SURVEILLANCE GEAR WILL ENHANCE DRUG PROBES

The New Paltz Police Department recently received nearly $10,000 worth
of new crime-fighting surveillance equipment that will hit the streets
immediately.

"It's no secret. The drug dealers already know we have more
equipment," Detective David Dugatkin said.

"The equipment will enhance our investigations and deter crime, and
for more than just drug cases," Dugatkin said.

The surveillance apparatus was purchased through District Attorney Don
Williams' drug seizure program. The program seizes assets from drug
dealers previously convicted in Ulster County.

The Village of Ellenville Police Department received a similar
equipment donation this spring.