Vermont State Police Seize About 247 Grams of Suspected Cocaine in I-91 Stop in Putney; 18-Year-Old Arrested
On October 14, 2026, at about 6:47 p.m., a Vermont State Police trooper from the Westminster Barracks stopped a vehicle on Interstate 91 in Putney, Vermont, after observing a motor vehicle violation, according to a Vermont State Police news release. During a search of a passenger, troopers located approximately 247 grams of suspected cocaine on his person.
The passenger, Jexiel O. Tirado, 18, of Springfield, Massachusetts, was arrested on charges of cocaine trafficking and possession of cocaine greater than one ounce. He was taken to the Westminster Barracks for processing and then lodged at the Southern State Correctional Facility in lieu of $25,000 bail.
State police said Tirado was issued a criminal citation to appear before the Windham County Superior Court, Criminal Division, on October 15 at 12:30 p.m. The case number is 26B1009123, and court dates are subject to change at the court's discretion.
(Source: Vermont State Police)
Source: Vermont State Police
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