MIDDLETOWN, DE — A 44-year-old Selbyville man was arrested on multiple felony drug charges after a traffic stop led to the discovery of cocaine in his vehicle, authorities announced on Wednesday.
The incident occurred on June 18, 2025, at approximately 10:30 a.m., when Detectives from the New Castle County Police Drug and Human Trafficking Investigations Team observed a Cadillac committing several traffic violations while traveling along Route 1 near Pole Bridge Road. A traffic stop was initiated, and the driver, identified as Alfonzo Johnson, was contacted as the sole occupant of the car.
During the stop, Detectives reported establishing probable cause to search the vehicle. The search allegedly uncovered two kilograms of cocaine concealed inside the vehicle.
Johnson was transported to the New Castle County Police headquarters, where he was charged with one felony count of possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance (Tier 3), one felony count of possession of a controlled substance (Tier 3), one traffic violation for following a motor vehicle too closely, and one violation for failing to signal continuously.
Following his arraignment in Justice of the Peace Court 2, Johnson was committed to the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution after failing to post $120,000 cash bail.
Authorities emphasize that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Further details on the case may be provided as the investigation continues.
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