A plain clothes police operation has been carried out by New York State Police in 14 retail locations selling alcohol in Putnam County.  Police were checking for their compliance with the Alcoholic Beverage Control. 

12 retail establishments were checked, and found to be in compliance.  Two people were arrested for violations.  59-year old Guillermo Vanegas of Brewster, who works at Route 6 Petroleum in Mahopac and 51-year old TracyMarie Disimone of Peekskill, who works at 76 Mart in Brewster, were issued appearance tickets. 

According to the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services, underage drinking is associated with the three most common causes of death among youth, including accidental deaths such as car crashes, homicides, and suicides.