PUTNAM — A Putnam man was arrested on heroin charges March 22 after a traffic stop.

Johnathan Putnam, 22, of Laconia Avenue, was charged with possession of heroin, two counts of second-degree failure to appear and first-degree failure to appear.

Members of the Troop D – Quality of Life Task Force spotted a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu turn onto Laconia Avenue, saw Putnam driving the car and were aware that he held three active warrants. While arresting him, Putnam admitted he had just purchased heroin in Hartford. Troopers seized a clear knotted plastic bag containing several grams of heroin

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