Crime & Safety
Derby Man Arrested for 70+ Bags of Crack in Stamford: PD
Investigators got information that a pair would have a large amount of crack cocaine in Stamford, according to police.

STAMFORD, CT — Information led police to arrest two people, seize more than 70 bags of crack cocaine and confiscate a stolen handgun, according to police.
Police stopped a vehicle on Standish Road Wednesday and arrested Vanessa DeJesus, 26, of Bridgeport and Javier Flores, 23, of Derby, according to the Stamford Advocate.
Both were charged with possession of narcotics and possession with intent to sell along with conspiracy charges. DeJesus was also charged with several firearm-related charges.
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