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New Milford Today
By the People, for the People
New Milford Man Arrested on Drug Charges
Police seize crack cocaine, cash, and drug manufacturing equipment during raid
Apr. 2, 2026 at 9:39pm
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A narcotics raid uncovers the tools of the drug trade, exposing the gritty realities of the illegal drug economy.New Milford TodayA 39-year-old New Milford, New Jersey man was arrested and charged with multiple drug offenses after a narcotics investigation by the Hackensack Police Department. Roy C. Theodore was taken into custody on April 1, 2026 following a search of his apartment, where police seized crack cocaine, over $18,000 in suspected drug proceeds, and a narcotics manufacturing operation.
Why it matters
This case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat the distribution of illegal drugs, particularly crack cocaine, which has had a devastating impact on many communities. The seizure of a drug manufacturing operation also suggests a more sophisticated criminal enterprise that authorities are working to disrupt.
The details
According to police, the search warrant was authorized by the Bergen County Superior Court and executed by the Hackensack Police Department's Crime Suppression Bureau. In addition to the crack cocaine and cash, officers also discovered a narcotics manufacturing operation in Theodore's apartment. He was charged with multiple drug offenses, including maintaining a drug production facility, manufacturing and distributing drugs, and financial crimes related to his alleged drug activities.
- The search warrant was executed on April 1, 2026.
- Theodore was arrested on April 1, 2026.
The players
Roy C. Theodore
A 39-year-old New Milford resident who was arrested and charged with multiple drug offenses following a narcotics investigation.
Michael Antista
The Chief of the Hackensack Police Department, who directed the investigation that led to Theodore's arrest.
Hackensack Police Department
The law enforcement agency that conducted the narcotics investigation and executed the search warrant that resulted in Theodore's arrest.
What’s next
Theodore is being held at the Bergen County Jail pending his initial appearance at Central Judicial Processing Court in Hackensack.
The takeaway
This arrest demonstrates the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat the distribution of illegal drugs, particularly more potent and addictive substances like crack cocaine, which can have devastating impacts on individuals and communities. The discovery of a drug manufacturing operation also suggests a more sophisticated criminal enterprise that authorities are working to disrupt.