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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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New York State Police Issue Over 12,000 Tickets During Memorial Day Weekend Enforcement Campaign

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May 28, 2025

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ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – The New York State Police announced that a total of 12,062 tickets were issued statewide during the 2025 Memorial Day Weekend traffic enforcement campaign, marking a significant increase in citations compared to last year. The special enforcement period ran from Friday, May 23 through Monday, May 26, 2025, and was part of an annual effort to keep roads safe during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.

The initiative, partially funded by the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, included sobriety checkpoints, increased DWI patrols, and targeted enforcement against distracted driving and other dangerous behaviors.
Enforcement Results: DWI Arrests and Traffic Violations

During the four-day period, 245 drivers were arrested for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). Troopers also responded to 774 motor vehicle crashes, including three fatal accidents.

Key violations during the 2025 Memorial Day crackdown included:

Speeding: 3,472 tickets

Distracted Driving: 393 tickets

Seatbelt Violations: 1,660 tickets

Move Over Law Violations: 225 tickets

These figures show a notable increase from the 2024 Memorial Day Weekend enforcement, during which 10,949 total tickets were issued and 225 DWI arrests were made.
A Message of Road Safety and Responsibility

The New York State Police emphasized that these enforcement efforts are vital to protecting drivers and passengers during high-traffic holiday periods.

Below is a breakdown of violations by troop:

Officials encourage drivers to always wear seatbelts, avoid distractions, respect speed limits, and never drive under the influence.

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A Day In The Life of Ramapo Police Officers

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May 21, 2025

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Over the past 24 hours, Ramapo Police Officers have remained hard at work, responding to calls for service, enforcing traffic laws, and actively engaging with our community. Here’s a look at the highlights from another demanding day in public safety.

Traffic Enforcement & Public Safety

Our continued efforts to maintain roadway safety led to several enforcement actions:

  • Three motorists were cited for operating vehicles with suspended registrations.

  • Three drivers were stopped and cited for driving with suspended licenses.

These proactive measures are part of our ongoing commitment to keeping our roadways safe for all.

Arrests and Enforcement Actions

Officers made several arrests in connection with a variety of incidents:

  • Two individuals were taken into custody on active warrants. Both were later released on their own recognizance.

  • One arrest was made in a domestic incident for violating an Order of Protection. The individual was also released on recognizance.

  • An additional arrest was made for an open container violation, a part of our continued focus on quality-of-life enforcement throughout the Town of Ramapo.

Major Incident: Armed Robbery

A significant and violent incident occurred involving an armed robbery at the end of a residential driveway. During the altercation, the victim was pistol-whipped as they attempted to retain possession of a firearm. The suspect ultimately fled the scene with a substantial amount of cash. The victim sustained injuries and was treated at the scene.

Ramapo Police Officers and Detectives responded immediately and initiated a collaborative investigation with the New York State Police . Through coordinated efforts, a suspect was identified and located within hours.

A 42-year-old male from Middletown, NY was taken into custody and formally charged with:

  • Robbery in the First Degree

  • Assault in the Second Degree

  • Criminal Use of a Firearm in the First Degree

  • Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree

  • Menacing in the Second Degree

The suspect is currently being processed at Ramapo Police Headquarters. Arraignment is expected later today at Hillburn Justice Court.

Our officers remain dedicated to serving and protecting the residents of Ramapo. We thank the community for its continued support and vigilance.

Ramapo Police Department

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