Crime & Safety

Teen Arrested for Drugs in Hampton Bays

The following information was supplied by New York State Police. A criminal charge is only an accusation and does not indicate guilt.

State police say they arrested Perry Gitto, 19, of Hampton Bays on Route 80 in Hampton Bays on Tuesday after he crossed a double yellow line.

While investigating, state troopers say they noticed the smell of pot coming from the Volkswagen Gitto was driving. Searching the car, police found pipes and several plastic bags containing marijuana.

Police say they also found two blue pills that have been identified as Adderall.

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Gitto was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance, a misdemeanor, controlled substance not in original container, a violation and traffic violations.

Gitto will be arraigned on August 8 at 9 a.m. in Southampton Justice Court.

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