(WNY News Now) – A narcotics investigation in Jamestown resulted in two arrests and the seizure of cocaine, methamphetamine, drug-packaging materials and cash after authorities executed a search warrant at a North Main Street residence.

JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — Narcotics investigators from the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office and Jamestown Police Department executed a search warrant early Tuesday, October 13, at 1087 N. Main St., resulting in charges against two Jamestown residents.

According to authorities, Jamestown Police SWAT assisted investigators in entering the residence at approximately 6:12 a.m.

During the search, investigators reported seizing 81.4 grams of crack cocaine, 8.2 grams of cocaine, 0.3 grams of methamphetamine, scales, packaging materials and $496 in cash.

Angel P. MacDonald, 44, was charged with two counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third degree, criminally using drug paraphernalia in the second degree and tampering with physical evidence. Ralik J. Hamilton, 51, was charged with criminal nuisance in the first degree.

MacDonald is scheduled to be arraigned in Jamestown City Court, according to the report. Hamilton was issued an appearance ticket and released.

Both individuals were transported to the Jamestown Police Department following the search.

As are all persons accused of a crime, the accused are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Investigators are asking community members to report suspected narcotics-related activity in their neighborhoods.

Tips can be submitted to the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office narcotics investigators at 800-344-8702 or 716-664-2420. The Jamestown Police Department tip line is 716-483-8477.

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