JAMES J. FERNANDEZ, AGE 54, of STOUGHTON, was arrested by the Stoughton Police Department on drug charges on Tuesday, April 28. (Photo Courtesy Stoughton Police Department)
STOUGHTON — The Stoughton Police Department arrested a Stoughton man and seized crack cocaine and other evidence after executing a search warrant Tuesday evening.
JAMES J. FERNANDEZ, AGE 54, OF STOUGHTON, was arrested and charged with:
- Possession with Intent to Distribute a Class B Drug (Subsequent Offense)
- Distributing a Class B Drug (Subsequent Offense)
On Tuesday, April 28, based on an ongoing narcotics investigation, Stoughton Police obtained a search warrant for a residence at 38 Wellesley Road, which was executed at about 6:12 p.m.
Four people were located inside. During the search, officers located approximately 11.9 grams of suspected crack cocaine that field-tested positive for cocaine base, multiple digital scales with white powder residue, plastic baggies commonly used for narcotics distribution and nearly $500 in cash.
The investigation revealed that the drugs allegedly belonged to FERNANDEZ.
FERNANDEZ was taken into custody and transported to the police station. He is currently on probation related to a prior narcotics conviction out of Stoughton District Court.
“This arrest is the result of proactive police work and an ongoing investigation into drug activity in our community,” Chief Donna McNamara said. “Our officers will continue to investigate and address illegal drug distribution in Stoughton.”
FERNANDEZ was arraigned Wednesday in Stoughton District Court. His bail was set at $2,500 related to the new arrest.
These are allegations. All suspects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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Stoughton Police seized crack cocaine and other evidence while executing a search warrant on Tuesday, April 28. (Photo Courtesy Stoughton Police Department)