Crime & Safety
Heroin Trafficker Arrested In Falmouth: Police
Falmouth police said they found Crystal Hinson, of New Bedford, with more than 50 grams of heroin.
FALMOUTH, MA — A New Bedford woman with more than 50 grams of heroin was arrested in Falmouth this week, police announced Wednesday. Crystal Hinson, 35, was arrested Monday night on Route 28 near Route 151 as part of a narcotics investigation, according to police. She was charged with heroin trafficking and obstruction of justice.
Police said Hinson was a passenger in a vehicle that officers pulled over as part of the investigation. Officers said they found 53 grams on heroin in her possession. (Sign up for free daily newsletters and breaking news alerts from Falmouth Patch.)
Hinson was held in custody pending an arraignment. Police shared a photo of the heroin Hinson allegedly possessed:
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Lead photo: Crystal Hinson's mugshot. (Credit: Falmouth Police Department)
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