Over a Dozen People Have Been Charged in a Massive NYSP Narcotics Operation

Late last week, law enforcement agencies, including the New York State Police, carried out successful raids on several residences spanning from Orange County to The Bronx. As a result of these operations, over a dozen suspects were apprehended, and a significant amount of illegal narcotics and firearms were confiscated.

Investigation and Warrants Executed Across New York

The New York State Police, along with the Violent Gang Narcotics Enforcement Team (VGNET), the Community Stabilization Unit (CSU), and the Orange County District Attorney’s office, collaborated intensively for two and a half months to ensure the success of this extensive operation. On December 7, 2023, their combined efforts culminated in a decisive move, requiring a significant police force.

Law enforcement officials executed 11 search warrants at various residences in The Bronx, Warwick, Chester, and Mamakating. During these operations, authorities successfully confiscated a significant amount of evidence.

…over 2 Kilograms of Cocaine, approximately 17 pounds of Cannabis, fentanyl pills, United States Currency, and eight illegal firearms.

The New York State Police have made a significant bust, as shown in the attached image.

Law enforcement achieved significant success in their operations, seizing a substantial amount of narcotics and weapons. Moreover, they were also able to apprehend and bring charges against a total of 14 individuals. These charges ranged from felonies to misdemeanors, highlighting the effectiveness of law enforcement efforts.

The New York State Police recently made a significant bust, as depicted in the accompanying image.

Arrested Individuals and Where They’re From

The authorities primarily focused their efforts on apprehending individuals in Chester, resulting in the arrest of 7 out of the 14 suspects.

The following individuals were identified as:

• • James Baltimore (36)
  • Antonio Bucci (28)
  • Christopher Bucci (58)
  • Michael Curtis (32)
  • Jennifer Curtis (31)
  • Klerisa Peterson (30)
  • Justin Peterson (29).

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Warwick police took action and apprehended Anthony Bucci Jr (62) and David Rinaldi (31), charging them with their alleged offenses. Additionally, Markaj Narcj, a 30-year-old individual, was arrested in Mamakating.

Law enforcement arrived in the Bronx and apprehended the remaining four suspects.

• • Tyler Zaborski (26)
  • Lestor Zaborski Jr (50)
  • Marcus Hicks (28)
  • Dominick Deluccia (48).

List of Charges and Who’s Hit the Hardest

Four out of the 14 arrests that were made resulted in the most severe charges being filed. James Baltimore, Antonio Bucci, Tyler Zaborski, and Lestor Zaborski Jr. are the individuals facing both first and second-degree charges for Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance, and Conspiracy. Following their arraignment, all four were remanded to the Orange County Jail.

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The other 10 suspects who were arrested also face similar charges, although not as severe as those faced by the previous four individuals. Christopher Bucci and Michael Curtis were both arraigned in court and subsequently released on their own recognizance.

Jennifer Curtis, Anthony Bucci Jr, Klerisa Peterson, Justin Peterson, Marcus Hicks, Dominick Deluccia, Markaj Narkaj, and David Rinaldi have all been released with tickets to appear in court again at a later date. To see the complete list of charges filed against each suspect, please refer to the press release issued by the New York State Police.

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The press release ends by emphasizing that the case is still ongoing and being actively investigated. Law enforcement authorities also anticipate further charges and arrests as the investigation progresses.

As new information becomes available, we will keep updating this story.

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