In a recent operation, the Miami Springs Crime Suppression Team encountered Chelsey Shardriguez, who was allegedly eight months pregnant, attempting to buy narcotics from a blue pickup truck at a local hotel. The situation took a disturbing turn when officers discovered that Shardriguez had two active warrants in Miami-Dade County.
Chelsey Shardriguez Arrested with Active Warrants:
- Trespassing
- Resisting without Violence
The driver of the pickup truck, Derrick Leon Ford, admitted his intent to sell narcotics to Shardriguez. Upon inspection, officers allegedly found drugs near the driver-side door of Ford’s vehicle. He was subsequently charged with possession with intent to sell.
Derrick Leon Ford Arrested and Charged with:
- Possession of cannabis with intent to sell
- Possession of MDMA
- Possession of ecstasy
- Cannabis possession (less than 20 grams)
Name: FORD, DERRICK LEON
DOB: 09/18/1974
Height: 6′ 2″
Weight: 175 Lbs
Hair: BLK
Eye: BRO
Race: B
Sex: M
Case(s) Information
Comment Case: PC FOUND TAP ALT BOND CT1 1K CT2-3 2500 EACH CT4 1K Alt Bond: $ 7000 **
Charge: CANNABIS/ SELL Bond: $ 5000 **
Remark: CANNABIS;
Charge: CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE/ POSSESSION Bond: $ 5000 **
Remark: MDMA;
Charge: CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE/ POSSESSION Bond: $ 5000 **
Remark: ECSTASY;
Charge: CANNABIS/ POSSESSION/ 20 GRAMS OR LESS Bond: $ 1000 **
Remark: CANNABIS;
Bond Information
Charge Satisfied: No
Bond Submitted: Yes
To ensure the safety of the 10-month-old infant accompanying Shardriguez, the authorities contacted the Florida Department of Children and Families. Fortunately, the child was placed in the care of her grandparents.
This incident sheds light on the complex situations law enforcement faces daily, emphasizing the need to address both criminal activity and the safety of innocent individuals, especially children.
REMINDER: Everyone is presumed to be innocent until proven guilty in a court of law
