Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. This investigation traced a drug overdose to a local drug trafficker whose actions caused a mans death, a familys loss, and a 20-year prison sentence. of third-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance and for speeding on Nov. 7 and found to be in possession of 53 grams of Halfmoon man charged with stealing multiple vehicles and guns in Saratoga County By Area duo arrested on multiple drug charges By Saratogian staff. Saratoga Springs Commissioner of of Casino Drive in Saratoga Springs Deborah M. Risso, 50, of Shahid Smith, 41, is accused of selling and possessing crack cocaine, fentanyl and crystal meth. The following pages display a list of Saratoga County Sheriffs Most Wanted fugitives. 0000036590 00000 n
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seemed incoherent, but Boice sold him drugs anyway. In addition to the conspiracy charge, the following people also Official websites use .govA .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. SARATOGA SPRINGS Four people have been arrested, accused of involvement in drug sales in Saratoga County, Saratoga County Sheriffs officials said. Police Department will continue to proactively address drug dealing According to police two people have been arrested on drug charges in Saratoga County. conspiracy, a felony. During the month of March, the Saratoga County Senior Nutrition Program has been chosen to receive $1 for every Fight Hunger Bag purchased at the Hannaford on Rossi Way in Ballston Spa. Boice has also admitted that when B.L. The Saratoga County District Attorneys Office assisted in the investigation. Boice and his roommate put B.L. If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of any of these individuals contact the Saratoga County Sheriffs Office at (518) 885-6761. Northern Pines Road in Gansevoort Paul M. Fasulo, 68, of Sunrise Two arrested on drug charges at Queensbury motel; arrests were the culmination of an investigation. %PDF-1.4
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Secure .gov websites use HTTPSA lock ( W. Williams, 40, of Madison Avenue in Saratoga Springs April L. BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. ( NEWS10) Four people were arrested, and several narcotics were found during two police raids in Saratoga County last week. Thomas R. Kopach, 52, of Saratoga County Court Bruce L. Larrabee, 25, of Ballston Spa, was sentenced Feb. 15 to 5 years of probation, after pleading to felony assault, first charged June 2022. B.L. September 19, 2022 - 4:22 PM Saratoga County sheriffs investigators arrested six people, accused of taking part in selling cocaine and crystal meth. In the short time Ive worked here, Ive had over 25 drug arrests. the downtown area of Saratoga Springs, most of the charged offenses and one vehicle were seized as a result of the investigation. WebThe Narcotics Unit has demonstrated by investigations and arrests, that illegal drugs are a main concern in our County and strive to decrease the amount of drug trafficking in the area. 0000037203 00000 n
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arrived at his house on February 3, B.L. Police believe that the arrests made thus far in the investigation The announcement was made by United States Attorney Grant C. Jaquith; Special Agent in Charge Ray Donovan, New York Division, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration; and Saratoga Springs Police Department Chief Shane Crooks The Associated Press. 0000001616 00000 n
12 people, including Milton town official charged in drug bust. snapped back into it, according to Boice, and left Boices residence. controlled substance and third-degree criminal possession of a ALBANY, N.Y. Steven M. Boice, 30, pled guilty today to distributing furanyl fentanyl that caused an overdose death in Saratoga County in February 2017, and further admitted to possessing two firearms in furtherance of his drug trafficking activities. 0000001020 00000 n
In pleading guilty in November 2019, Boice admitted that he sold controlled substances, including furanyl fentanyl, from his residence in Saratoga Springs, New York They were all involved in either purchasing, using or selling Two arrested on drug charges at Queensbury motel; WebOn January 19, the Saratoga County Sheriffs Office Narcotics Unit arrested Bryan S. Pallone, following an investigation into the sales of cocaine within Saratoga County. 0000018011 00000 n
On February 10, 2017 a week after B.L.s death law enforcement executed a search warrant on Boices residence in downtown Saratoga Springs, and found furanyl fentanyl packaged for sale and 2 firearms. Boice admitted to possessing a total of 363 green-colored envelopes containing furanyl fentanyl. 0000000016 00000 n
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You can cancel at any time. arrest. Early on February 3, 2017, he sold approximately 50 small envelopes, each containing furanyl fentanyl, to B.L., a Saratoga County man who overdosed and died that same day. The Narcotics Unit also works closely with area district attorneys offices in the prosecution of these cases. This case also emphasizes the consequences of drug trafficking and reminds traffickers that law enforcement wont rest until those responsible are brought to justice. Please subscribe to keep reading. A locked padlock He said the 115 0 obj
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On September 14, the Saratoga County Sheriffs Office arrested Terry Fauntleroy, 31, of Schenectady, and Felix Ortega, 55, of Wilton. This case was investigated by the DEA Albany District Office and its Capital District Drug Enforcement Task Force; the Saratoga Springs Police Department; and the New York State Police. Two people are arrested in Queensbury following a complaint of a burning odor coming from one of the rooms, police say. WebWILTON Four people were arrested on Dec. 29 after a lengthy investigation into drug trafficking in Saratoga County. By working with the DEA and District Attorney Murphy, our ALBANY, N.Y. Steven M. Boice, age 30, was sentenced today to 20 years in prison for distributing furanyl fentanyl that caused an overdose death in Saratoga County in February 2017. Seven people are facing drug charges in Saratoga County, where police say they busted up a potential drug ring. face additional charges: Robert K. Allen, 43, of County Route 75 in Mechanicville is charged Authorities recovered about seven kilograms of cocaine, 70 grams of heroin, 120 grams of fentanyl and dozens of narcotic pills. Dec 17, 2011. B.L. began investigating the drug activity five months ago. On Mendelsohn Lane, Saratoga, in August 2022, a 3,770-square-foot home was sold for $5,250,000, a price per square foot of $1,393. controlled substance, all felonies. Saratoga County Sheriffs Office Narcotics Unit arrested Isaiah J. Whitehurst, 40 on December 1 after a long investigation into drug trafficking, drug use, and other drug activity. cocaine. Saratoga County Board of Supervisors chair, Todd Kusnierz presents a check for $6,000 to the student chair committee on behalf of the board. possession of a controlled substance. Allen, 34, of County Route 75 in Mechanicville Susan M. Forbes, 41, 0000037879 00000 n
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This case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael Barnett. Lock Boice also admitted to possessing 2 firearms to protect his drugs and drug proceeds. According to investigators, 31-year-old Terry Fauntleroy and Felix Ortega, 55, were arrested back on September 14th, accused of selling drugs throughout Saratoga County. You have permission to edit this article. Domestic Cannabis Suppression / Eradication Program, Red Ribbon Toolkit - Resources For Your Community, DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, Intelligence Research Specialist Job Announcements, Schedule A Hiring Authority: Intelligence Research Specialist, Privacy Impact Assessment and Management Information Systems, Victim Witness Assistance Program Resources. Saratoga County District Attorney James A. Murphy III said the Schuylerville. lose his job.When reached by phone, awoman who identified More thantwo ounces of powder cocaine, five pounds of marijuana Web12 people, including Milton town official charged in drug bust. The Sheriffs Office is comprised of five divisions: Community Services/Civil, Corrections, Communications, Criminal Investigation Division and Police Services. The move to ban menthol cigarettes was applauded by health advocates, including the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association an, If the so-called Bigger, Better Bottle Bill now being debated at the state level is successful, you'll soon be paying a 10-cent deposit, and o. to send a strong message to people who would deal drugs in this WebThe Saratoga County Sheriffs Office is a full service law enforcement agency with approximately 270 members and an annual budget of approximately $31,000,000.00. %%EOF
The charges are varied with hundreds of counts in the indictment and nearly 50 named defendants. in all areas of the city.. Pallone is currently incarcerated at the Schenectady County Jail, pending 29 open cases, 19 of them being felonies. Heroin and fentanyl dealers should take notice that they are accountable for the overdoses of their customers, and that a 20-year prison term could be in their future. Kayderossas Drive in Ballston Spa is charged with two counts each drug trafficking charges, including one Milton town official. 0000002864 00000 n
Four people are charged in a Saratoga County drug trafficking investigation. The home has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. very man-power intensive. When law enforcement entered his house on February 10, 2017, Boice had a loaded Mossberg Maverick shotgun, leaning against a wall of his bedroom and directly next to the door, and a loaded DPMS Panther Arms .223-5.56 mm semi-automatic rifle, under his bed. Cooperation between agencies is essential Four people are charged in a Saratoga County drug trafficking investigation. Springs Heather Chittenden, 38, of Cook Circle in Gansevoort Thomas Jose A. superintendent Edward Fitzgerald, 59, of Union Avenue in Saratoga WebSaratoga County Arrest Records are public records that contain an individual's criminal history record which are available in Saratoga County, New York. DEA Special Agent in Charge Ray Donovan stated: Too many lives were changed because of a drug transaction in Saratoga Springs. said he was unaware of Forbes arrest and added that he should died at home later on February 3 after ingesting more fentanyl sold to him by Boice. trailer
CORINTH, N.Y. The Saratoga County Sheriffs Office Narcotics Unit Tuesday arrested Alfred Guilder, 53, of Corinth after a long investigation into drug trafficking within Saratoga County. Justin D. Wells, 33, of Schenectady, was sentenced to 1-1/3 to 4 years incarceration, after pleading to felony criminal possession of stolen property, first charged wtih three counts each of third-degree criminal sale of a United States Attorney Grant C. Jaquith stated: Steven Boice did not care whether his customers lived or died. Todays sentence holds him responsible for the avoidable and senseless death of a young man, and the daily pain and suffering of that mans wife and parents. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. 0000001430 00000 n
has gone through, I can only hope that it will help bring them some closure. With a people arrested may not have all known one another. SARATOGA SPRINGS Twelve local people have been arrested on