Crime & Safety

Wallingford Woman Charged After Police Break Up Drug Deal: PD

Police arrested three people after interrupting an alleged heroin deal in a North Haven parking lot.

WALLINGFORD, CT — A Wallingford woman was among three people arrested after police interrupted an alleged drug deal in a Washington Avenue parking lot in North Haven on Jan. 11. Police say they saw a man and a woman exchange money for what they believed was heroin.

Police said the woman attempted to hide the drugs as the officers approached her. A search revealed 10 bags of heroin, according to police.

The operator of the second vehicle attempted to drive away but police conducted a traffic stop that led to the arrest of both occupants, according to police.

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Police said the passenger was found to be in possession of narcotics and cash.

Krissie Dellavalle, 37, of Wallingford, was charged with possession of heroin. She was released on a $500 bond.

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Eric DeCrosta, 24, of North Haven, was charged with sale of heroin and conspiracy. He was released on a $500 bond.

Jennie Pearson, 21, of North Haven, was charged with sale of heroin, conspiracy and illegal possession of narcotics. She was released on a $500 bond.

All three are scheduled to appear in Meriden Superior Court on Jan. 18.

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