The indictment also charges several defendants with one or more counts related to the distribution of various narcotics. Scoot, 29, of New Haven, MELVIN ROBERTS, a.k.a. Charged in the indictment, according to authorities, are: Tommy Julius, aka General and J, 36; Carl Merritt, aka C, 39; Brian K. Backman, aka B, NYB and New York B, 54; Bryant Williams, 44; Eric Burruss, aka E, 40; Tyrese Stanley, aka Scoot, 29; Melvin Roberts, aka Psycho and Mel, 62; Sharmaine Crosley, aka Shar, 35; Jessenia Roman, aka Red, 32; Theodore Smith, aka Ted, 36; Gerard Senior, 20; Shavar Bellamy, aka Lil B, LB and Little Black, 33, all of New Haven. The arrests of these individuals will provide an immediate positive impact in the community as we continue to work together to make our community safer. If convicted of this offense, based on the type and quantity of narcotics charged, Julius, Merritt, Carr, Burruss, Crosley and Bellamy face a minimum term of imprisonment of five years and a maximum term of imprisonment of 40 years, officials said. Legal Statement. "This bust is just one example of the fine work being done by these detectives.. Its pretty unusual that this type of operation would be done in a neighborhood such as this, said Lt. Vance. The indictment also charges Backman, Atkinson, Jackson, Jacobs, Stanley, Roberts and Draughn with one count of conspiracy to distribute, and to possess with intent to distribute, heroin. Salas Patino arrived at the meeting location with Julio Caderon Hernandez, 32, also ofWarner Robbins, Ga. on June 25 and both were arrested. TIFFANY BROWN, also known as Tiff, 39 of New Haven. "The most important point is when you buy something on the street, you never know what you're going to get," she said. Both suspects face numerous charges. Fox News' Bill Melugin reports the latest on the drug bust. Those indicted are associated. Raul Torres-Santiago, 51, of New Haven was charged with criminal possession of a firearm, two counts of illegal possession of a high-capacity magazine, being an armed private security person. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. In one of the six homicides, James M. Tobin, 32, of Seymour, was charged with murder May 29 for allegedly shooting and killing Thomas Hart on Congress Avenue May 21. Shar, 35, of New Haven, JESSENIA ROMAN, a.k.a. Contact: 860-685-8230. pio.dps@po.state.ct.us. Postal Inspection Service. Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. PCSO still seek another suspect, PCSO will back up agencies sending employees to border, Polk County Public Schools help nearly 4,000 homeless students each year, OPINION: Florida is safe. A multi-agency investigation targeting the Sinaloa Drug Cartel. WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) Waterbury Police Chief Fernando Spagnolo calls it a big win for his department and in his city. Connecticut Troopers arranged to coordinate a narcotics investigation as the narcotics were being delivered in Connecticut. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. The police showed up to the house the night before last to bust people on a drug-related raid. The severe impact of this case will be felt for some time thanks to the coordinated efforts of all of our law enforcement partners., We value the relationships we have with our federal partners and the collaborative work that is routinely done, said Chief Dominguez. Its cross-border operations stretch deep into the United States, reaching states far from the border including Minnesota, Washington State, and Rhode Island, according to the Drug Enforcement Administration. When Merritt was arrested, he had $73,343 in cash and six cell phones on him. They'd been called there repeatedly over the past year by neighbors frustrated by the decline of a beautiful house one door down from the intersection of Ella Grasso Boulevard. Connecticut Troopers arranged to coordinate a narcotics investigation as the narcotics were being delivered in Connecticut. Local and federal law enforcement seized roughly 19 kilograms of cocaine, more than 7,000 bags of fentanyl, and over $780,000 in cash as part of a drug bust that has led to the arrest of seven New Haveners and a 64-year-old supplier from New York. If convicted of this offense, based on the quantity of heroin charged, Backman, Atkinson and Draughn face a minimum term of imprisonment of five years and a maximum term of imprisonment of 40 years. Scoot, 29, of New Haven, MELVIN ROBERTS, a.k.a. Updated on: August 16, 2018 / 1:52 PM On 12/06/10, the Connecticut State Police Statewide Narcotics Task Force developed information regarding a large shipment of marijuana that was being transported to the New . Obituary: Stephen Joseph Milano Sr., 57, Of New Haven, Tweed New Haven Airport Draft Environmental Assessment Done, Yale Womens Organization Offers Continuing Education Scholarships. New Haven first responders were called to a similar overdose outbreak on the Green on July 4, when more than a dozen people became sick from synthetic marijuana. New Dogs, Cats, Pets Available For Adoption In The New Haven Area. The delivery took place at 621 Townsend Avenue, New Haven. "Yesterday was extremely, extremely busy, something we haven't seen in quite some time, a lot of people dropping all at the same time," Fontana said. According to officials, units responded to a residence on Winnett Street and arrested 20-year-old Phillip Moye on the. by: LaSalle Blanks, Multimedia Journalist. Jack, 45, of Bridgeport, MAKENE JACOBS, a.k.a. As a result of the investigation, sheriff's officials say they confiscated approximately 20 kilograms of methamphetamine, one kilogram of cocaine, 417 grams of oxycodone, four guns, a 2021 GMC Canyon ZR2 and $62,300 in cash. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. In addition, Merritt is charged with one count of possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking offense, which carries a mandatory consecutive sentence of at least five years, and one count of possession of a firearm by a previously convicted felon, which carries a maximum term of imprisonment of 10 years. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. EAST HAVEN, CT Under investigation by numerous federal agencies since last year, a bust in East Haven Monday saw two from New Haven arrested and charged with trafficking cocaine and fentanyl . The other defendants, if convicted of this charge, face a maximum term of imprisonment of 20 years. 2018 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. Interim Police Chief Josie Montenegro said the narcotics would have been "poisoning members of our community, including our youth and our vulnerable population," had they not been seized. There have been six homicides in the city to date this year but officials did not say whether any of them are connected to the arrests Wednesday. . RAYQUAN GORY, also known as Wavy, 26, of New Haven He said state health officials delivered 50 doses of naxolone to the city to help replenish its supply. Money Wisdom: Should I Retire in Connecticut? In 2022, DEA seized more than double the amount of fentanyl-laced, fake prescription pills that it seized in 2021. Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection. It worked. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. Gov. NEW HAVEN, Conn. --The number of overdose victims linked to a suspected bad batch of synthetic marijuana has risen to at least 76 in New Haven, Connecticut, as officials try to determine exactly what sickened people. A cemetery posted a personal ad for a goose whose mate died. Main Office: / CBS/AP. Speaking at a Thursday afternoon press conference, law enforcement said investigators have seized more than 4.5 million fentanyl pills, 66 kilograms of fentanyl powder, 138 kilograms of cocaine, 3,100 pounds of methamphetamine, 35 kilograms of hoeing, 49 firearms, and more than $2 million. All the chemicals that are used, acetone, it is a dangerous, dangerous drug, Det. The charges stem from an investigation headed by the FBIs New Haven Safe Streets/Gang Task Force and New Haven Police Department that targeted drug trafficking and related acts of violence by members, former members and associates of the Island Brothers street gang in New Haven. TOMMY JULIUS, a.k.a. The investigation revealed that individuals were utilizing a storage facility in West Haven as a hub to distribute large quantities of marijuana throughout the tri-state area, West Haven police said in a statement, referring to the area that includes Connecticut, New York and New Jersey. Central Connecticut State University honors life, March Madness highlights problem gambling, Skier Shiffrins quest for 86th win extended after, Olympic ticket sales for Paris Games gets off to, 7 Cubs pitchers combine for no-hitter vs Machado,, Mikal Bridges helps Nets rally to stun Celtics, 115-105, NASCAR star Elliott has leg surgery after snowboard, The Remedys Cultured Caf: New Havens Spot to Eat, Free Covid-19 vaccine clinic available at Community, ACES Open Choice Program Now Accepting Student, Fuchs Financial: The How to Retire Blueprint. Additional arrests were made related to the case: David King, 40, of Winter Haven, Shaun Lehoe, 42, of Bradenton and James Hall, 47, of Sarasota as each person reportedly met individually with undercover detectives in attempts to purchase large amounts of methamphetamine, according to the PSCO. Many ancient pipes in CT aren't up to the task of draining storm water, yet officials just seem to shrug. A joint investigation between Tempe, Arizona, police and the Drug Enforcement Administration targeting the Mexican Sinaloa drug cartel has culminated in 150 individuals charged and the seizure of millions of deadly fentanyl pills. Connecticut police arrested two men and seized an estimated $15 million in marijuana after discovering a storage facility was being used illegally as a hub for pot distribution in the Northeast, authorities said Thursday. In total 110.5 lbs of marijuana and $23,770 in cash was seized. Nine people have been arrested and charged in connection with a drug trafficking investigation by the Polk County Sheriffs Office. Police said what was going on in the camper could have blown up neighborhood. It ends up in the drug trade here, in this community, which is devastating, ravaging our citizens, Chief Spagnolo said. He said members of the group, part of Project Longevity, identified themselves as violent by committing violent acts and sparked the inquiry. Many victims lost consciousness, officials said. C, 39, of New Haven, BRIAN K. BACKMAN, a.k.a. This case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. The Federal Bureau of Investigation partnered with New Haven police, state police, other federal authorities, and officers from Milford, East Haven and Hamden during the investigation, Reyes said. Inside Conyers car, police say they found: Inside Ortiz car, police say they found: Chief Spagnolo says getting drugs off the streets is a top priority because of the crisis situation they lead to on the streets contributing to Waterburys nightmarish opioid fight. JAMAINE JACKSON, a.k.a. People on and around the historic New Haven Green near Yale University began falling ill shortly after 8 a.m. Wednesday, and the overdoses continued into Thursday morning. I was just trying to figure out what was going on.. Matthew Merced of the New Haven Police Department said. On February 15, a grand jury in New Haven returned an indictment charging the eight defendants with conspiracy to distribute and to possess with intent to distribute various quantities of fentanyl, heroin, cocaine base ("crack") and cocaine. By Lori Lyle (NEW HAVEN, Ky., April 3rd, 2003, 6:55 p.m.)-- Kentucky State Police say they've made the largest drug bust ever in central Kentucky and taken a dangerous man off the streets.Police say they found more than $2 million worth of drugs and a stash of weapons in a drug raid at a home near New Haven. Ben Lambert was formerly a reporter with Hearst Connecticut Media Group, covering police and public safety in the New Haven area. MATTHEW MOORE, a.k.a. WATERBURY, Conn. (1010 WINS) -- A New Haven DEA task force arrested 14 people on Wednesday during a massive drug bust in Waterbury that also yielded 18 kilos of drugs, $290,000 in cash and . NEW HAVEN, CT Authorities announced the arrest of 25 people Wednesday on federal drug charges in connection to gang-related activity in and around New Haven. Ted, 36, of New Haven, WANDA CARTER, a.k.a. Symptoms varied. According to deputies, PSCO obtained a search warrant for the Winter Haven residence where the package was to be delivered and arrested Stacy Nylen, 41, of Winter Haven and Shawn Sutter, 41 of Pinellas Park. Police Chief Otoniel Reyes said the group is allegedly responsible for multiple homicides and shootings in the city and beyond, including the lions share of the gun violence in the city.. Alejandrino " Baby Boo " DeJesus, 38, of the Fair Haven section of the city, admitted to his role in a drug dealing conspiracy in New Haven in August when he pleaded guilty to one count of. Floor 25 Lock Eighteen of the suspects were arrested Wednesday, five already were in custody and two still are being sought, according to federal authorities. There are numerous chemicals involved here. HENRY HORTON, also known as Bodie, 39, of New Haven He said a few people fell ill Thursday morning, but it wasn't immediately clear if they used the same bad batch of synthetic marijuana. WaWa, 40, of Hamden, SHAVAR BELLAMY, a.k.a. If convicted of this offense, based on the type and quantity of narcotics charged, Julius, Merritt, Carr, Burruss, Crosley and Bellamy face a minimum term of imprisonment of five years and a maximum term of imprisonment of 40 years, officials said. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. Thats what has neighbors so shocked. Don't ruin it by releasing felons early, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. New Haven first responders were called to a similar overdose outbreak on the Green on July 4, when more than a dozen people became sick from synthetic marijuana. Hed allegedly made three kilos, worth three million dollars. (Tempe PD). Massive New Haven drug bust results in 25 arrests, Hamden school board member Walter L. 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The other defendants, if convicted of this charge, face a maximum term of imprisonment of 20 years. E, 40, of New Haven, PRISHONNA TURNER, a.k.a. On 12/06/10, the Connecticut State Police Statewide Narcotics Task Force developed information regarding a large shipment of marijuana that was being transported to the New Haven area. of marijuana with intent to sell within 1500 school. Mac and Bridgeport, 43, of West Haven, TYRESE STANLEY, a.k.a. The investigation subsequently identified a second drug trafficking network that involved the large-scale distribution of heroin., As alleged, these drug trafficking networks have been responsible for the distribution of significant quantities of heroin, crack and cocaine in Connecticut and Massachusetts, said Connecticut U.S. Attorney John H. Durham, in the release. Eighteen of the defendants were arrested Wednesday, five defendants were already in custody and two defendants are still being sought, officials said. Theres some gang activity and theres a lot of drug trafficking activity, but what got us on to this group was the violence, said Jacobson. (Tempe PD). Jack, 45, of Bridgeport, MAKENE JACOBS, a.k.a. A grand jury in New Haven returned a 15-count indictment Tuesday related to the distribution of crack cocaine, cocaine and heroin in Connecticut and Massachusetts, U.S. States Attorney for. The Island Brothers were very active in the city in the late 1980s and early 90s, and profited from drug dealing and associated violence, but prosecutions decades later still targeted alleged members of the gang. U.S. Attorney Boyle stressed that an indictment is not evidence of guilt. NEW HAVEN, CT A West Haven resident was among the 25 people arrested Wednesday on federal drug charges in connection to gang-related activity in and around New Haven, according to authorities. 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The charges stem from an investigation headed by the FBIs New Haven Safe Streets/Gang Task Force and New Haven Police Department that targeted drug trafficking and related acts of violence by members, former members and associates of the Island Brothers street gang in New Haven. He is due back in court on June 9. The U.S. Attorneys Office will continue to work with our federal, state and local partners to stem the drug trade in our cities, and the violence associated with it, by prosecuting those involved in this criminal behavior.. A second team of Connecticut State Police Narcotics Detectives executed a search & seizure warrant at 125 Old Sachem Head Road in Guilford where additional marijuana and cash were seized at the Guilford location. The indictment also charges Backman, Atkinson, Jackson, Jacobs, Stanley, Roberts and Draughn with one count of conspiracy to distribute, and to possess with intent to distribute, heroin. Ledger reporter Rebecca Lee can be reached atRlee3@gannett.com. Jacobson said the investigation began more than a year ago and spanned multiple towns, cities and states. Posted Wed, Jul 10, 2019 at 5:57 pm ET. The investigation subsequently identified a second drug trafficking network that involved the large-scale distribution of heroin. ", First published on August 15, 2018 / 11:15 AM. He has also been convicted on federal charges of counterfeiting and was released from prison on parole in January 2006. They said theyve never seen anything suspicious going on next door.
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