63°
Jesus Samuel Torres Jr., 20 of the 100 block of East State Street, was arrested following a warranted search of his apartment at 6:10 a.m. on June 6, according to a release by the Quaryville police.
Leading up to the search the department says it "conducted undercover narcotic purchases as well as surveillance of the suspect's apartment."
The search "yielded 3.5 grams of 'Crack' Cocaine, approximately 2 pounds of Marijuana, digital scales, packaging material, narcotics prepackaged for sale as well as other items used in the drug trade," as stated in the release.
He has been charged with Felony Possession with Intent to Distribute as well as two misdemeanors for Possession of Narcotics and Paraphernalia, according to the police and confirmed by court documents.
Torres has been held in the Lancaster County Prison after failing to post $100,000 in bail as set by Magisterial District Justice William R. Mankin during his preliminary arraignment at 11:45 a.m., the same day he was arrested.
A preliminary hearing has also been scheduled before Judge Mankin for 1:30 p.m. on June 17.
Click here to follow Daily Voice Reading and receive free news updates.
