LITTLE FALLS, N.Y. (WKTV) - Four people have been charged following an eight month investigation into the illegal sale of prescription medications and cocaine in the City of Little Falls.

According to the Little Falls Police Department, officers conducted a warrant sweep at four different locations within the city in the early morning hours of Saturday, January 12.

Danielle G. Guyer, 38, of Little Falls has been charged with two counts of fourth-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance.

Terry L. Congdon, 50, of Little Falls has been charged with one count of third-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance.

Russell P. Kittle, 29, of Little Falls has been charged with one count of third-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance and one count of fourth-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance.

Stephen S. Campione, 26, of Little Falls has been charged with two counts of fourth-degree criminal sale of a controlled substance.

"The criminal diversion and sales of prescription medication is a growing problem in our community," said Police Chief Michael Masi. "prescription drugs are readily available in most homes and are relatively cheap drugs to purchase on the street. We are seeing prescription drug sales being made by adults and even children in our community It is an issue that is of great concern and as a result, is a matter of priority for enforcement by our Department."

Officials say that anyone who would like to report any form of drug dealing in Little Falls is asked to call the Department's Confidential Tip Line at 315-823-2400, then select #1 and then #5.