On Friday, August 2, the Ulster Regional Gang Enforcement Narcotics Team (U.R.G.E.N.T.) received the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) New York Investigative Group of the Year Award.
The award was presented by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Investigations Special Agent in Charge Ivan Arvelo to Sheriff Juan Figueroa and members of (U.R.G.E.N.T.) during a ceremony held in New York City. The award highlighted U.R.G.E.N.T.’s outstanding performance and contributions to the mission of Homeland Security Investigations New York. The award further demonstrates the dedication and collaboration between U.R.G.E.N.T. and HSI – NY and the substantial strides that have been made in enhancing public safety and fostering a safer community.
Since 2007, U.R.G.E.N.T. has been committed to addressing the challenges posed by organized crime, gangs, narcotics, and firearms affecting our communities. HSI-NY has been a part of U.R.G.E.N.T. since its inception…