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Drug raid conducted in Bridgeport

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BRIDGEPORT, CT — Police seized more than 230 grams of cocaine and arrested a man following a narcotics investigation on Armstrong Place.

The Bridgeport Police Department’s Narcotics and Vice Division executed a search and seizure warrant at approximately 1:56 p.m. on Nov. 6.

Carlos Batista, 65, of Bridgeport, was allegedly dealing large amounts of cocaine from a trailer on his property, according to police.

During the search, officers seized 234 grams of cocaine, $1,366 in U.S. currency, one digital scale and packaging materials.

Batista was charged with possession with intent to sell narcotic substances and operation of a drug factory.

His bond was set at $100,000.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Narcotics Tips Line at (203) 576-7903.

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