
(TheIndependentStar.com) – Raising serious questions about the vulnerability of our election offices, a package containing crystal methamphetamine was sent to the Dutchess County Board of Elections.
The package came from Greece and passed through several countries, including France, before it was intercepted at the Dutchess County Board of Elections office.
The discovery of the illegal substance forced an immediate shutdown of the facility and triggered a multi-agency investigation including the FBI, Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office and State Police.
Dutchess County Republican Elections Commissioner Erik J. Haight expressed deep concern over the incident.
“This is a wake-up call for election offices across the nation. We must remain vigilant against all threats to our electoral process, whether they come in the form of illegal substances or attempts to undermine our voting systems,” Haight stated.
The Dutchess County Hazmat team was called in to assist with the investigation, underscoring the potential dangers of such packages.
The Board of Elections office was shut down for three hours as authorities conducted a thorough search and investigation of the premises.
While Democrat Commissioner Hannah Black attempted to downplay the incident, the gravity of the situation cannot be ignored.
The ease with which this package made its way to a crucial government office raises serious questions about the effectiveness of current security protocols.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing threats facing our election infrastructure.
With the 2024 Presidential Election on the horizon, it is crucial that local, state, and federal authorities boost security measures at all election offices immediately.
The Dutchess County Board of Elections website, which provides official voting resources and information on registering to vote, must now also address concerns about physical security.
While the site offers details on polling locations, sample ballots and early voting procedures, it is clear that additional measures are needed to protect the integrity of our elections from both external and internal threats.
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