A Hartford Police officer conducted a traffic stop involving a vehicle with two people. While speaking with them, the officer suspected drug activity. Hartford’s K-9 Flash was requested to the scene and provided a positive alert on the vehicle for the presence of drugs.

During a search, officers located one ounce of cocaine along with various items of drug paraphernalia. The driver admitted to obtaining the substance through a drug deal. The driver attempted to smash his cell phone, which was receiving continuous calls from multiple phone numbers. The driver then began to fight with officers, but was eventually placed into handcuffs.

Evidence of drug dealing was later located on the driver’s phone.

The passenger was determined to be on probation and parole, was also in possession of drug paraphernalia, and is believed to have been involved in the drug dealing.

Charges recommended for the driver include possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of drug paraphernalia and resisting and obstructing.

Charges recommended for the passenger include possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, and possession of drug paraphernalia.