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Freeport Today
By the People, for the People
Stafford Drug Enforcement Unit Arrests New York Man After Pedestrian Stop
Freeport resident Tyler R. Friedenthal found with meth, paraphernalia, and outstanding warrant
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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The Stafford Township Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) arrested a 31-year-old man from Freeport, New York, on multiple drug-related charges and an outstanding warrant following a pedestrian stop near the Route 72 and Route 9 overpass on February 21, 2026.
Why it matters
This arrest highlights the ongoing efforts of local law enforcement to combat drug-related crimes and apprehend individuals with outstanding warrants in the Stafford Township area. The discovery of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia during the stop raises concerns about the presence of illicit substances in the community.
The details
During the pedestrian stop, officers found that Tyler R. Friedenthal was in possession of methamphetamine and various drug paraphernalia. A subsequent records check revealed that Friedenthal also had an active outstanding warrant for his arrest out of the Jersey City Municipal Court. Friedenthal was taken into custody and charged with multiple drug-related offenses.
- On Saturday, February 21, 2026, at approximately 12:00 PM, the pedestrian stop occurred near the Route 72 and Route 9 overpass.
The players
Stafford Township Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU)
The local law enforcement unit responsible for conducting the pedestrian stop and arresting the suspect.
Tyler R. Friedenthal
A 31-year-old man from Freeport, New York, who was arrested on multiple drug-related charges and an outstanding warrant.
What’s next
Friedenthal is currently being held at the Ocean County Jail pending a detention hearing in Ocean County Superior Court.
The takeaway
This arrest highlights the ongoing efforts of local law enforcement to address drug-related crimes and apprehend individuals with outstanding warrants in the Stafford Township area, underscoring the importance of community safety and the need for continued vigilance in combating the presence of illicit substances.
