DANIELSON — March 13 a Danielson man was arrested on heroin charges after a traffic stop on Reynolds Street.

Jose Pedraza, 61, 51 Reynolds St., Danielson was charged with possession of heroin after members of the Troop D – Quality of Life Task Force conducted a traffic stop on a 2000 Mazda Protege for a traffic violation.  

The traffic stop occurred on Reynolds Street near the intersection of Broad Street in Danielson. 

Troopers were patrolling Reynolds Street in response to increased complaints of heroin use/dealing in the area. 

Pedraza granted troopers consent to search the car and multiple bags of heroin were seized. 

Members of the Connecticut State Police are committed to combating drug activity in the “Quiet Corner.” 

Anyone with information regarding the illegal sale of narcotics are encouraged to call the Troop D QLTF anonymous Tips Hotline at 860-779-4950 or message the QLTF Facebook page.