Philip Pietrunti, a retired NYPD detective, was arrested in a drug trafficking case that involved transporting narcotics from Manhattan to Staten Island. Along with three others, he faces serious charges after a six-month investigation led to the discovery of firearms and various illegal drugs at their homes. Pietrunti, who has a previous criminal record, was arraigned with bail set at $100,000. The operation allegedly involved significant quantities of fentanyl and other narcotics.
Key facts
- Philip Pietrunti, 60, is a retired NYPD detective arrested for drug trafficking.
- Authorities found 13 unlicensed firearms in Pietrunti's home.
- The operation involved transporting narcotics from Manhattan to Staten Island.
- Bail for Pietrunti was set at $100,000; Shanta Sawyer's bail was $250,000.
- The arrests followed a six-month wiretap investigation.
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