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Stoneham Police Arrest Two Men on Fentanyl Trafficking Charges

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STONEHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT
Chief James McIntyre
47 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Thursday, March 8, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Stoneham Police Arrest Two Men on Fentanyl Trafficking Charges

STONEHAM — Chief James McIntyre reports that the Stoneham Police Department arrested two men for allegedly trafficking fentanyl on Wednesday afternoon.

MIGUEL A. RUIZ, AGE 32, and CARLOS BRIOSOS-COLLANTES, AGE 36, BOTH OF MATTAPAN, were each charged with:

  • Trafficking More Than 10 Grams of Fentanyl
  • Conspiracy to Violate the Drug Law
  • Forgery or Misuse of a Registry of Motor Vehicles Document (License)

On Wednesday, March 7, at approximately 1 p.m., Stoneham Police detectives were conducting surveillance in the area of San Jose Terrace and Lee Street. Police have recently received information about drug deals taking place in the area.

Through the course of their surveillance, detectives observed what they believed to be an alleged drug deal between people in two vehicles.

The detectives followed one of the vehicles, a Jeep, with two men inside. The men were later identified as RUIZ and BRIOSOS-COLLANTES. The Jeep stopped at a nearby Dunkin Donuts and both men got out of the vehicle and went inside.

As they were coming out of the building, Stoneham detectives approached both men for questioning. As they were interviewing RUIZ and BRIOSOS-COLLANTES, officers observed a clear plastic bag with a tan powdery substance in plain view on the front seat of the Jeep. Upon further inspection, detectives observed multiple clear plastic bags containing what was believed to be heroin or fentanyl in the center console of the Jeep.

Through the subsequent investigation, police seized 21.96 grams of fentanyl, $1,616 in cash and three cell phones from both men, as well as the vehicle.

RUIZ and BRIOSOS-COLLANTES were both placed under arrest and taken to the Stoneham Police station to be booked.

During the booking process it was discovered that both men may have been using false identities. Stoneham Police are investigating the true identities of the men.

They were arraigned in Woburn District Court today.

“Due to the good work of our officers, lives were potentially saved by taking the dangerous drug fentanyl off the street,” Chief McIntyre said.

The Stoneham Police Department urges residents who suspect criminal activity to call the Dispatch Center at 781-438-1215.  If you would like to report suspected drug activity anonymously, please call the Drug Tip Line 781-438-1215, extension 3213.

These are allegations. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.

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Stoneham Police Department Investigating Series of Motor Vehicle and House Breaks

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STONEHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT
Chief James McIntyre
47 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Monday, Nov. 6, 2017

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

 

Stoneham Police Department Investigating Series of Motor Vehicle and House Breaks

Residents Reminded to Lock Vehicles and Secure Property at all Times

STONEHAM — Chief James T. McIntyre is issuing an alert to the community after the Stoneham Police Department received several reports of motor vehicle and house break-ins over the last month.

Since the beginning of October, Stoneham Police received 17 calls from residents reporting that their cars were broken into. In nearly all cases, the vehicles that were entered had been left unlocked. In addition, three homes were broken into during that time.

“I encourage all residents to lock their cars all the time. Nearly all motor vehicle break-ins are crimes of opportunity and involve unlocked vehicles,” Chief McIntyre said. “Also, please keep your eyes peeled and report any suspicious activity in your neighborhoods to the police.”

To prevent break-ins and thefts, the Stoneham Police Department offers the following tips for residents:

  • Always lock all car doors.
  • Roll up windows and close sunroofs.
  • Never leave loose electronics in plain view.
  • Do not leave money or credit cards in your car or loose change in plain view.
  • Report any suspicious people or vehicles that you see in your neighborhood.
  • Call police immediately if you notice something missing.
  • If you believe your home was broken into, do not go inside and call 911.

Anyone with information about the recent break-ins is asked to call the Stoneham Police Department at 781-438-1215.

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Stoneham Police Arrest Man for Trafficking Heroin

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STONEHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT
Chief James McIntyre
47 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, May 30, 2017

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 781-533-9398
Email: [email protected]

Stoneham Police Arrest Man for Trafficking Heroin

STONEHAM —  Chief James McIntyre reports that Stoneham Police Department arrested a man for trafficking heroin.

ANDREW J. COMITA, AGE 34, OF STONEHAM, is charged with:

  • Trafficking in Heroin
  • Distributing a Class A Drug
  • Possession to Distribute a Class B Drug
  • Possession to Distribute a Class C Drug
  • Possession of a Class B Drug

The Stoneham Police Department, along with members of the Southern Middlesex Regional Drug Task Force, have been conducting an ongoing investigation into the illegal sale and distribution of heroin by COMITA.

On Friday, May 26, at approximately 1 p.m., police were conducting surveillance at COMITA’S residence when they witnessed COMITA exit his home and make a hand-to-hand transaction with someone in a car parked on his street.

Stoneham Police and members of the drug task force then executed a search warrant at COMITA’S residence. As a result, police found 104.5 grams of heroin, 42 Xanax pills, 125 Tramadol pills, 41 Suboxone pills, 552 Methadone pills, three Clonazepam pills and $925 in cash.

Police placed COMITA under arrest. He was transported and booked at the Stoneham Police Department and then released on $5,000 bail. COMITA is scheduled to be arraigned at Woburn District Court today.

“We will continue to investigate and arrest those who choose to bring illegal and dangerous drugs into our community,” Chief McIntyre said, “I want to commend Stoneham Police Detectives and our counterparts at the Southern Middlesex Regional Drug Task Force for their hard work and diligence during this investigation.”

Residents are encouraged to to call the Stoneham Police Department at 781-438-1215 or use the text-a-tip lines to report suspected illegal activity. Drug Tips: 781-832-0156. General Tips: 781-832-0292. All tips are considered anonymous.

These are allegations. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.

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Stoneham Police Arrest Local Dog Walker in Connection with Larcenies

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STONEHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT
Chief James McIntyre
47 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, May 23, 2017

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 781-533-9398
Email: [email protected]

Stoneham Police Arrest Local Dog Walker in Connection with Larcenies

STONEHAM — Chief James McIntyre reports that the Stoneham Police Department arrested a local dog walker after an investigation showed she allegedly stole thousands of dollars worth of jewelry and property from her clients, who had hired her to go into their homes and walk their dogs when they were at work or away.

Andrea Sharby

ANDREA J. SHARBY, AGE 38, OF STONEHAM is charged with:

  • Receiving Stolen Property Over $250 (three counts)
  • Receiving Stolen Property Under $250 (two counts)
  • Larceny by False Pretenses Over $250
  • Possession of a Class B Drug (fentanyl)

On March 12, a police officer responded to a Stoneham residence for a report of a past larceny.

Upon arrival, the officer learned that the resident had hired Walk-About Animal Care Services, located at 155 Franklin St. in Stoneham, about a year ago to walk her dog. The business is co-owned by SHARBY.

Over the course of the year, the resident stated that she began to notice clothing and jewelry missing from her home. In total, the resident estimated she had more than $10,000 worth of merchandise missing from her house.

Prior to contacting Stoneham Police, the resident discovered that SHARBY was selling items, many of which the resident recognized as her own, on a website called poshmark.com.

During the investigation, Stoneham Police found SHARBY’S name on multiple pawn shop reports, and was able to connect her to sales of jewelry that were reported stolen out of Winchester.

The Winchester resident who had reported the jewelry stolen had also employed Walk-About Animal Care Services to take care of his pets.

On May 19, Stoneham Police located SHARBY at her home. She was arrested without incident.

During booking, police located several bags of fentanyl on SHARBY’S person. She was released on bail and will be arraigned at Woburn District Court.

“This woman violated her customers’ trust by using her business to steal from people’s homes,” Chief McIntyre said. “I want to commend the work of all involved for bringing this woman to justice.”

The Stoneham Police Department is in possession of several pieces of jewelry whose ownership is unknown. Clients of Walk-About Animal Care Services are encouraged to check their belongings, and if jewelry is missing, contact Detective Patrick Carroll at 781-438-1215, extension 3147.

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