New York State Police K-9 assists in drug bust

New York State Police K-9 Moran helped seize 4 kilograms of cocaine.

News 12 Staff

Feb 7, 2024, 1:37 AM

Updated 279 days ago

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Four kilograms of cocaine were seized in a Sullivan County drug bust Monday evening on Route 17 in the town of Rockland.
New York State Police observed a vehicle violating several traffic laws. Troopers stopped the vehicle, and after interviewing the driver began conducting a search.
Police discovered a hidden compartment in the glovebox of the vehicle, with the assistance of K-9 Moran.
The driver, Fernando Rojas-Urena, was arrested for criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell and was remanded to Sullivan County Jail without bail.