(WNY News Now) – A Jamestown man faces multiple charges after a search warrant led to the discovery of drugs, a weapon, and stolen property.
JAMESTOWN, NY – On January 14, 2025, at approximately 11:18 a.m., a coordinated effort involving the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Narcotics Investigators, Jamestown Police Department Narcotics Detectives, Dunkirk Police Department Narcotics Detectives, and Jamestown Police Department officers resulted in the execution of a search warrant at 49 West 11th Street in Jamestown.
During the search of the residence, investigators uncovered 85.1 grams of cocaine, scales, packaging materials indicative of narcotics distribution, a loaded .380 caliber handgun, and stolen property.
The apartment’s resident, identified as 23-year-old Nylix J. Thomas, was arrested and charged with:
- Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 3rd Degree (two counts)
- Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the 2nd Degree
- Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia in the 2nd Degree
- Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the 5th Degree
Thomas is currently being held at the Chautauqua County Jail awaiting arraignment in the City of Jamestown Court.
Authorities continue to urge the public to report suspicious or narcotics-related activities within their neighborhoods. Tips can be reported to:
- Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Tip Line: 800-344-8702 or 716-664-2420
- Dunkirk Police Department Tip Line: 716-363-0313
- Jamestown Police Department Tip Line: 716-483-8477
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