Executive Summary
- Dutchess County Drug Task Force agents raided a home at 40 South Hamilton Street shortly before 5:00 a.m. Wednesday.
- Authorities seized large quantities of cocaine and fentanyl during the operation.
- Multiple suspects were taken into custody with assistance from Poughkeepsie SWAT and State Police.
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — The Dutchess County Drug Task Force (DCDTF) executed a coordinated pre-dawn operation on Wednesday, resulting in the arrests of multiple individuals and the seizure of significant quantities of narcotics at a Poughkeepsie residence.
According to DCDTF Coordinator Detective Sergeant Adam Harris, agents executed multiple search warrants shortly before 5:00 a.m. at 40 South Hamilton Street. The operation targeted suspected drug dealers at the location, leading to their apprehension and the recovery of large amounts of cocaine and fentanyl found on the premises.
The raid utilized resources from several law enforcement bodies. Detective Sergeant Harris stated that the task force was assisted by the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office, the City of Poughkeepsie Police Department, and the Poughkeepsie SWAT team. Additionally, the New York State Police Community Stabilization Unit (CSU) participated in the enforcement action.
Operational Outlook and Legal Context
This operation underscores the ongoing multi-agency strategy to dismantle narcotics distribution networks within the Hudson Valley region. Authorities have indicated that further information regarding the identities of the suspects and specific charges will be made available once processing is complete. It is important to note that all individuals arrested or charged in connection with this operation are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
