In a collaborative effort, police dismantled the suspected drug ring using a variety of investigative methods, including wire interception of oral and text communications, and aerial and ground surveillance, Harvey said in a statement. Norfolk, VA 57 Norfolk, VA Virginia Beach Police, partner agencies make huge drug bust. Subscribe here. Shawn Farris, 54, of Rancho Mirage, California (Southwest Virginia Regional Jail) ABINGDON, Va. The man at the center of a national drug trafficking ring operating 12.5 kilograms of fentanyl and 5 kilograms of meth were picked up Robert Wright, 28, Vinton - Possession of explosives by a felon, illegal storage of explosives. A man was arrested and charged with second-degree murder in connection with a homicide Wednesday in Halifax County, according to the Halifax County Sheriffs Office. Many of the suspects arrested were known by officers before the drug-trafficking operation was targeted and are "frequent fliers" within the law-enforcement community, police said. Front Royal police made another arrest last week in an ongoing operation targeting the online solicitation of minors for sexual purposes. Argelianka Garcia, 43, of New York, New York You have permission to edit this article. Please log in, or sign up for a new account to continue reading. The crack and powder cocaine was transported from southeast Florida to Winchester by Adelson Michel and his associates. The defendants are entitled to a fair trial with the burden on the government to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. WINCHESTER, Va. (WHSV) The Northwest Virginia Regional Drug and Gang Task Force reports four members of an alleged cocaine trafficking organization were arrested on Thursday, April 15, following a yearlong investigation. 2023 www.heraldmailmedia.com. Bradley Scott Williams Sentenced to 17 years imprisonment, conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine. Melissa Darlene Barrett Sentenced to 14 years imprisonment, conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine and distribute methamphetamine. Have the latest local news delivered every morning, Monday through Friday. Marshal Service and the West Virginia Air National Guard assisted with the arrests. All rights reserved. State police Capt. Shenandoah County authorities dont plan to charge anyone for making comments on social media that led to Strasburg High School canceling a football game Friday night. The FBI and our trusted state, local and federal partners remain vigilant in pursuing drug investigations that are devastating our communities. Each agency concentrated on criminal activity occurring within its own jurisdiction, including the city of Winchester and five local counties. Travon Hardy, 28, Roanoke - Distribution of heroin and fentanyl. Letter to the Editor: Tucker Carlson lies, Cal Thomas: Trump should follow LBJ's example, Strasburg hopes to extend its Riverwalk and add new amenities, Special Olympics basketball tournament unifies community, Women plead to lesser charges in attempted robbery of Strasburg hotel, Police: 5 dead, including three kids, at South Carolina home, Trump says he expects to be arrested, calls for protest, Police: Sherando High School staff member being investigated for alleged sexual contact with student, Some of Shenandoah County's top salaries go to constitutional officers, Front Royal council discusses vape shop boom, 'Commonsense farmer' enters state Senate race, Bonnie Jean Feldkamp: My day in family court: Our lawmakers are focused on the wrong things, Ex-firefighter pleads guilty to Woodstock arson, Jamie Stiehm: Brash young governor trumps Trump, Andy Schmookler: Newton and Shakespeare, and the two dimensions of the human good, Commentary: The education most valued, 9th grader sues over Pledge of Allegiance confrontation, Commentary: A benefit for all Virginians is under threat, Warren County constitutional officers see high salaries, Hundreds hop over to Stephens City Easter egg hunt, Strasburg man to serve 5 years for lewd texts to child, Front Royal leaders OK recreational business at former VFW site, 'Making Trash Bloom' projects at Shenandoah County landfill might spread, Georgia Garvey: If you're giving away bailouts, I'll take one, Judge to consider moving former EDA director's federal trial. Saint-Jean ran from police officers, but was caught and arrested for the assault of Wilds. They are making a substantial difference in that community and neighboring states.". Charles L. Mathis, Jr., 34, of Kearneysville, W.Va. Charles Mollohan, 46, of no fixed address. I dont know why they choose this area, but they do., Contact staff writer Joe Beck at 540-465-5137 ext. Investigators seized more than 50 grams of crack cocaine, multiple ounces of powder cocaine, baking soda, and cooking dishes commonly used in the manufacturing of crack cocaine. We'll send breaking news and news alerts to you as they happen. Jackson was arrested May 13, 2013 at the Super 8 motel in Winchester. 
Shawn Farris, 54, of Rancho Mirage, California, Sean Phillip Maidlow Sentenced to 25 years imprisonment, conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of meth, Lacey Cheri Weir Sentenced to 25 years imprisonment, conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of meth. Get our expert short-term forecast, summary of the weather details and news of any severe weather. Once inside the hotel, Clark pulled a black pistol from his waistband. Once in Winchester, Michel, Obenson Sesere, Tiffany Lee Sloane, Sheena Nicole Curry, and Howard Harrison Felix cooked the powder cocaine into crack cocaine and distributed it to other members of this conspiracy in the Winchester area. Blunt has been charged with at least 249 counts of drug distribution-related offenses in Berkeley and Jefferson counties, according to court records. A majority of those charged were taken into custody on Friday as a result of an investigation that spanned months, officials said. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. Heather Ashley Davis Sentenced to 10 years imprisonment, conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine. Published: Apr. Why are we praising him? Kevin Sharpe, 28, of the 100 block of East Cecil Street in Winchester. Jair Medina Gutierrez remains a fugitive. Thomas Mauney, 31, Roanoke- Distribution of heroin and fentanyl. Get our expert short-term forecast, summary of the weather details and news of any severe weather. Anthony Haynes, 32, Roanoke - Distribution of heroin, fentanyl, and cocaine. Several members of the conspiracy, including Adelson Michel, Mark Andre Fleurival, Jackson Milien, Tiffany Lee Sloane, and Robert Lee Scott, Jr., would possess or use firearms during their illegal drug transactions. Thomas R. Fishburn, 32, of Falling Waters, W.Va. John J. Hollingsworth, 31, of Martinsburg, Thomas Lebarron, Jr., 27, of no fixed address, Shane J. Manseau, 40, of no fixed address. Error! "But we're doing everything we can to combat it," she said. 
Delligatti said the arrests reflect the "huge problem" that heroin poses in the area. In a fourth indictment the Grand Jury has alleged that Jennifer Marie Holborn and Licois Fanfan conspired together to distribute 50 grams or more of cocaine base. The Clarke, Frederick and Winchester residents arrested were: Matthew Berg, 32, of the 100 block of Forrest Drive in Frederick County. Federal authorities used a Front Royal shopping center in an undercover sting targeting drug dealing and money laundering for a Mexican cartel. A Caroline County man arrested in an operation targeting online solicitation of minors received five years prison time on Friday. A Woodstock man is among 18 men who have been arrested and convicted on internet crimes against children charges. The police announced a major drug bust Wednesday in which they arrested 54 people and seized over 200 pounds of methamphetamine in West Virginia. appear. DEA official: Trucking records linked to major marijuana bust More than $30,000 in drugs were seized Friday by the Northwest Virginia Regional Drug and Gang Charles Arthur Perkins, Jr, 68, of Winchester, VA, was arrested and charged with possession with the intent to distribute a schedule I/ll controlled substance, possession of a firearm while in possession of a schedule I/ll controlled substance, and conspiracy. Ana B. Lopez, 20, of Camden, New Jersey During the operation, approximately 113 grams of Methamphetamine ($4,600), 9 grams of Heroin ($2,100), 34 grams of Cocaine ($3,400), 30 grams of Crack Cocaine ($3,000), 73 grams of MDMA ($7,300), 220 Doses of Prescription Medication ($1000) and 2 Marijuana plants and 230 grams of Marijuana ($4,800) were seized. According to the indictment, Adelson Michel was a major supplier of crack cocaine in the Winchester, Virginia area. Partly cloudy with isolated thunderstorms possible. Brianna Nicole Woodby Sentenced to 5 years imprisonment, conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine. It just seems weve shifted our focus to the drug thats killing people. Authorities on Friday caught a man wanted in a reported abduction after a two-day manhunt across Shenandoah and Rockingham counties. We all know the harm that narcotics trafficking causes to a community, which too often includes cycles of escalating violence, said United States Attorney Christopher R. Kavanaugh. Marshals Service. 28 people are charged in four separate indictments returned by a federal Grand Jury sitting in Charlottesville, Virginia. Anthony Dwayne Banks, 31, Roanoke- Distribution of methamphetamine and possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute. Saint-Jeans arrest resulted in the seizure of more than 5 grams of crack cocaine and $690 in United States currency. Investigators seized more than five grams of crack cocaine in plain sight from inside Cartwrights, and additional crack cocaine hidden on the property owned by Cartwrights. Ortiz was charged with possession of a controlled substance. From that point until March 12, officers monitored all communications by Blunt and others who used the cellphone for distributing heroin. SHENANDOAH COUNTY, Va. (WHSV) The Northwest Virginia Regional Drug and Gang Taskforce made more than 80 felony arrests in its eighth annual Operation Valley Venue last week in a drug sting. Manage your newsletter subscriptions in your user dashboard. Jenna Goodson, 29, of the 1700 block of Henry Avenue in Winchester. A recent traffic stop in Warren County led deputy sheriffs to make several arrests and seize thousands of dollars worth of marijuana. The fifth annual Operation Valley View took place in five counties on Aug. 24. Ashley Marie Seal, 31, of Bunker Hill, West Virginia. If you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1558.
The Loudoun County man who set fire to a Toms Brook house in 2019 because he was angry over a Confederate flag being displayed must serve prison time for arson, although attempted murder charges were dropped in a plea deal. Our goal is to make the streets of our communities safer for our citizens and children. We will consider two submissions per writer per month. Comments are reviewed by moderators so they may not immediately John Paul Marshall, 39, of the 100 block of Gaylord Avenue in Clarke County. 1. The principal mission of the OCDETF program is to identify, disrupt, and dismantle the most serious drug trafficking organizations, transnational criminal organizations, and money laundering organizations that present a significant threat to the public safety, economic, or national security of the United States. Mary Margaret Renfro, 37, of Martinsburg, West Virginia There was an error processing your request. Front Royal police have arrested the man accused of brandishing a firearm on Monday afternoon and sparking a lockdown at an elementary school. One firearm was also seized in Page County. Authorities said Ethan Jackson, 26, and other ring members sold crack received from Florida in amounts of $50 to $250. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Kyle Flack, 37, of Camden, New Jersey Perry had no explanation for why some heroin dealers from Florida find their way to Winchester. The cases were investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, the Drug Enforcement Administration, and the Northwest Virginia Regional Drug Task Force, which includes The Winchester Police Department, Frederick County Sheriffs Department, Clarke County Sheriffs Department, Warren County Sheriffs Department, Town of Front Royal Police Department, Shenandoah County Sheriffs Department, the Page County Sheriffs Department, and the Virginia State Police. Holmes and Clark often had firearms with them during their drug trafficking activities. Strasburg police seek the publics help in solving a burglary at a town church. WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (WAVY) Two inmates at the Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail are facing new charges following a recent drug bust. Nied was charged with methamphetamine possession. MOUNT JACKSON A Rockingham County man surrendered to authorities Wednesday after a nearly 20-hour standoff that left some neighbors shocked. A Shenandoah County woman accused of stealing money from her mother who went missing last year can remain free on bond. HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WWBT) - A Chester man has been arrested after a DUI traffic stop on Interstate 95 led to a massive drug seizure of crack cocaine and marijuana, according to Virginia State Police. Police estimated that at least a kilo of heroin was allegedly distributed in the last couple of months by Christian through the coordinated involvement of the other defendants in the case. news@nvdaily.com. Three are also facing charges in an indictment involving a conspiracy to distribute one kilogram or more of a mixture and substance containing phencyclidine (PCP). This multi-agency, multi-state investigation shows there are no boundaries to getting dangerous criminals off the streets. They also found 18 firearms and $747,000. Charges include distribution of heroin, fentanyl, methamphetamine and cocaine, possession of explosives by a felon, and illegal storage of explosives. E.D. Photo: Grant County Sheriff Twitter. NEWPORT NEWS, Va. Twenty-six alleged members of a major drug trafficking ring operating throughout the Virginia Peninsula were charged in federal court today following coordinated arrests that began early this morning as part of an Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) operation dubbed Dragons Lair. These charges are the result of a federal, state and local law enforcement partnership working together to stem the tide of crime in the Roanoke Valley. On January 1, 2006, Alonzo Wilds was beaten on the head and face with a pistol by Andre Ferne Saint-Jean, while Mannot Lusca was present. About 60 to 75 officers were involved in making the arrests, said Harvey, who credited the cooperation among law-enforcement agencies, including the FBI, sheriffs offices in Berkeley, Jefferson and Morgan counties, the Martinsburg, Charles Town and Ranson police departments, the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the U.S. Five new Frederick County Sheriff's Office deputies hit the streets last week after graduating on Nov. 22 from the Skyline Regional Criminal Justice Academy in Middletown. The Shenandoah County Sheriffs Office is asking for the public's help in locating a man wanted on several charges and considered armed and dangerous. The Warren County Sheriffs Office detained a man Tuesday after a search that prompted school lockdowns for the second time in two days. "Without their dedication, this wouldn't be possible, and I'm very proud of them, and I'd like to thank them," Harvey said. photo with a Commentary if you like. A 30-year-old Frederick County man has been arrested and charged with Thursdays armed robbery of the Bank of Clarke County on Crock Wells Mill Drive. Christian A. An indictment is merely an accusation. Delivered every morning. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. Thank you for reading! "What we typically see is the users, the addicts here, travel (to the Baltimore area to get heroin)," Olack said. Ashley Lynn Hess, 31, of Inwood, West Virginia Updated Oct 6, 2022. The Eastern Panhandle Drug and Violent Crime Task Force began an investigation of Blunt and the distribution of heroin in Berkeley and Jefferson counties in December 2016, court records said. Officials say, as a result of the controlled purchases, approximately 203 grams of cocaine with a street value of $9,100 was seized by task force members. Braheem R. Sallie, 40, of Camden, New Jersey The Front Royal Police Department recently charged six people accused of playing roles in a scheme to redeem altered gaming tickets in town. In addition, three weapons, $2,590 in cash and two stolen license plates were recovered. Meadows was charged with morphine possession. There was an error processing your request. William Tines, 24, of the 1600 block of Braddock Street in Winchester. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. During the stop near Chamberlayne Avenue, Rivera seized five pounds of crack cocaine and 25 pounds of marijuana, according to a VSP tweet. For The Northern Virginia Daily, By Alex Bridges A man accused of stabbing his mothers boyfriend in Strasburg on Tuesday night is in the Berkeley County Sheriffs Office custody. The following have been arrested in recent weeks on similar federal charges as part of the same effort: Copyright 2022 WDBJ. The St. Lucie County, Florida Sheriffs Departments Special Investigations Unit, and the Ft. Pierce, Florida Police Departments Crime Suppression Unit and Gang Analyst also assisted in the case. ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. Rafael Velazquez-Bautista, 25, of Winchester, VA, was arrested and charged with distribution of a schedule I/ll controlled substance. Joseph, Titti, Volner, Almosse, Andre Ferne Saint-Jean and others would cook the powder cocaine into crack cocaine and then distribute the crack cocaine to other members of the conspiracy. Chance of rain 40%.. Mostly cloudy skies. Sign up today! MARTINSBURG, W.Va. At least 52 people in the Eastern Panhandle, including the alleged kingpin, have been charged in connection with a heroin Kaleah Scott, 39, of Winchester, Virginia |. Pedro Garcia Rondon, 33, of New York, New York According to the state police, officers seized $28,522 worth of street drugs, including 34.7 grams of marijuana, 426 doses of prescription medications, 113 grams of powder cocaine, 96.75 grams of crack cocaine, 27 grams of methamphetamine and 1.2 grams of heroin. Error! The operation led to charges being filed against 28 people in California, Georgia, Virginia and Tennessee for being members of a drug trafficking organization responsible for the distribution of large quantities of meth. The FBI remains committed to working with our partners and community members to address crime threats in these communities and hold criminals accountable. Officials: 4 arrested after investigation into cocaine trafficking organization. Blunt would meet with customers in large parking lots, gas stations or at their residences. A civil action seeking forfeiture to the government of 502 and 504 Kent Street, known as Cartwrights Recreation Center, was also filed in federal court Tuesday morning. WINCHESTER The names of residents from Winchester and the counties of Clarke and Frederick who were arrested in an annual regional drug bust have been released. In addition to Farris, to date, 26 members charged in the conspiracy have pleaded guilty or been found guilty, while one defendant remains a fugitive. The items seized in Winchester, Frederick and Clarke were 113 grams of powder cocaine, 96.5 grams of crack cocaine, one gram of heroin, 13 grams of marijuana, two oxycodone pills, three handguns and $2,000 in cash, according to Joseph Si Schiavone, a State Police supervisory special agent and Northwest Virginia Regional Drug and Gang Task Force member. SEP 12-- The DEA and other federal law enforcement officials announced today that 28 people have been indicted on charges related to an intricate web of cocaine distribution rings in the northern section of Winchester City called the Block.. The regional crime task force made dozens of arrests and seized $42,000 in illegal drugs last week. Due to a source's error, a March 25 story about an Eastern Panhandle heroin ring bust should not have listed the arrest of a Berkeley County man. Torrence Lamont Smith, 41, Roanoke- Possession of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute methamphetamine, possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, and illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon. Shaquan Omar Richardson, also known as Wave,24, Harpers Ferry, West Virginia A majority of those charged were taken into custody on Friday as a result of an investigation that spanned months, officials said. Twelve people are charged in a 44-count indictment involving a conspiracy to distribute 280 grams or more of cocaine base and 40 grams or more of fentanyl. Police seized about two ounces of crack and $373 from Jackson and a much larger amount of crack and money from a nearby hotel room registered to Robinson, Downes wrote. Rock Steady Boxing helps Parkinson's patients manage illness. Front Royal police say a man stabbed himself on Wednesday during a confrontation with officers that led authorities to lock down E. Wilson Morrison ElementarySchool during the incident. By Alex Bridges
Shawn Farris, 54, of Rancho Mirage, California, Sean Phillip Maidlow Sentenced to 25 years imprisonment, conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of meth, Lacey Cheri Weir Sentenced to 25 years imprisonment, conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of meth. Get our expert short-term forecast, summary of the weather details and news of any severe weather. Once inside the hotel, Clark pulled a black pistol from his waistband. Once in Winchester, Michel, Obenson Sesere, Tiffany Lee Sloane, Sheena Nicole Curry, and Howard Harrison Felix cooked the powder cocaine into crack cocaine and distributed it to other members of this conspiracy in the Winchester area. Blunt has been charged with at least 249 counts of drug distribution-related offenses in Berkeley and Jefferson counties, according to court records. A majority of those charged were taken into custody on Friday as a result of an investigation that spanned months, officials said. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. Heather Ashley Davis Sentenced to 10 years imprisonment, conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine. Published: Apr. Why are we praising him? Kevin Sharpe, 28, of the 100 block of East Cecil Street in Winchester. Jair Medina Gutierrez remains a fugitive. Thomas Mauney, 31, Roanoke- Distribution of heroin and fentanyl. Get our expert short-term forecast, summary of the weather details and news of any severe weather. Anthony Haynes, 32, Roanoke - Distribution of heroin, fentanyl, and cocaine. Several members of the conspiracy, including Adelson Michel, Mark Andre Fleurival, Jackson Milien, Tiffany Lee Sloane, and Robert Lee Scott, Jr., would possess or use firearms during their illegal drug transactions. Thomas R. Fishburn, 32, of Falling Waters, W.Va. John J. Hollingsworth, 31, of Martinsburg, Thomas Lebarron, Jr., 27, of no fixed address, Shane J. Manseau, 40, of no fixed address. Error! "But we're doing everything we can to combat it," she said. Delligatti said the arrests reflect the "huge problem" that heroin poses in the area. In a fourth indictment the Grand Jury has alleged that Jennifer Marie Holborn and Licois Fanfan conspired together to distribute 50 grams or more of cocaine base. The Clarke, Frederick and Winchester residents arrested were: Matthew Berg, 32, of the 100 block of Forrest Drive in Frederick County. Federal authorities used a Front Royal shopping center in an undercover sting targeting drug dealing and money laundering for a Mexican cartel. A Caroline County man arrested in an operation targeting online solicitation of minors received five years prison time on Friday. A Woodstock man is among 18 men who have been arrested and convicted on internet crimes against children charges. The police announced a major drug bust Wednesday in which they arrested 54 people and seized over 200 pounds of methamphetamine in West Virginia. appear. DEA official: Trucking records linked to major marijuana bust More than $30,000 in drugs were seized Friday by the Northwest Virginia Regional Drug and Gang Charles Arthur Perkins, Jr, 68, of Winchester, VA, was arrested and charged with possession with the intent to distribute a schedule I/ll controlled substance, possession of a firearm while in possession of a schedule I/ll controlled substance, and conspiracy. Ana B. Lopez, 20, of Camden, New Jersey During the operation, approximately 113 grams of Methamphetamine ($4,600), 9 grams of Heroin ($2,100), 34 grams of Cocaine ($3,400), 30 grams of Crack Cocaine ($3,000), 73 grams of MDMA ($7,300), 220 Doses of Prescription Medication ($1000) and 2 Marijuana plants and 230 grams of Marijuana ($4,800) were seized. According to the indictment, Adelson Michel was a major supplier of crack cocaine in the Winchester, Virginia area. Partly cloudy with isolated thunderstorms possible. Brianna Nicole Woodby Sentenced to 5 years imprisonment, conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine. It just seems weve shifted our focus to the drug thats killing people. Authorities on Friday caught a man wanted in a reported abduction after a two-day manhunt across Shenandoah and Rockingham counties. We all know the harm that narcotics trafficking causes to a community, which too often includes cycles of escalating violence, said United States Attorney Christopher R. Kavanaugh. Marshals Service. 28 people are charged in four separate indictments returned by a federal Grand Jury sitting in Charlottesville, Virginia. Anthony Dwayne Banks, 31, Roanoke- Distribution of methamphetamine and possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute. Saint-Jeans arrest resulted in the seizure of more than 5 grams of crack cocaine and $690 in United States currency. Investigators seized more than five grams of crack cocaine in plain sight from inside Cartwrights, and additional crack cocaine hidden on the property owned by Cartwrights. Ortiz was charged with possession of a controlled substance. From that point until March 12, officers monitored all communications by Blunt and others who used the cellphone for distributing heroin. SHENANDOAH COUNTY, Va. (WHSV) The Northwest Virginia Regional Drug and Gang Taskforce made more than 80 felony arrests in its eighth annual Operation Valley Venue last week in a drug sting. Manage your newsletter subscriptions in your user dashboard. Jenna Goodson, 29, of the 1700 block of Henry Avenue in Winchester. A recent traffic stop in Warren County led deputy sheriffs to make several arrests and seize thousands of dollars worth of marijuana. The fifth annual Operation Valley View took place in five counties on Aug. 24. Ashley Marie Seal, 31, of Bunker Hill, West Virginia. If you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1558. The Loudoun County man who set fire to a Toms Brook house in 2019 because he was angry over a Confederate flag being displayed must serve prison time for arson, although attempted murder charges were dropped in a plea deal. Our goal is to make the streets of our communities safer for our citizens and children. We will consider two submissions per writer per month. Comments are reviewed by moderators so they may not immediately John Paul Marshall, 39, of the 100 block of Gaylord Avenue in Clarke County. 1. The principal mission of the OCDETF program is to identify, disrupt, and dismantle the most serious drug trafficking organizations, transnational criminal organizations, and money laundering organizations that present a significant threat to the public safety, economic, or national security of the United States. Mary Margaret Renfro, 37, of Martinsburg, West Virginia There was an error processing your request. Front Royal police have arrested the man accused of brandishing a firearm on Monday afternoon and sparking a lockdown at an elementary school. One firearm was also seized in Page County. Authorities said Ethan Jackson, 26, and other ring members sold crack received from Florida in amounts of $50 to $250. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Kyle Flack, 37, of Camden, New Jersey Perry had no explanation for why some heroin dealers from Florida find their way to Winchester. The cases were investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, the Drug Enforcement Administration, and the Northwest Virginia Regional Drug Task Force, which includes The Winchester Police Department, Frederick County Sheriffs Department, Clarke County Sheriffs Department, Warren County Sheriffs Department, Town of Front Royal Police Department, Shenandoah County Sheriffs Department, the Page County Sheriffs Department, and the Virginia State Police. Holmes and Clark often had firearms with them during their drug trafficking activities. Strasburg police seek the publics help in solving a burglary at a town church. WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (WAVY) Two inmates at the Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail are facing new charges following a recent drug bust. Nied was charged with methamphetamine possession. MOUNT JACKSON A Rockingham County man surrendered to authorities Wednesday after a nearly 20-hour standoff that left some neighbors shocked. A Shenandoah County woman accused of stealing money from her mother who went missing last year can remain free on bond. HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WWBT) - A Chester man has been arrested after a DUI traffic stop on Interstate 95 led to a massive drug seizure of crack cocaine and marijuana, according to Virginia State Police. Police estimated that at least a kilo of heroin was allegedly distributed in the last couple of months by Christian through the coordinated involvement of the other defendants in the case. news@nvdaily.com. Three are also facing charges in an indictment involving a conspiracy to distribute one kilogram or more of a mixture and substance containing phencyclidine (PCP). This multi-agency, multi-state investigation shows there are no boundaries to getting dangerous criminals off the streets. They also found 18 firearms and $747,000. Charges include distribution of heroin, fentanyl, methamphetamine and cocaine, possession of explosives by a felon, and illegal storage of explosives. E.D. Photo: Grant County Sheriff Twitter. NEWPORT NEWS, Va. Twenty-six alleged members of a major drug trafficking ring operating throughout the Virginia Peninsula were charged in federal court today following coordinated arrests that began early this morning as part of an Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) operation dubbed Dragons Lair. These charges are the result of a federal, state and local law enforcement partnership working together to stem the tide of crime in the Roanoke Valley. On January 1, 2006, Alonzo Wilds was beaten on the head and face with a pistol by Andre Ferne Saint-Jean, while Mannot Lusca was present. About 60 to 75 officers were involved in making the arrests, said Harvey, who credited the cooperation among law-enforcement agencies, including the FBI, sheriffs offices in Berkeley, Jefferson and Morgan counties, the Martinsburg, Charles Town and Ranson police departments, the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the U.S. Five new Frederick County Sheriff's Office deputies hit the streets last week after graduating on Nov. 22 from the Skyline Regional Criminal Justice Academy in Middletown. The Shenandoah County Sheriffs Office is asking for the public's help in locating a man wanted on several charges and considered armed and dangerous. The Warren County Sheriffs Office detained a man Tuesday after a search that prompted school lockdowns for the second time in two days. "Without their dedication, this wouldn't be possible, and I'm very proud of them, and I'd like to thank them," Harvey said. photo with a Commentary if you like. A 30-year-old Frederick County man has been arrested and charged with Thursdays armed robbery of the Bank of Clarke County on Crock Wells Mill Drive. Christian A. An indictment is merely an accusation. Delivered every morning. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. Thank you for reading! "What we typically see is the users, the addicts here, travel (to the Baltimore area to get heroin)," Olack said. Ashley Lynn Hess, 31, of Inwood, West Virginia Updated Oct 6, 2022. The Eastern Panhandle Drug and Violent Crime Task Force began an investigation of Blunt and the distribution of heroin in Berkeley and Jefferson counties in December 2016, court records said. Officials say, as a result of the controlled purchases, approximately 203 grams of cocaine with a street value of $9,100 was seized by task force members. Braheem R. Sallie, 40, of Camden, New Jersey The Front Royal Police Department recently charged six people accused of playing roles in a scheme to redeem altered gaming tickets in town. In addition, three weapons, $2,590 in cash and two stolen license plates were recovered. Meadows was charged with morphine possession. There was an error processing your request. William Tines, 24, of the 1600 block of Braddock Street in Winchester. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. During the stop near Chamberlayne Avenue, Rivera seized five pounds of crack cocaine and 25 pounds of marijuana, according to a VSP tweet. For The Northern Virginia Daily, By Alex Bridges A man accused of stabbing his mothers boyfriend in Strasburg on Tuesday night is in the Berkeley County Sheriffs Office custody. The following have been arrested in recent weeks on similar federal charges as part of the same effort: Copyright 2022 WDBJ. The St. Lucie County, Florida Sheriffs Departments Special Investigations Unit, and the Ft. Pierce, Florida Police Departments Crime Suppression Unit and Gang Analyst also assisted in the case. ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. Rafael Velazquez-Bautista, 25, of Winchester, VA, was arrested and charged with distribution of a schedule I/ll controlled substance. Joseph, Titti, Volner, Almosse, Andre Ferne Saint-Jean and others would cook the powder cocaine into crack cocaine and then distribute the crack cocaine to other members of the conspiracy. Chance of rain 40%.. Mostly cloudy skies. Sign up today! MARTINSBURG, W.Va. At least 52 people in the Eastern Panhandle, including the alleged kingpin, have been charged in connection with a heroin Kaleah Scott, 39, of Winchester, Virginia |. Pedro Garcia Rondon, 33, of New York, New York According to the state police, officers seized $28,522 worth of street drugs, including 34.7 grams of marijuana, 426 doses of prescription medications, 113 grams of powder cocaine, 96.75 grams of crack cocaine, 27 grams of methamphetamine and 1.2 grams of heroin. Error! The operation led to charges being filed against 28 people in California, Georgia, Virginia and Tennessee for being members of a drug trafficking organization responsible for the distribution of large quantities of meth. The FBI remains committed to working with our partners and community members to address crime threats in these communities and hold criminals accountable. Officials: 4 arrested after investigation into cocaine trafficking organization. Blunt would meet with customers in large parking lots, gas stations or at their residences. A civil action seeking forfeiture to the government of 502 and 504 Kent Street, known as Cartwrights Recreation Center, was also filed in federal court Tuesday morning. WINCHESTER The names of residents from Winchester and the counties of Clarke and Frederick who were arrested in an annual regional drug bust have been released. In addition to Farris, to date, 26 members charged in the conspiracy have pleaded guilty or been found guilty, while one defendant remains a fugitive. The items seized in Winchester, Frederick and Clarke were 113 grams of powder cocaine, 96.5 grams of crack cocaine, one gram of heroin, 13 grams of marijuana, two oxycodone pills, three handguns and $2,000 in cash, according to Joseph Si Schiavone, a State Police supervisory special agent and Northwest Virginia Regional Drug and Gang Task Force member. SEP 12-- The DEA and other federal law enforcement officials announced today that 28 people have been indicted on charges related to an intricate web of cocaine distribution rings in the northern section of Winchester City called the Block.. The regional crime task force made dozens of arrests and seized $42,000 in illegal drugs last week. Due to a source's error, a March 25 story about an Eastern Panhandle heroin ring bust should not have listed the arrest of a Berkeley County man. Torrence Lamont Smith, 41, Roanoke- Possession of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute methamphetamine, possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, and illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon. Shaquan Omar Richardson, also known as Wave,24, Harpers Ferry, West Virginia A majority of those charged were taken into custody on Friday as a result of an investigation that spanned months, officials said. Twelve people are charged in a 44-count indictment involving a conspiracy to distribute 280 grams or more of cocaine base and 40 grams or more of fentanyl. Police seized about two ounces of crack and $373 from Jackson and a much larger amount of crack and money from a nearby hotel room registered to Robinson, Downes wrote. Rock Steady Boxing helps Parkinson's patients manage illness. Front Royal police say a man stabbed himself on Wednesday during a confrontation with officers that led authorities to lock down E. Wilson Morrison ElementarySchool during the incident. By Alex Bridges