By: Najla Alexander
Authorities in Morris County announced the arrest of Anthony Dello-Russo, age 27, of Hanover Township, on multiple drug-related offenses.
Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll said over the past several months, members of several law enforcement agencies jointly conducted an investigation into Anthony Dello-Russo concerning the alleged unlawful distribution of controlled dangerous substances.
Officials said on December 8, detectives from the agencies seized over one-half ounce of suspected cocaine, over five pounds of marijuana, and over $51,000 in cash during a coordinated law enforcement operation.
As a result of this investigation to date, officials say, Dello-Russo has been charged with Possession of Cocaine with the Intent to Distribute, Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute, Possession of Marijuana, and Money Laundering.
In accordance with the Criminal Justice Reform Act, Dello-Russo has been lodged in the Morris County Correctional Facility pending a first appearance, officials stated.
Prosecutor Carroll would like to thank the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime and Special Enforcement Units, the Morris County Sheriff's Office, and the Hanover Township Police Department for their efforts during this ongoing investigation, officials said.