Jason Brundige, a 51-year-old resident of Ballston Spa, was sentenced to 84 months in federal prison on February 5, 2026. The sentencing follows his conviction for distributing and possessing cocaine with intent to distribute, as well as using a firearm during drug trafficking activities.
Authorities said Brundige admitted to selling cocaine on several occasions. During one transaction, he displayed a loaded firearm to a customer. He also acknowledged possessing cocaine intended for distribution from a hotel in Malta, New York.
First Assistant United States Attorney John A. Sarcone III commented: “This sentence reflects the seriousness of combining drug trafficking with firearms. Individuals who distribute dangerous drugs while armed put entire communities at risk, and our Office will continue to work closely with our law enforcement partners to hold such offenders fully accountable.”
Bryan DiGirolamo, Special Agent in Charge of the New York Field Division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), stated: “Firearms in the hands of drug traffickers escalate violence and endanger the public. This case demonstrates ATF’s continued commitment to working with our federal, state, and local partners to aggressively target armed drug traffickers and remove them from our communities.”
Sheriff Jeffrey Brown of Saratoga County added: “This sentence sends a clear message that drug trafficking and gun violence will not be tolerated in Saratoga County. I commend the collaborative efforts of the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office, ATF, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office in bringing this case to a successful resolution.”
United States District Judge Mae A. D’Agostino also ordered Brundige to serve four years of supervised release after completing his prison term.
The investigation was conducted by the ATF and Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office and prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Ashlyn Miranda.
Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) is highlighted as an important Department of Justice initiative aimed at reducing violent crime through collaboration among law enforcement agencies and community stakeholders. More information about PSN can be found at https://www.justice.gov/psn.
