Bridgeport Man, 65, Caught Selling Cocaine From His Trailer: Cops

By Cecilia Levine From Daily Voice

A Connecticut man is facing charges after police say he was caught selling cocaine out of a trailer on his property.

The Bridgeport Police Department’s Narcotics and Vice Division (T.N.T.) executed a search and seizure warrant at a home on Armstrong Place just before 2 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 6, the department said.

Investigators say 65-year-old Carlos Batista had been dealing large amounts of cocaine from the location.

During a search of the premises, officers seized 234 grams of cocaine, $1,366 in cash, a digital scale, and packaging materials, according to police.

Batista was charged with possession with intent to sell narcotic substances (C.G.S. 21a-278(b(1A))) and operation of a drug factory (C.G.S. 21a-277(c)), police said. His bond was set at $100,000.

Police said the department “remains committed to the safety of all its residents” and encouraged anyone with information to contact the Narcotics Tips Line at (203) 576-7903.