For the second time in five months, the FBI and other law enforcement agencies conduct searches on farms in New York, aiming to uncover potential burial sites linked to the Gambino crime family.
Repeat Searches at Orange County Farms:
The search operations focus on two locations in Orange County, previously involved in a similar investigation in November 2023: one on Hampton Road in Goshen and another nearby at Campbell Hall Farm on Hamptonburgh Road.
New York State Police, the NYPD, and K-9 search units collaborate with the FBI in the extensive search efforts on Tuesday, deploying several pickup trucks and off-road vehicles to the scene.
While the FBI confirms its presence at the locations, it refrains from disclosing specific details regarding the nature of the search or its objectives, citing its ongoing investigation into organized crime.
Presence of New York City Medical Examiner:
The New York City medical examiner is observed at the scene, suggesting a meticulous approach to the investigation, although the purpose of their presence remains undisclosed.
Despite previous searches in November yielding no findings of human remains, the FBI continues its pursuit of potential evidence, indicating a persistence in the investigation.
Heavy equipment, including a backhoe, is spotted at the scene, suggesting a comprehensive effort to unearth any potential buried evidence or remains.
FBI’s Discretion in Sharing Information:
The FBI remains tight-lipped about the specifics of the investigation, refraining from divulging details about potential suspects or the factors that led them to these specific locations.
The searches underscore the FBI’s commitment to unraveling connections to organized crime networks, with a focus on the Gambino crime family, although the exact scope of the investigation remains undisclosed.