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Federal Crackdown: 12 Arrested in East Harlem Drug Market

12/21/2025

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U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton announced the arrest of 12 men tied to an open-air drug market in East Harlem's public housing.
This action reflects intensified federal efforts against violent crime and drug offenses in New York City.
Clayton seeks tougher pre-trial detention by leveraging federal courts to bolster community safety.
He cites the fentanyl crisis and street crime as factors harming tourism and business, while planning public corruption probes.

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U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton announced the arrest of 12 men tied to an open-air drug market in East Harlem's public housing.
This action reflects intensified federal efforts against violent crime and drug offenses in New York City.
Clayton seeks tougher pre-trial detention by leveraging federal courts to bolster community safety.
He cites the fentanyl crisis and street crime as factors harming tourism and business, while planning public corruption probes.