Oswego Man Charged With Possession Of Drugs

OSWEGO, NY – On June 4, at about 6:13 p.m. Oswego Police executed a search warrant at 91 E. Sixth St., Lower-Rear Apartment.

During the search, police discovered approximately 4.7 grams of cocaine (valued at approximately $300) and 42 grams of marijuana (valued at approximately $420).

Oswego Police subsequently arrested 23-year-old Brandon R. Smith of that address.

Smith was later arraigned in Oswego City Court on charges of:

• Fourth-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance (Class C felony)

• Fifth-degree criminal possession of marijuana (Class B misdemeanor)

Upon arraignment, Smith was remanded to Oswego County Jail in lieu of $1,000 bail / $2,000 bail bond.

He was to return to court June 8.

“The execution of the search warrant and subsequent arrest of the defendant is indicative of the on-going investigative work being conducted by our officers and investigators,” said Mike Dehm, police chief. “I would like to credit all of them with a job well done. I would also like to remind our citizens that they are they are encouraged to notify the Oswego Police Department of suspicious or criminal activity by contacting our anonymous Drug / Crime Tip Line: 315-342-8131, or by e-mail: [email protected]”

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