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Rockland County District Attorney’s Narcotics Task Force Bust Nets Guns, Drugs, and Money

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Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II announced the execution of two search warrants in a drug investigation coordinated by the Rockland County District Attorney’s Drug Task Force. The three (3) month long investigation netted four (4) handguns, large amounts of narcotics and more than $19,000 in cash.

The narcotics task force initiated this case in September and has been working with multiple police agencies throughout Rockland County since its inception. As a result of the investigation, two search warrants were executed yesterday in the Town of Haverstraw and within the Town of Clarkstown. Based upon the safety concerns executing these high risk search warrants it was deemed essential to utilize the Clarkstown Critical Incident Response Team and the Rockland County REACT team for the respective locations. These highly trained and professional teams were able to execute both of these high risk warrants without injury to anyone involved.

Rashaad Harcum, 32, of Central Nyack, NY, was taken into custody at the site of the second search warrant and his residence. A search of the residence revealed: four loaded handguns, approximately 20 grams of cocaine, approximately 16.4 grams of heroin and $19,708.00 in United States Currency. Harcum was charged with Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance 3rd (felony), Criminal Possession of Firearm 3rd and 4th (felony) and Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance 3rd (felony). Rashaad Harcum was arraigned before Town of Clarkstown Justice Court Judge David Ascher who set $10,000.00 bail. He has a return court date of January 22, 2021.

According to District Attorney Walsh, “More arrests are imminent.”

The Rockland County District Attorney’s Drug Task Force consists of members of the DA’s Office as well as, police officers from the Clarkstown Police Department, Orangetown Police Department, and Haverstraw Police Department. The District Attorney would like to thank Supervisor George Hoehmann (Town of Clarkstown), Supervisor Teresa Kenny(Town of Orangetown), Supervisor Phillips (Town of Haverstraw) for allowing police officers from their respective Towns to join this Countywide taskforce.

Rockland County District Attorney Tom Walsh said: “Today was a prime example of the great police work from our law enforcement partners in Rockland County. This investigations demonstrates how a united front can produce great results in combatting drug sales and removing dangerous firearms from our streets here in Rockland. I thank all of the Police Departments and Town officials who ensure that we operate as a cohesive unit.

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Stony Point Police Department Needs Your Help in Identifying This Individual

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April 11, 2025

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Stony Point Police needs your help – this incident occurred on 4/10/25 in the Town of Stony Point, NY and we are asking for your assistance in identifying this individual in regards to a theft investigation. If you have any information, please contact the Stony Point Police at 845-786-2422. Or- if YOU ARE this person – please stop by the Stony Point Police station so we may try to speak with you. Thank you.

 

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Rockland County Teams with NYS Police to Take Down Online Child Traffickers in Bold Operation

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April 10, 2025

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In a coordinated effort, the New York State Police, along with the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office and the Town of Ramapo Police Department, carried out a successful undercover operation aimed at combating online child exploitation. Conducted over the course of several days, the operation led to the identification and arrest of several individuals involved in illegal activities related to child trafficking and exploitation.

Specialized Investigators used advanced cyber tools and techniques to infiltrate online platforms commonly used to facilitate these crimes. Through these efforts, they were able to track down suspects attempting to exploit minors online and lure them into in-person meetings.

As a result of the operation, the following six individuals were arrested and charged with various offenses. A historical investigation will continue into each of these individuals that were exposed during this investigation.

 

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Jose B. Tombriz-Ixquiactap, age 28, of Monticello, NY

  • Attempted Rape 1st, a Class C Felony
  • Attempted Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a Class B Misdemeanor

Remanded to the Rockland County Jail in lieu of $50,000 cash, $100,000 bond, $150,000 partially secured bond and ordered to appear in Montebello Village Court on April 11, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.

 

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Yessachar D. Klahr, age 51, of Monsey, NY

  • Attempted Rape 1st, a Class C Felony
  • Attempted Patronizing for Prostitution 3rd, a Class A Misdemeanor
  • Attempted Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a Class B Misdemeanor

Remanded to the Rockland County Jail in lieu of $7,500 cash, $15,000 bond, $30,000 partially secured bond and ordered to appear in Montebello Village Court on April 11, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.

 

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Adrian Rosas, age 33, of Stony Point, NY

  • Attempted Rape 1st, a Class C Felony
  • Endangering The Welfare of a Child, a Class B Misdemeanor

Remanded to the Rockland County Jail in lieu of $50,000 cash, $20,000 bond, $30,000 partially secured bond and ordered to appear in Montebello Village Court on April 11, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.

 

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Diego Patricio D. Pachar Corte, age 38, of Cortlandt Manor, NY

  • Attempted Rape 2nd, a Class D Felony
  • Attempted Disseminating Indent Material to Minors 1st, a Class E Felony
  • Attempted Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a Class B Misdemeanor

Remanded to the Rockland County Jail in lieu of $50,000 cash, $100,000 bond, $150,000 partially secured bond and ordered to appear in Montebello Village Court on April 11, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.

 

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Nayib J. Valdivia, age 33, of Ossining, NY

  • Attempted Disseminating Indent Material to Minors 1st, a Class E Felony
  • Attempted Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a Class B Misdemeanor

Remanded to the Rockland County Jail in lieu of $50,000 cash, $100,000 bond, $150,000 partially secured bond and ordered to appear in Montebello Village Court on April 11, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.

 

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Carl W. Ellis, age 55, Maplewood, NJ

  • Attempted Rape 2nd, a Class D Felony
  • Attempted Disseminating Indecent Material to Minors 1st, a Class E Felony
  • Attempted Endangering the Welfare of a Child, a Class B Misdemeanor
  • Criminal Possession Controlled Substance 7th, a Class A Misdemeanor

Remanded to the Rockland County Jail in lieu of $50,000 cash, $100,000 bond, $150,000 partially secured bond and ordered to appear in Montebello Village Court on April 11, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.

It should be noted that a criminal complaint is merely an accusation, and a defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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