BUFFALO, N.Y. — As chief of the Narcotics and Intelligence Unit at the Erie County Sheriff’s Office, Daniel “D.J.” Granville is often heralded when police agencies announce major drug busts in Buffalo.
The Bar Association of Erie County five years ago awarded Granville its Police Officer Award for his efforts fighting gangs and drug trafficking in Buffalo.
“He has brought, and continues to bring, dignity to the law enforcement profession,” the award stated, referring to Granville. “He is a credit not only to law enforcement, but also to the legal system as a whole.”…