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Odor of Drugs Leads to 2 Arrests

Tristan Connelly.

By Press Release

This report is based on information received from law enforcement. 
WILDWOOD CREST – Wildwood Crest Police Department received a report of a strong odor of marijuana coming from a room at a hotel June 10 at approximately 10:38 p.m.   
During the investigation on scene, Tristan Connelly, 19, of Laurence Harbor, N.J., was found to have a weapon in his possession, specifically a dual-bladed switch blade knife, marijuana, controlled dangerous substance (CDS) packaging material and multiple CDS paraphernalia.
Gavin Smith, 19, of Old Bridge, N.J., was found to have Xanax pills that were not prescribed to him and CDS paraphernalia.
Both Connelly and Smith were arrested.
Connelly was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, distribution of marijuana, possession of marijuana under 50 grams, prohibited weapons, unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for unlawful purpose, and weapon possession for unlawful use.
Smith was charged with possession of CDS, possession of drug paraphernalia, and being under the influence of CDS.
Both Connelly and Smith were lodged at the Cape May County Correctional Center.
The charges and allegations contained in the complaint are merely accusations and the defendants are considered innocent unless and until proven guilty. 

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