Police: Flanders Man Arrested on Drug Charges on New Year's Eve

A 41-year-old Flanders man was arrested for fourth degree criminal possession of a narcotic drug and unlawful possession of marijuana on New Year’s Eve, according to State Police.

The man was arrested after he was stopped for operating a vehicle without brake lights on Griffing Avenue in Riverhead.

He was issued an appearance ticket returnable to the Town of Riverhead Court.

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