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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Yahoo
Lansing police arrest 9 during drug investigation Tuesday night
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Lansing police are now confirming officers made nine arrests during what was called a 'drug investigation' Tuesday night on the 1500 block of South Pennsylvania. At this time, police are not releasing the names of those they arrested or what charges they might be facing other than 'drug-related charges.' Tuesday night, 6 News saw dozens of officers from both the Lansing Police Department and Michigan State Police at the home and saw them detain three people. Lansing police did arrest a man matching the description of a man wanted on a bench warrant for failure to appear in court for a previous misdemeanor, court documents show. According to a court document obtained by 6 News, officers were watching the home on the corner of Pennsylvania and Baker 'in an undercover capacity' when they recognized Paul Mollett. Mollett is identified as the man wanted on the outstanding warrant. Mollett was seen riding a bike near the intersection of Christiancy St & Linval St, which is about half a mile from the home on Pennsylvania, according to documents. Police made contact and arrested Mollett and took him to the Lansing jail on the warrant. During what police called a 'prisoner search,' officers say they found a white bag in a jacket pocket. In the court document, police say inside the bag was .08 grams of meth. It was identified through a TruNarc test, according to police. Mollett was scheduled to be arraigned in district court Wednesday afternoon. The house in question on Pennsylvania has two apartments inside, one on the first floor and one on the second floor. 6 News observed that all the windows on the first-floor apartment had blackout curtains, and by Wednesday afternoon, both of the apartments were red-tagged by code compliance officials. City records reveal that the rental certification for the address expired on March 15, 2025. After police left the scene, at least half a dozen people entered the second-floor apartment of the building. A spokesperson with the Lansing Police Department tells 6 News that this was not part of an investigation into human trafficking or any specific missing person. Neighbors told 6 News the house saw a lot of traffic at all hours of the day, foot and vehicle, and that many loud noises have come from the property. One neighbor said they witnessed two men fighting with 'machetes.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Thermo Fisher Scientific Introduces Next Generation TruNarc Handheld Narcotics Analyzers to Support Public Safety
Devices identify more than 1,200 substances such as fentanyl and methamphetamine in seconds while accurately differentiating other high-risk materials WALTHAM, Mass., May 22, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, today introduced the Thermo Scientific™ TruNarc™ Delta and Tau Handheld Narcotics Analyzers* to help communities combat known and emerging narcotics and illicit substances. With touchless technology and an expanded chemical library, the user-friendly devices empower frontline law enforcement officials to identify more than 1,200 substances in the field, including stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens and analgesics – even at low concentrations or in mixtures – in seconds.** Drug overdoses, particularly due to the illicit use of opioids such as fentanyl and methamphetamines, claim the lives of more than 100,000 people in the United States alone each year. Law enforcement officials, in particular, face an increased risk of unintentional exposure and challenges with accurately identifying dangerous substances in the field. The TruNarc analyzers enable law enforcement officials to test substances they seize from a safe distance, helping them stop the flow of drugs across borders and keep narcotics off the streets. "For nearly a decade, the first generation TruNarc analyzer has been an integral part of our operations and is essential in our fight against the drug epidemic," said Brian Coen, drug unit detective at the Quincy Police Department in Massachusetts. "With so many emerging drugs entering our communities, it is imperative to know what we are dealing with right away. With rapid, on-the-spot identification, we can trigger the appropriate response – whether it's making an arrest, leveraging results in criminal proceedings or directing people to relevant rehabilitation programs." Manufactured in Tewksbury, Mass., the new TruNarc analyzers build on the first generation with an updated industrial design, improved and modernized user interface, and performance enhancements that enable faster results. Automated record keeping generates documentation with complete scan data, including time-and-date stamps, to expedite prosecution and secure legal integrity. As drug substances continue to evolve and become harder to identify, the on-device chemical library of the TruNarc analyzer is updated regularly to keep pace with new and emerging illicit drug threats. "Since we first introduced the TruNarc analyzer, we've earned the trust of law enforcement officials through reliable performance and proven results," said Richard McCartney, president of chemical analysis at Thermo Fisher Scientific. "As the opioid crisis persists, there's a clear need for enhanced tools that better support public safety. By building on our proven technology, we are equipping those in the field with lab-quality tools that are durable enough to be used in a variety of environments." Law enforcement agencies in all 50 states and in more than 50 countries have adopted the TruNarc analyzer since its introduction to the market in 2012. To learn more about the new TruNarc analyzers, please visit: * The TruNarc Delta Narcotics Analyzer is designed for use within the United States. The TruNarc Tau Narcotics Analyzer is available globally. Both models offer the same trusted performance but are tailored to meet global export requirements. ** Low concentration mixtures may require additional preparation time and the use of a Type H2 test kit to analyze illicit compounds. About Thermo Fisher ScientificThermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue over $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. For more information, please visit View source version on Contacts Media Contact Information:Jesse Stivender, Thermo Fisher Jessika Parry, Greenough419-266-4016jparry@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
22-05-2025
- Health
- Business Wire
Thermo Fisher Scientific Introduces Next Generation TruNarc Handheld Narcotics Analyzers to Support Public Safety
WALTHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, today introduced the Thermo Scientific™ TruNarc™ Delta and Tau Handheld Narcotics Analyzers* to help communities combat known and emerging narcotics and illicit substances. With touchless technology and an expanded chemical library, the user-friendly devices empower frontline law enforcement officials to identify more than 1,200 substances in the field, including stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens and analgesics – even at low concentrations or in mixtures – in seconds.** As drug substances continue to evolve and become harder to identify, the on-device chemical library of the TruNarc analyzer is updated regularly to keep pace with new and emerging illicit drug threats. Share Drug overdoses, particularly due to the illicit use of opioids such as fentanyl and methamphetamines, claim the lives of more than 100,000 people in the United States alone each year. Law enforcement officials, in particular, face an increased risk of unintentional exposure and challenges with accurately identifying dangerous substances in the field. The TruNarc analyzers enable law enforcement officials to test substances they seize from a safe distance, helping them stop the flow of drugs across borders and keep narcotics off the streets. 'For nearly a decade, the first generation TruNarc analyzer has been an integral part of our operations and is essential in our fight against the drug epidemic,' said Brian Coen, drug unit detective at the Quincy Police Department in Massachusetts. 'With so many emerging drugs entering our communities, it is imperative to know what we are dealing with right away. With rapid, on-the-spot identification, we can trigger the appropriate response – whether it's making an arrest, leveraging results in criminal proceedings or directing people to relevant rehabilitation programs.' Manufactured in Tewksbury, Mass., the new TruNarc analyzers build on the first generation with an updated industrial design, improved and modernized user interface, and performance enhancements that enable faster results. Automated record keeping generates documentation with complete scan data, including time-and-date stamps, to expedite prosecution and secure legal integrity. As drug substances continue to evolve and become harder to identify, the on-device chemical library of the TruNarc analyzer is updated regularly to keep pace with new and emerging illicit drug threats. 'Since we first introduced the TruNarc analyzer, we've earned the trust of law enforcement officials through reliable performance and proven results,' said Richard McCartney, president of chemical analysis at Thermo Fisher Scientific. 'As the opioid crisis persists, there's a clear need for enhanced tools that better support public safety. By building on our proven technology, we are equipping those in the field with lab-quality tools that are durable enough to be used in a variety of environments.' Law enforcement agencies in all 50 states and in more than 50 countries have adopted the TruNarc analyzer since its introduction to the market in 2012. To learn more about the new TruNarc analyzers, please visit: * The TruNarc Delta Narcotics Analyzer is designed for use within the United States. The TruNarc Tau Narcotics Analyzer is available globally. Both models offer the same trusted performance but are tailored to meet global export requirements. ** Low concentration mixtures may require additional preparation time and the use of a Type H2 test kit to analyze illicit compounds. About Thermo Fisher Scientific Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue over $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. For more information, please visit
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Yahoo
Donation combats illicit narcotic trafficking
SPRINGFIELD — A decade-long effort to curb illicit drug trafficking in the region was recently buttressed by an investment in new equipment. Hampden County District Attorney Anthony Gulluni announced at a press conference on May 12 that his office and the State Police have received a $285,000 donation from the Massachusetts National Guard's counterdrug program to help combat transnational criminal organizations, violent gangs and other drug trafficking organizations in the area. Among the new equipment funded by the donation are a gray key — a tool for mobile devices that extracts critical information in narcotics investigations — and TruNarc, which is used for rapid analysis and identification of dangerous narcotics. It also funds a Cellebrite to help manage and organize data from mobile devices in narcotics investigations or prosecutions; as well as a handheld backscatter, which detects narcotics and other contraband through X-ray imagery in homes or vehicles. Additionally, the money finances an MX 908 drug analyzer for 'highly accurate' and 'more sensitive' analysis of dangerous drugs, even in trace amounts. In his remarks to the press, Gulluni said the new equipment will be accessible to his office's task forces, as well as local and state law enforcement. 'The danger of illicit narcotics to our communities has not abated,' Gulluni said. 'As drug dealers and traffickers adopt new methods and acquire new ways to infiltrate our communities, we must stay ahead of them and similarly continue to adapt and evolve our methods of investigation and interdiction.' Investment in new equipment comes at a time when the number of opioid-related fatal overdoses across the state has remained steady over the past several years. According to Gulluni, Massachusetts experienced between 2,100 to 2,300 opioid-related fatal overdoses over the last few years, and Hampden County specifically has seen an increase in recent years. In 2015, Gulluni's office signed a memorandum of understanding with the state's National Guard to tackle drug trafficking problems that are exacerbating the opioid crisis. The partnership was renewed in 2018. 'I have said many times, we have to aid and support those suffering from the disease of addiction, but we must also simultaneously deter and arrest those who profit from it,' Gulluni said. The National Guard's counterdrug program has helped law enforcement in each state combat illicit drug trafficking since its inception in 1989, according to Gary Keefe, adjutant general of the Massachusetts National Guard. 'We in the guard, we look at these drugs now as weapons,' Keefe said. 'We're very proud to do what we can to continue to support the mission of getting rid of this and making sure that Hampden County and the neighborhoods in Hampden County are safer places for people to live and raise families.' Gulluni mentioned that the National Guard's global reach is 'a huge aspect of assistance' on his office's work in the realm of 'bigger narcotics investigations.' As part of the program, the guard has assigned specialized personnel to support both the Hampden DA's SAFE Narcotics Task Force and the State Police's Commonwealth Interstate Narcotics Reduction Enforcement Team, according to his office. 'Some of the analysis, linguistic services, etc., are things that locally or even at the state level we might not have access to,' Gulluni said. 'So, the federal government through the National Guard can provide that here at the very organic local level to assist us and collaborate to make sure that we're doing our best work.' Aside from Gulluni's partnership with the state police and National Guard, his office also works with the New England High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area, a regional organization that provides funding resources, facilitates and enhances coordination of federal, state and local law enforcement agencies in designated areas. David Kelley, the deputy director of NEHIDTA, said the organization runs several projects to combat illicit drug trafficking, including its domestic highway enforcement program. 'The I-91 corridor that travels through this state and this county is patrolled by the Massachusetts State Police,' Kelley said. 'I will tell you that their efforts on [I-]91 to intercept and prevent drugs from entering these communities is nothing less than stellar, and I am very, very proud that we were able to play a role here today.' Read the original article on MassLive.
