enforcement personnel on Long Island conducted the largest fentanyl seizure in Nassau County history, officials said, taking enough drugs off the street to potentially have killed 150,000 people. All rights reserved. Bail was set at $200,000 bond or $100,000 cash and the defendant is due back in court November 1. Forty people were indicted and 33 of them were arrested following an 18-month investigation. ASP. If convicted of the top charge, she faces up to 20 years in prison. If convicted of the top count, he faces a maximum of 12 years to 24 years in prison. Cain, 30, faces similar weapons and firearms charges. --Shariah Usher, 28, of Hempstead, was arraigned on October 25 before Judge Tammy Robbins on charges of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the First Degree (an A-I felony), two counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree (a B felony), Conspiracy in the Second Degree (a B felony) and two counts of Conspiracy in the Fourth Degree (an E felony). Eleazerand Kellisdistributed cocaine and heroin on the reservation and in the nearby area, Sini said. All Rights Reserved. The drugs they sold were imported from as far away as Puerto Rico, and also came from California, Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Connecticut. HEMPSTEAD, Long Island (WABC) -- Dozens of people have been indicted in the bust of a major narcotic trafficking ring that operated on Long Island, including from out of two day care centers, authorities announced Monday. Police in Florida issued arrest warrants for over 100 members of a suspected drug gang on Wednesday . Over 190 Pounds of Marijuana found in a Grill being Pulled by a F-350 on Interstate 30 Near Hope. "We recovered huge quantities of drugs, stockpiles of weapons and 40 drug traffickers and dealers have been indicted for their alleged roles in this dangerous network. On Tuesday, November 2, 2021, Members of the Westside Narcotics Task Force (HIDTA) served a search warrant at a residence located in . The bust happened Thursday when deputies stopped a 2012 Chevrolet Express van in the area of Dixie Road and Old Lowery Road in Red Springs, according to a news release from . On May 8, Singas said that Cain took an Uber from Brooklyn to Greenwich Street in Hempstead to sell a loaded 38 caliber revolver. Opioids were detected in 83 percent of fatal overdoses involving cocaine. According to Steuben County Sheriff . Some of the individuals conspired to commit money laundering and illegally transferred money to Mexico to promote the illicit drug smuggling activities, authorities said. If convicted of the top count, he faces a maximum of 8-1/3years to 25 years in prison. If convicted of the top count, he faces a maximum of 25 years to life in prison. "If I fall, my niggas going to A news release from the New Hanover County Sheriff's Office states that . Officials said they seized . The charge carries a potential sentence of 25 years to life in prison. "We had dozens of calls about the residence for drug sales," says Nassau Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder. And about 100 grams of cocaine and 100 grams of crack cocaine were found in the other person's home in Rosedale. To request removal of your name from an arrest report, submit these required items to arrestreports@patch.com. U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery called the alleged crime that occurred between Dec. 10, 2020 and Dec. 15, 2021 one of the largest major law enforcement operations in South Texas. One person sold heroin cut with fentanyl and morphine, Singas said. From breaking news to special features and documentaries, the NewsdayTV team is covering the issues that matter to you. Copyright 2023 WABC-TV. Police seized more than 80 pounds of meth, 200 bags of fentanyl, more than two dozen guns and $135,000 in cash in a massive drug bust in Montgomery County. All rights reserved, Southwest Technical Glitch Triggers Nationwide Ground Stop Again, NYS Is Holding $4.6 Billion Owed to 24 Million NYC Residents. 1:01. According to the Aiken County Sheriff's Office, the drug bust led to the seizure of 10 pounds of methamphetamine, 11 pounds of marijuana, two pounds of powder fentanyl, 450 pills that were . Approximately 520 grams of cocaine, 50 oxycodone pills, two narcotics presses and bullets were found in Lloyds home on Pierson Avenue in Hempstead, officials said. Agencies involved in the investigation included the Nassau County District Attorney's Office; the FBI Long Island Gang Task Force; the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Long Island Field Division; the Nassau County Police Department; the U.S. Federal and local law enforcement recovered more than a kilogram of cocaine, half a kilogram of methamphetamine, 14 firearms, and nearly $1.6 million dollars in cash during a drug bust at a two-bedroom home in southeast Dallas last week, announced Acting U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Prerak Shah. If convicted of the top count, she faces a maximum of 20 years in prison. A search on July 19 recovered 38 grams of crack cocaine inside the home, according to Singas. STEUBEN COUNTY, N.Y. (WETM) - Two people were arrested in Steuben County after a multi-agency drug investigation that uncovered heroin and methamphetamine. Nassau County will continue cracking down on those dealing addiction and violence into our communities.. I'm grateful to our partners for their work and incredible perseverance to protect our communities. Bail was set at $100,000 bond or $50,000 cash and the defendant is due back in court December 5. Long Island authorities recovered 400 grams of fentanyl in what theyre calling the largest bust of its kind squashing a drug ring that was being operated by a ringleader serving time in a Massachusetts federal lockup. Police seized more than eight pounds of suspected fentanyl, more than . Shariah Usher, 28, of Hempstead, was arraigned on Oct. 25 and charged with first-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance, two counts of third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, second-degree conspiracy and two counts of fourth-degree conspiracy. Sini said nineof the 24 arrested live on the reservation and are members of the tribe. YORK COUNTY, S.C. (WBTV) - The York County sheriff provided more information Monday on a huge drug bust. Parents are paying up on school meals again. MINEOLA, N.Y. - Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas, the FBI Long Island Gang Task Force and the ATF Long Island Firearms Taskforce announced that 11 people have been indicted by a grand jury for their alleged roles in violent drug and gun rings operating in Hempstead. COLUMBUS, Wis. Columbia County authorities seized an estimated $300,000 worth of illegal drugs last week during a drug bust at a Columbus residence. According to Singas, five of those arrested sold a cocktail of heroin, fentanyl and cocaine. . The charge carries a potential maximum sentence of 25 years to life in prison. "The people of Terrace Avenue actually sent us a letter, signed by over 500 people, thanking us, for coming into the community and helping them," Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder said. Among the 24, three defendants -- Justin Eleazer, 29, of Southampton;Ryan Kellis, 32, of Southampton; andBenjamin Diaz, 47, of the Bronx -- were charged with operating as a major trafficker, an A1 felony known as the "kingpin statute," and face 25 years to life in prison if convicted. Copyright 2023 WABC-TV. HOUSTON - A total of 50 people were arrested following one of the largest drug busts in south Texas in recent years, according to Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery and Special Agent in Charge Daniel C.. Who Makes The Best Cookies on Long Island? * Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts, Suspect arrested in deaths of 2 men drugged due in court, Banks kicks off Summer Rising, talks about changes for NYC students, Shocking video shows suspect assaulting NYPD officer in the Bronx. Officials said 400 grams of nearly pure fentanyl was seized and, for perspective, that it can take as little as two milligrams to kill a person. By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy. Singas said her office and the ATF started investigating an increase of violence and drug-dealing in the Hempstead area in October 2019, and after several drug and gun purchases, they applied for electronic eavesdropping warrants in February 2020. Officials say that the people charged as major traffickers would act as suppliers to smaller drug dealers around Nassau County, and that they worked together to get and distribute drugs. Two dozen people have been arrested on charges theysold fentanyl-laced heroin -- linked to at least five fatal overdoses -- and other drugs as part of a trafficking network out of the Shinnecock Indian Reservation in Southampton,authorities announced Thursday. The crimes involved drug trafficking and related activities in the Houston and Galveston areas, according to the Drug Enforcement Administration. Weapons that were seized from dealers along with the fentanyl. "For far too long, criminals have attempted to evade law enforcement and hide on the Shinnecock Reservation, terrorizing the law-abiding members of the Shinnecock nation, selling drugs and committing various acts of violence," Sini said. Devane allegedly hid drugs in the Terrace Avenue apartment of Michael Drew's mother, Singas said. MORE NEWS: Police officers rescue children from burning home in Rockland County. --Trevor Ford, 28, of Hempstead, was arraigned October 28 before Judge Howard Sturim and charged with Conspiracy in the Second Degree (a B felony) and three counts of Conspiracy in the Fourth Degree (an E felony). HEMPSTEAD, Long Island (WABC) -- Nassau County officials on Wednesday announced the largest bust of fentanyl in the county's history, saying 150,000 potentially fatal overdoses of the drug are now off the streets. Approximately 520 grams of cocaine, 50 oxycodone pills, two narcotics presses and bullets were recovered from Lloyd's residence on Pierson Avenue in Hempstead, and approximately 100 grams of cocaine and 100 grams of crack cocaine were allegedly recovered from the un-apprehended co-defendant's residence in Rosedale. While the drug ring was being investigated, an investigation was being done simultaneously on a Brooklyn-based gun ring that led to three arrests for trafficking and selling guns in Hempstead. When authorities executed search warrants in the case, they seized 38 guns, about $2.7 million worth of narcotics, 9.5 kilos of nearly pure cocaine, approximately 1.5 kilos of crack cocaine, more than 1 kilo of heroin, approximately 250 grams of fentanyl, 210 grams of morphine, and over $380,000 in cash, according to Singas. In addition to the drugs found, authorities said they also found 39 firearms. They caught him reaching out to White and another associate, Darren Devane, 33, ordering them to take possession of 100 grams of fentanyl stored inside Whites apartment, Singas said. In what appears to be a fully functioning day-care center with childrens furniture, toys, posters, this defendant was mixing drugs, Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas told reporters Monday during a news conference outside of her Mineola office. The duo, according to Sini, used other members of the alleged conspiracy to "test the heroin they were selling to ensure its potency and therefore its value.". As the investigation expanded, they say nine individuals emerged as alleged major traffickers: Able McTootle, Eric Butler, Willy Matias, Allen Evans, Eric Poston, Matthew Williams a/k/a Vernon Howard, Orlando Ramsay, Rodney Highsmith and an unapprehended co-defendant. Children were eating and playing and being cared for in the same space where cocaine was being packaged. On two occasions in April and June, Joseph Robertson is accused of traveling from Brooklyn to Hempstead to sell pistols, which were wrapped in T-shirts. Authorities also seized heroin, 500 grams of cocaine valued at $50,000 and eight illegal guns in the bust. Thirty-four people, including 20 from Hampshire County, were indicted on charges related to the . There are two people who have yet to be arraigned. The crime of operating as a major trafficker requires the aggregate value of narcotics possessed or sold by the trafficker to exceed $75,000 during a period of six months or less. Bail was set at $40,000 bond or $20,000 cash and she is due back in court December 5. 5:47. Five of the defendants are suspected of dealing a lethal cocktail of heroin, fentanyl, and morphine to desperate customers when demand for drugs began to outweigh supply during the pandemic. Members of the drug ring sold cocaine, marijuana and opioids, including oxycodone pills, and more than $1 million a year in heroin laced with fentanyl -- responsible for the fatal overdoses -- on . Nine of the suspects were charged with operating as a major trafficker for allegedly selling more than $75,000 worth of narcotics in six months or less, authorities said. Nassau District Attorney Madeline Singas says 40 people were arrested in a major drug trafficking ring on Long Island. Among the guns seized were three .40-mm pistols, two .38-mm revolvers and a 30-round extended magazine. In an unrelated but parallel investigation with the FBI and ATF, at least eight guns also meant for the streets of Hempstead were seized, with three others indicted in that case. Prosecutors allege that drugs were trafficked from as far away as Puerto Rico, as well as California, Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Connecticut. All of the people mentioned in the drug deals were arraigned on multiple drug possession, selling and trafficking charges. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Fifty people were taken into custody Tuesday after authorities said they seized more than 150 kilograms of cocaine, over 140 kilograms of meth and a list of other drugs.. Top Row (left to right): Ramito Ramirez-Barreto, . Where's The Best Place To Sled On Long Island? It is very concerning to us in law enforcement that someone incarcerated in federal prison can have access to this quantity of drugs and can actually direct operations from jail, Singas said. Updated: 10:50 AM CST December 5, 2022. Forty people were indicted for their roles in a massive narcotic trafficking ring in the Hempstead area, officials said Monday, including two defendants accused of conducting drug-related. Kemberly Richardson reports that two of the drug busts happened at day care centers. Forty defendants named in a 175-count indictment including two who operated out of unlicensed day care centers in Hempstead and Rosedale ran a major narcotics ring that distributed heroin,. All Rights Reserved. Authorities said more than 7,532 grams of methamphetamine, 227 grams of heroin and 688 grams of cocaine with a total estimated street value of $773,654 were seized during the investigation. As the coronavirus pandemic hit in March 2020, Singas said the price of drugs began to skyrocket. than $100,000 worth of methamphetamine was discovered in the front bumper of a car during inspection at an Imperial County border port of entry, according . 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. 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Ricky Jackson, an inmate at a Massachusetts prison, gave the order to Darren Devane to take possession of the 100 grams of the drug that was at Angelique Whites home, according to the indictment. Testing revealed that the heroin was actually fentanyl. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. "Nassau County will continue cracking down on those dealing addiction and violence into our communities.. It is the duty of the warrant division to enforce state laws, and enforce the clearance and disposition of all warrants issued by the Hempstead Municipal Court. "This massive multi-agency takedown strikes a heavy blow to the narcotics trafficking infrastructure in our region," she said. Sign up for discounts by becoming aLong Island Presscommunity partnerhere. Chief investigative reporter Jonathan Dienst on crime, corruption and terrorism. On April 10 and June 25, Robertson went from Brooklyn to East Fulton Street in Hempstead to sell a 40 caliber pistol, one on each date, Singas said. If convicted of the top count, he faces life in prison. The investigation involved more than 200 members of law enforcement, including local and federal authorities. Five New York Breweries You Should Visit This Summer, Camp New York This Summer And Get Away From It All, 38 firearms, including assault weapons and ammunition, 9.5 kilograms of nearly pure cocaine approximately 31,000 doses, Approximately 1.5 kilograms of crack cocaine approximately 5,000 doses, More than one kilogram of heroin 36,000 individual doses, 250 grams of fentanyl enough to provide 36,000 fatal doses, 210 grams of morphine approximately 42,000 individual doses. The Nassau DA's Office worked with the FBI, New York State Police and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms on the investigation. Where's The Best Place To Sled On Long Island? If you have any information regarding narcotics activity, call the Drug Task Force at Hempstead County or send an anonymous tip. Bail was set at $5,000 cash or bond and the defendant is due back in court December 5. In that apartment, investigators found 11.2 pounds of heroin, 1.8 pounds of fentanyl, 1.6 pounds of methamphetamine, 4.9 pounds of marijuana, 528 oxycodone pills, and six guns. Documents say the individuals engaged in a variety of fentanyl, cocaine, meth, heroin and marijuana transactions. Devane had another supplier in addition to Jackson, according to the indictment, identified as Jamel Lewis. Authorities said they seized. Sign up forLong Island Pressemail newslettershere. If convicted of the top charge, he faces up to 15 years in prison. The defendants have been identified as Able McTootle, Eric Butler, Willy. Sheriff Sims said Meth and Heroin are the two most dangerous drugs in the county. Victor Alcorn. I am going to vigorously defend Mr. Eleazer and see that he is exonerated.". HEMPSTEAD, Long Island (WABC) -- Nassau County officials on Wednesday announced the largest bust of fentanyl in the county's history, saying 150,000 potentially fatal overdoses of the. The Hempstead County Sheriff's Office says on Wednesday June 27, they along with State police, Hope police, Nevada County Sheriff's Office, Prescott police and FBI agents conducted four . Chadwick Allen Creger , 46, of Rural Hall, possession with intent to manufacture sell and deliver methamphetamine 3 counts, sell methamphetamine 3 counts, deliver methamphetamine 3 counts, conspiracy to sell and deliver methamphetamine 2 counts, and possession of drug paraphernalia 3 counts. Johnnie Booker, 45, of Bellport, was a supplier to Bess, Sini said. 2 brothers arrested in major Jackson County drug bust by: Kait Newsum. If convicted of the top charge, he could face up to 24 years in prison. Beginning in April, the Nassau DA, the FBI and the ATF began investigations into drug and gun rings in Hempstead in order to curb the violence in the area. Three people, including Joseph Robertson, an MTA employee, were arrested for trafficking and selling firearms in Hempstead. More than 30 people were arrested in Hampton Roads in a massive drug bust. Authorities say the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic caused the cost of cocaine to vary widely, with demand vastly exceeding supply. What we heard was shocking, many of the defendants were routinely trafficking kilos of cocaine into Nassau county from as far away as Puerto Rico and California. Bobby Lee "Bobcat" Lunsford, 91, of Rosston, Ark., went to be with his Lord and Savior April 5th, 2023. That's when someone allegedly sells $75,000 worth of drugs in a six-month period. Children from burning home in Rockland County Richardson reports that two of the top,... 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