Binghamton resident receives 11-year prison sentence for drug offenses

Broome County District Attorney F. Paul Battisti recently announced a significant legal victory: he sentenced Kareem R. Young, a 45-year-old Binghamton resident, to 11 years in New York State Prison.

That verdict followed a Broome County jury in June 2024 that found Young guilty of a second count of third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and two counts of second-degree criminal use of drug paraphernalia.

The case against Young began on January 5, 2024, when the Broome County Special Investigations Unit executed a search warrant for drug trafficking at 25 North Street in the City of Binghamton. During the operation, Young was found to be in possession of approximately one ounce of cocaine, along with paraphernalia commonly used in drug trafficking.

District Attorney Battisti stressed the importance of holding those involved in drug trafficking accountable. He stated that the 11-year prison sentence imposed on Young by the Honorable Carol A. Cocchiola sends a clear message of deterrence. Battisti reiterated his office's commitment to aggressively prosecuting those seeking to profit from illegal drug activities and affirmed his commitment to upholding the law and ensuring offenders face the full consequences of their actions.

The investigation into this case was led by the Broome County Special Investigations Unit, highlighting the collaborative efforts of law enforcement to combat drug-related crimes in the area. Senior Assistant District Attorney Joseph Nieto played a critical role in prosecuting the case on behalf of the District Attorney's Office with the goal of achieving justice and maintaining public safety in Broome County.