Several drug traffickers arrested in Boston

ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – This morning, a small black bear was reported along the border between Robbinsville Township (Windsor area) and West Windsor Township. The Robbinsville Township Police Department notified NJDEP Fish & Wildlife of the sighting.

Residents are asked to report any bear sightings to NJDEP Fish & Wildlife at 877-927-6337. For urgent wildlife questions, the public can contact the Robbinsville Police Department directly at 609-259-3900.

YONKERS, NY – The Yonkers Police Department and Yonkers Fire Department are currently responding to a partial building collapse at 9 North Broadway. Emergency crews are actively working to evacuate occupants and assess the structural integrity of the remaining building.

As part of emergency measures, several roads in the area were closed to traffic. North Broadway is closed from Main Street to Manor House Square, and Main Street is closed from Palisade Avenue to Warburton Avenue. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.

Closures are in effect until further notice as rescue operations continue. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – Rockland County Prosecutor Thomas E. Walsh II announced the arrests of four individuals and the indictments of five companies following an extensive year-long investigation into local smoke shops. This operation was conducted in partnership with federal, state and local law enforcement.

On March 4, authorities executed search warrants at seven locations in Rockland County, including two smoke shops each in the towns of Clarkstown and Orangetown, one in the village of Suffern, and additional locations at another business and a private residence in Clarkstown. These searches resulted in the seizure of more than $400,000 and more than 170 pounds of cannabis from five Zava brand stores, none of which held a license to sell cannabis in New York State.

The arrested individuals, Ibrahim Alfalahi, Abdo Alquhshi, Sadek Alfalahi and Fateh Ahmed Alhajjaji, all face charges of criminal tax evasion. Notably, Ibrahim Alfalahi faces one count of third-degree criminal tax fraud and five counts of second-degree criminal tax fraud.

Additionally, five companies operating under the Zava brand in different locations throughout Rockland County are charged with second-degree criminal tax fraud.

The investigation initially began following allegations that these smoke shops were selling cannabis to minors. This investigation then expanded to uncover significant tax irregularities associated with these companies. District Attorney Walsh highlighted the commitment to legal business operations in Rockland County and praised the collaborative efforts of Homeland Security Investigations, the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, the Bureau Cannabis Management and local police departments from Clarkstown, Orangetown and Suffern for their roles in this investigation.

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BOSTON, MA – Three suspects were arrested on drug charges following an ongoing investigation by the Boston Police Drug Enforcement Units. The arrests took place around 10:40 a.m. Thursday in Boston. Arrested were Jansel Castillo, 24, of Roslindale, Luimi Mejia German, 24, of Dorchester, and Juan Mota, 24, of Jamaica Plain.

While executing search warrants in the Roslindale, South End and Allston/Brighton districts, police recovered 83 grams of Fentanyl, $383 in cash, as well as items typically used in drug trafficking, such as plastic bags, a digital scale and cutting agents. The search targeted a location located at 4347 Washington Street.

All those arrested face charges of trafficking in Class A substances and possession with intent to distribute Class A substances. Additional Class A distribution charges were imposed on Castillo and Mota.

The suspects are expected to be arraigned in West Roxbury District Court. The police operation highlights a significant effort to curb drug trafficking activities within the community.

DUNDALK, MD – The Baltimore County Police Department has issued an urgent appeal for help in locating a missing 6-year-old child, Marcel Traoren, last seen today around 4:50 a.m. in the Dundalk area. Marcel is non-verbal, which adds a critical level of urgency to search efforts.

Marcel is four feet tall and weighs approximately 44 pounds. He was last seen wearing a gray/green shirt and gray shorts. Authorities are appealing to the public for any information that could help locate him.

Anyone with information on Marcel's whereabouts is asked to immediately contact Baltimore County Police at 410-887-7320.

BALTIMORE, MD – The Baltimore Police Department reported a successful arrest following an armed robbery that occurred around 7:57 a.m. Tuesday in the Northwest District. The incident took place at a business located in the 1800 block of Bloomingdale Road.

Upon arrival, police were informed by a complainant that he had been physically assaulted and robbed by an unidentified woman. The suspect, a 46-year-old woman, was quickly arrested by the police on site.

Following her arrest, the suspect was transported to the Central Booking Center, where she was charged based on the seriousness of the offenses committed during the incident.

Police have not yet released the woman's name.