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Drugs, Warrants Lead to Cranston Traffic Stop Arrests
9 Sep
Summary
- Traffic stop led to discovery of meth, prescription pills, and cash.
- Driver had active warrants for domestic violence and narcotics extradition.
- Passenger initially gave a fake name and had an active domestic violence warrant.
During a traffic stop on Wentworth Avenue in Cranston on Monday afternoon, officers allegedly discovered drug paraphernalia visible inside a sedan. An investigation revealed that the driver, Brandon Pierpont, 33, of Bellingham, Massachusetts, had an active warrant for domestic violence in Cranston and a narcotics-related extradition warrant from New Hampshire.
The passenger, Miguel Rodriguez, 28, of Cranston, initially identified himself falsely to the officers. A subsequent records check confirmed he had an active warrant for domestic violence offenses issued in Woonsocket. Both individuals were subsequently arrested.
Upon searching the vehicle, authorities reportedly found a black backpack containing 30 grams of methamphetamine, a digital scale, and $90 in cash. The bag also contained prescription medications, including Lorazepam, Clonazepam, and Xanax tablets. Pierpont faces multiple charges, including drug manufacturing/delivery and domestic violence offenses. Rodriguez was charged with obstructing an officer and was transferred to Woonsocket police custody following his arraignment.
