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Poughkeepsie Today
By the People, for the People
Man Arrested on Drug Charges in Poughkeepsie
Daryl L. Jackson accused of drug dealing out of residence and other locations
Published on Feb. 28, 2026
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A 52-year-old man named Daryl L. Jackson was arrested on drug charges following a months-long investigation by the Dutchess County District Attorney's Office Drug Task Force. Jackson was found in possession of a large quantity of narcotics packaged for sale at the time of his arrest at a billiard café in Poughkeepsie. Drug Task Force agents also executed a search warrant at Jackson's residence on Jean Drive, where additional evidence of drug sales was seized.
Why it matters
The arrest of Daryl L. Jackson is part of an ongoing effort by local law enforcement to crack down on drug dealing and distribution in the Poughkeepsie area. Drug-related crimes have been a persistent issue in the community, and this case highlights the work being done to identify and apprehend suspected drug dealers.
The details
According to the district attorney's office, Jackson was identified as an alleged drug dealer operating out of a residence on Jean Drive in the Spackenkill area and other locations. Agents made several drug purchases from Jackson throughout the investigation. At the time of his arrest at the Julliet Billiard Café on Raymond Avenue, Jackson was found in possession of a large quantity of narcotics packaged for sale. Drug Task Force agents then executed a search warrant at 15 Jean Drive, where additional evidence of drug sales was seized.
- On February 24, 2026, Daryl L. Jackson was arrested at the Julliet Billiard Café on Raymond Avenue.
- Shortly after the arrest, Drug Task Force agents executed a search warrant at 15 Jean Drive.
The players
Daryl L. Jackson
A 52-year-old man arrested on drug charges following a months-long investigation by the Dutchess County District Attorney's Office Drug Task Force.
Dutchess County District Attorney's Office Drug Task Force
A law enforcement unit that conducted a months-long investigation leading to the arrest of Daryl L. Jackson on drug charges.
What’s next
Additional charges are pending against Daryl L. Jackson related to the investigation.
The takeaway
This case highlights the ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to address drug-related crimes in the Poughkeepsie area, with the arrest of Daryl L. Jackson serving as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance and cooperation in combating the distribution of illegal substances.



