As alleged in two indictments unsealed in Kings County Supreme Court today the individuals sold tens of thousands of prescription oxycodone pills, worth approximately $500,000, and more than 500 grams of cocaine. In the second Indictment, Andrew Mason is charged with conspiring with Garone and Thomas Schillizzi to purchase oxycodone pills for resale in Brooklyn. Special Narcotics Prosecutor Bridget Brennan, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez and New York City Police Commissioner Dermot Shea said the series of arrests helped to take apart an alleged drug network that operated out of Park Slope, Gowanus and Sunset Park. Get the best experience and stay connected to your community with our Spectrum News app. (Staten Island Advance/NYPD photos). WebBrown was indicted in February by a Staten Island grand jury on two counts of criminal sale of a controlled substance in the third degree. McMahon said the investigation dismantled a drug ring that afflicted the day-to-day lives of New Brighton residents. But the subject of the warrant for sale of a controlled substance was Anthony Marshall, 40, who was also arrested on scene, he added. Arrested in the takedown were Durail Miles, Nathaniel Winfield, Juan Laureano, Arthur Williams, Hector Espinosa, Sharif Clark, Steven Malloy, Shann Murria, Wiley Holman, Azjaye Allen, Milton Stilley, Glen Howard, Zaquon Williams, Tavon Ryner and Sefu Luthman. NEW YORK - An NYPD detective executing a search warrant with his narcotics team at a known drug house was shot in the leg Thursday in the New Springville section of Staten Island, said NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell. Police! Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell hailed the detective as a hero at a morning press conference. Garone also sold the pills to Andrew Mason. Two women were also taken into custody from the apartment, Essig said. The 40-year-old former running back originally from Rockland County played at Notre Dame and signed with the Giants, but never played for them after an off-season injury. 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WebAn NYPD detective was shot on Staten Island Thursday during a drug bust, in which the wounded officer used a ballistic shield to save both himself and his team from a suspect But his lawyer, Lance Lazzaro, appealed. WebJanuary 30, 2020 / 6:13 PM / CBS New York NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) -- The NYPD uncovered a large stash of drugs during raid on Staten Island. Two NYPD officers and one detective were shot in New York City over the past 20 days alone. Seth Gottfried Pizarro was shot in the leg by police returning fire. At 6:02 a.m. the team of narcotics officers entered the two story-house at 82 Rockne Street between Ellwood Avenue and Villa Nova Street and went up to the second floor where they were fired upon from a bedroom, said police during a briefing. 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. 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WebNYPD: 8 suspects arrested in drug raid at Staten Island apartment; loaded gun allegedly hidden in pillowcase silive.com - Staten Island Advance 4h STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. The NYPD arrested eight people in the raid of an apartment in Stapleton where officers allege they uncovered an array of drugs Read more on silive.com Policing Staten Island ABC7 New York 24/7 Eyewitness News Stream. In 2005, he was arrested after being found with eight ounces of cocaine near the Staten Island Zoo. More recently, he was busted in New Jersey in 2018 for cocaine distribution, the chief said. He was a co-owner of the former AP Cafe, a Bushwick coffee shop. A second suspect, Anthony Marshall, 40, the subject of the warrant, was also taken into custody. WebBULLS HEAD, Staten Island (WABC) -- Police seized what they described as a "tremendous" amount of illegal drugs while executing a search warrant at a storage facility on Staten He was taken into custody. | Sign up for FOX 5 email newsletters. They sold a large quantity of the oxycodone pills to Ben Butler, who then resold them in Massachusetts, where traffickers can sell oxycodone pills for a higher profit. STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. Authorities allege that a 40-year-old man sold drugs to an undercover officer and then was caught several weeks later with a glassine envelope of heroin stamped White Diamond in his St. George community. Luis Rodriguez the Staten Island dealer traveled off the Island to retrieve cocaine from Rivera on multiple occasions, including for the alleged July 8 deal, according to a criminal complaint. He served 48 months in jail in connection to that bust, the chief said. AccuWeather: AM showers before a mild afternoon, Extra Time: Breaking down massive NYC, NYPD settlement, Teammate facing charges in crash that killed local UGA player. Pizarro told police that his intentions on the morning in question were to defend his home from unknown intruders. Nelson Pizarro, 40, faces a litany of charges in connection with the Jan. 20 incident, including first-degree attempted murder, attempted aggravated murder of a police officer, criminal possession of a firearm and attempted assault with a weapon. The investigation began before the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in August 2019 following a nonfatal overdose near the Farragut Houses in Brooklyn, authorities said, after members of a street level organization tied to that overdose sold narcotics, including heroin, fentanyl and cocaine, to undercover officers over 20 times totaling approximately $16,000 in sales. Pizarros release is an obvious example of the absurdity of Albanys protect the rights of alleged criminals and screw the victims approach. Attorney General James would also like to thank the Randolph, Massachusetts Police Department, the New York State Department of Healths Bureau of Narcotics Enforcement, the New York City Department of Investigation, the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General, and the DEA Diversion Task Force for their assistance with the investigation. WebA gang flooded illegal drugs into a violence-plagued Staten Island neighborhood for over a year, cops and prosecutors said Tuesday as they announced the arrests of 15 people on He has also been arrested in 2000 and 2001, he said. This Google translation feature is provided for informational purposes only. This case is a perfect example of the cooperation required between local departments, the Attorney General's Office, and the Waterfront Commission's personnel to fight the trafficking of illegal opioids and cocaine across jurisdictional boundaries, said Warwick Police Chief Thomas McGovern. Other officers fired back striking the gunman in the leg. Select a Language Below/Seleccione el Idioma Abajo. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). Only one side of the story has been told so far, stated Brooklyn-based defense lawyer Lance Lazzaro. This is a possibly a career-ending injury and certainly a life-threatening injury. Libretti was taken in stable condition to Staten Island University North Hospital, where NYPD Supervising Chief Surgeon Eli Kleinman said he will undergo surgery. Prosecutors said the arrests came from a long-term investigation into heroin and oxycodone trafficking on Staten Island. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. An NYPD officer is recovering at Staten Island University Hospital after being shot in the leg in the New Springville section of Staten Island. I thought I was getting robbed, he reportedly stated. He was stopped by an officer who found over one-eighth an ounce of crack-cocaine in his pocket along with $2,055 in cash. The OAGs Investigations Division is led by Chief Investigator Oliver Pu-Folkes. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Thanks for contacting us. NEW YORK STATE ATTORNEY GENERAL. (Photo courtesy of NYPD), STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Authorities announced charges against 10 alleged members of a loosely linked drug distribution network in Brooklyn Monday that included one Staten Island street dealer and is said to have bought and sold hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of cocaine at pandemic prices.". Whats more disgraceful is that former NFL player Ryan Grant funded the bail of an attempted cop-killer, drug dealer who pushes his deadly poison in our communities., DiGiacomo added, It begs the question, would Mr. Grant spring this criminal if his family member was the victim or just when its a hero detective protecting the public?, A police veteran said, A convicted drug dealer with an extensive criminal history who willfully shot a police officer was just released on bail. Wearing wings and waving a wand, Turk appears in a Staten Island-set music video called "My World Is Blue," which lauds drug use in the borough, referred to as "painkiller paradise," and pokes fun at the prospect of being busted by authorities, the NYPD said. You know, they arent selling minor drugs out there, Essig said. The operation, dubbed D-Rail the Corridor by investigators, kicked off in April 2021. Librettis lawyer did not immediately return a request for comment. Those prices, authorities said, came as access to cocaine was extremely limited during the height of the pandemic, which caused a markup of nearly 30% to 50% over the typical price. For them, the crisis provided an opportunity to charge some of the highest prices for cocaine seen in New York City in recent years, Brennan said. WebThe New York Post reported, An ex-con accused of shooting an NYPD detective during a Staten Island drug bust was sprung from jail Wednesday after former Green Bay Packers running back Ryan Grant helped secure bail, sources told The Post. Unfortunately the Appellate Division got this wrong and made a ruling I vigorously disagree with, Staten Island District Attorney Michael McMahon said. The detective was shot in the right leg while executing a 2023 FOX Television Stations, 11-month-old girl sitting in her car with her mother was shot in the face, Rep. 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WebThomas Dembinski, 24, of Ninth Avenue in Manhattan, and Derry Tindale, 34, were arrested on Sept. 22 after police executed a search warrant at Tindales home on Tompkins Avenue, Officers fired back striking the gunman. 2023, Charter Communications, all rights reserved. NYPD Detective Dominick Libretti leaves the hospital Monday with his family and fellow officers by his side. Pizzaro was taken to Richmond University Medical Center. Detectives established surveillance and saw Rivera, Bota and Lopez Santos enter and exit the home separately, according to authorities. He alleged that the landlords knew illegal activity was taking place at the residence. Prosecutors say that as Pizarro fired through a closed door toward officers, he placed an unnamed individual, located in a separate bedroom, at risk of also being shot. WebNEW YORK New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced the indictment of 16 individuals for their roles in trafficking prescription opioids and cocaine in Brooklyn, Brown is unfortunately caught up in this vicious drug cycle which is destroying our urban areas, Gallucci said. Officers armed with a The Office of Attorney General does not make any promises, assurances, or guarantees as to the accuracy of the translations provided. Anyone relying on information obtained from Google Translate does so at his or her own risk. Grant did not return requests for comment. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. I will hopefully be able to get him the real assistance he needs to end this cycle of drug abuse and make him a productive member of society once again., >> NYPD: Woman, 39, caught with 4 guns on Staten Island, >> NYPD: 2 men arrested for gunpoint robbery of marijuana at smoke shop on Staten Island, >> NYPD: Man, 18, arrested after pre-dawn raid nets gun on Staten Island, >> Staten Island man, 33, caught with child porn image phone, NYPD alleges. Dominick Libretti was shot while conducting a drug raid back on January 20. WebSTATEN ISLAND A young woman who plays a "blue fairy" in a YouTube rap video glamorizing prescription drug abuse was among 32 people arrested this week in a major McMahon said his office and the NYPD will not allow hard-working Staten Islanders to be held hostage by violent gangs and drug dealers.. The shooting comes as gun violence continues to plague the city. AN NYPD detective executing a search warrant at a known drug house on Staten Island was shot in the right leg, said police. The State of New York, its officers, employees, and/or agents shall not be liable for damages or losses of any kind arising out of, or in connection with, the use or performance of such information, including but not limited to, damages or losses caused by reliance upon the accuracy of any such information, or damages incurred from the viewing, distributing, or copying of such materials. This indictment contains 473 counts of various felony narcotics offenses, including charges against Neil Garone, Alex Calatozzo, and Ben Butler for Operating as a Major Trafficker, which carries a mandatory life sentence in state prison, and various counts of Criminal Sale and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance (class A and B felonies), as well as Conspiracy to commit those crimes. 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