Possible Full Arrest Reported at Brighton Towers in Syracuse, NY Emergency services responded to a call reporting a possible full arrest on the 6th floor of Brighton Towers, located at 1 East Brighton Ave in Syracuse, NY. The caller reported two people deceased in an apartment. The incident prompted a request for a sergeant and criminal investigators to the scene.

At 11:26 AM, Syracuse Police called for Syracuse Fire, Mini 18 dispatched, and requested NARCAN. A hazmat team was also requested to respond. Multiple ambulances from neighboring areas, including Fayetteville and Minoa, were requested. Unfortunately, some first responders were affected by the substances found on the scene and were transported to Upstate Hospital.

The hospital's ER was closed due to exposure issues and remained closed until 3:15 PM. City officials held a press conference and indicated that the incident was caused by a fentanyl overdose. Multiple fire, EMS, and police personnel were exposed at the scene, as well as multiple hospital personnel with secondary exposure. The investigation is ongoing.