All but Dunns are charged with racketeering and drug offenses. Allegra Dyer, age 36, currently incarcerated at the Grafton County House of Corrections, was arrested on a charge of falsifying physical evidence. Please enter valid email address to continue. 12 men indicted in drug trafficking investigation involving - WPXI Both men are charged with racketeering, forgery, money laundering and numerous drug distribution charges. Appalachian Habitat Association Student Scholarships Available Dear Botetourt County Recreation Sports FamiliesFincastle, VA (April 21, 2023) - "You spoke and we are listening! The controlled drug buy took place in the bustling shopping plaza that includes a childs day care, fitness center, dance studio and Subway restaurant. Some also test for alcohol. The task force is a Virginia State Police Task Force consisting of officers from Alleghany, Bath and Craig counties and the VSP. Jennette, Kensington & Ruth Street, 2009 . The K-9 officer, Titan, hit on a backpack in the back seat of the car. Meth, assault rifle, other equipment retrieved in Alleghany Co. drug Several drugs, an improvised explosive device, a handgun, ammunition, and scales were seized, the Sheriff said Operation "Candyman" in Alleghany County (Credit: Alleghany County Sheriff's. Harry Fortune: Two counts of selling or reselling a schedule one or two controlled substance. Pittsburgh police arrested two men who were allegedly in possession of drugs and a stolen gun during a drug bust in Homewood on Monday. 2021 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Mr. Gonzalez is expected to be arraigned today in the Lawrence Massachusetts District Court, after which New Hampshire authorities will seek his extradition to face his charges in Rockingham Superior Court. The land seized is in Hamilton Township, Pleasantville and Buena Borough. Copyright 2020 WDBJ. Mr. Brooks was released on $2,000 cash or corporate surety bail and will be arraigned on a date to be determined in Belknap Superior Court. Jesse O'Neill, Assistant Attorney General Click here to take a moment and familiarize yourself with our Community Guidelines. "Today's Ms. Savard was released on personal recognizance bail and will be arraigned on a date to be determined in Rockingham Superior Court. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Martinez, Shamar Scott, 25, and Deshawn Hose, 23, were indicted on charges of murder and conspiracy in the Feb. 10, 2019 shooting death of Demond Tally. On May 3 and 4, 2021, the following individuals were arrested: The prior arrests of Travis Hood (March 11, 2021) and Mariano Andres Santos (February 12, 2021) were also a result of this investigation. Copyright 2022 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved. Unknown pills that we dont know, we cant identify at this moment, unknown white powders, Stanga said. * * * * * Free Journal TV | Ad Options Obits | Contact Editor (540-865-0299) JournalTV News for Friday, April 28, 2023 Copy link The charges and allegations against these defendants are merely accusations, and they are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. Phone: (540) 862-4157 Fax: (540) 862-5723 Email: In October 2011, he pleaded guilty to manufacturing or possessing with intent to deliver a controlled substance and was sentenced to two years in prison. Fitzgerald has been charged with several narcotics and firearms-related offenses, law enforcement said. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania leaders explain how the updated CDC mask guidance will affect you and your family. They did not say how many officers were involved in the sting. 25, 2018 at 12:41 PM PDT. He died three days later. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. We have asked the Allegheny County Police Department to assume this investigation to ensure complete independence from my office and to ensure that a separate law enforcement agency is looking into this, Shapiro said. AlleghanyJournal.com Newsline The drug sting, which McDonough referred to as a buy-bust operation, was underway shortly before 1 p.m. At 1:07 p.m., authorities received reports of shots fired. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Ranae Ross, age 33, currently incarcerated at the Grafton County House of Corrections, was arrested on a charge of possession of a controlled drug. Suspect killed has history of drug, assault charges. kate.giaquinto@doj.nh.gov | 603-573-6103 According to Alleghany County Sheriff Kevin Hall and Clifton Forge Police Chief Chad Wickline, items seized included: U.S. currency, marijuana, methamphetamines, schedule III pills, a handgun, ammunition, THC vape cartridges, cannabis oil pods, digital scales, cannabis injectors and unidentified balls of a wax material. Again, thanks to all of you, it's easy to make such amendments! On Oct. 20, the Alleghany Highlands Drug Task Force, Alleghany County Sheriffs Office, Clifton Forge Police Department, Department of Wildlife Resources, and Virginia State Police teamed up to conduct Operation Candyman in the 900 block of McCormick Boulevard in Clifton Forge. The Alleghany Journal - an Alleghany County, Virginia electronic newspaper for the entire Alleghany Highlands of Western Virginia: you're invited to join us in sharing a wealth of information about our region! Police also recovered thumb drives. Armstrong roundup targets drug dealer suspects | TribLIVE.com Jaime Norvell: One count of selling or reselling a schedule one or two controlled substance, one count of conspiring to violate the drug act, and one count of non-violent felon possession of a gun. Some photos were NOT available. pic.twitter.com/Ghp1TryWNZ. 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Pittsburgh police arrest 2 in Homewood drug bust | TribLIVE.com Those 3,000 opportunities were thwarted because of the fine work of law enforcement, Shapiro added. Khan, who is in the Mercer County jail, is also charged with bribery. 22 indicted on 59 drug charges in Alleghany County; two still sought, Pedestrian on life support after being hit in SE Roanoke traffic, Troopers make interesting find while cleaning highway, Person being treated after Bedford County barricade, Lynchburg Police investigates shots fired at business, Bridging the Great Health Divide Across the US, PublicFileAccess@wdbj7.com - (540) 344-7000. One of the reputed leaders of the organization ran the ring from the Atlantic County jail thanks to the help of a corrections officer who smuggled in cell phone and drugs, while the other is one of three charged in a 2019 murder in Atlantic City, the prosecutors office said Wednesday. Our goal here in the city of McKeesport with making this a safer place for our residents to live, and that starts with taking down the drug trafficking and the violence, McKeesport Police Chief Adam Alfer said. Copyright 2023 WSLS.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. Christopher Buchanan. The cocaine ring was. Kate Giaquinto, Director of Communications The Allegheny County Medical Examiners Office identified the suspect who died as Omari Ali Thompson, 31, of Pittsburgh. Published: May. 20 arrested in northern NH drug sweep - wcax.com Information can be anonymously reported to the task force by calling 540-965-6308. Mr. Santos is currently facing one charge of sale of fentanyl in Belknap Superior Court and one charge of possession of fentanyl with intent to sell in Carroll Superior Court. October 1, 2021 / 4:25 PM Their cases will be prosecuted by the Coos County Attorney's Office. Gerinson Leonardo Tejada-Avalo, age 27, of Lawrence, Massachusetts, was arrested in Lawrence and was charged with being a fugitive from justice based on a New Hampshire arrest warrant for conspiracy to sell fentanyl. Journal Entry by Corinne, 2009. February 8, 2023 | 1:04pm. Alli Graham came aboard the digital team as an evening digital content producer in June 2022. Some of those indicted were previously arrested on charges of possession of firearms and selling drugs, the prosecutors office noted. Jabbar K. Womble, 46, of Penn Hills and Michael D. Macon, 49, of Homewood face felony drug and conspiracy charges, police said. The Alleghany Journal - an Alleghany County, Virginia electronic Leo Douglas Bennett was arrested after a drug bust at a house in Alleghany turned up methamphetamine, an assault rifle, a shotgun, a hunting rifle, pistols and . Michael Savard, age 35, of Stewartstown, New Hampshire, was arrested on charges of conspiracy to possess fentanyl and conspiracy to sell fentanyl. Tuesday, April 18th 2023 Leo Douglas Bennett was arrested after a drug bust at a house in Alleghany turned up methamphetamine, an assault rifle, a shotgun, a hunting rifle, pistols and other. Special Agents from the Virginia State Police responded and took possession of the explosive device. [DOWNLOAD: Free WPXI apps for alerts as news breaks]. By 1:15 p.m., Thompson the target of the drug bust was pronounced dead after an exchange of gunfire with officers involved in the operation, McDonough said. Quinton Haley: One count of selling or reselling a schedule one or two controlled substance, and one count of conspiring to violate the drug act. Authorities arrested 22 people early Wednesday in Coraopolis, the culmination of a three-month heroin investigation, Drug Enforcement Administration officials said. 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