Steven Nieves moved up to the Manhattan South Trustee position, and an election was held for a new Manhattan South Welfare Officer. Voting took place at the DEA on March 18, 2019. The final tally was as follows: Antonio Esposito received 218 votes; Daryl Harris received 61 votes; and Robert Cardona received 19 votes. Esposito of the 9th Squad becomes the new Manhattan South Welfare Officer. The DEA thanks everyone who ran and participated in the election process.
Wake & Funeral for Retired Det. Second Grade John J. Gardiner
The DEA regrets to announce the death of retired Det. Second Grade John J. Gardiner, who passed away on April