Note from Newsday's editor

Questions have been raised in the media concerning the accuracy of a nonfiction book about Baltimore’s drug culture called “Pill City” written by a former Newsday reporter, Kevin Deutsch. Newsday is reviewing Deutsch’s work over the four years he worked here, from 2012 to 2016. We are committed to accuracy, fact-based reporting and the highest ethical standards to ensure the credibility of our journalism. We strive to be transparent with you, our readers, and we will report on our findings.