Topline: Allegheny County detectives arrested a suspect during a drug bust in West Mifflin where the suspect was found in possession of crack cocaine and driving with a suspended license.
Published: March 14, 2023 11:14 pm ET
Randy Shaw
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West Mifflin, PA (PPP)— A Whitaker man was arrested and charged with multiple criminal offenses on Friday, February 24, 2023, in West Mifflin.
Jonque D. Patterson, 53, was arrested by detectives of the Allegheny County Police Department Narcotics Unit for prohibited acts of possession with intent to deliver, prohibited acts of possession, and driving while his operating privileges were suspended or revoked. Patterson was previously arrested on February 8, 2022, for possession with intent to deliver cocaine and a firearm.
Detectives were conducting surveillance when they received information from a reliable informant that Patterson was selling crack cocaine from a black Jeep Latitude. They followed Patterson and observed him driving on Greensprings Avenue without using his right turn signal. They initiated a traffic stop, and as they approached the vehicle, they observed the front seat passenger attempting to throw a knotted baggie corner of crack cocaine out the window.
Upon searching the vehicle, detectives found a plastic bag containing crack cocaine, a used crack pipe, and $850.00 in US currency in Patterson’s wallet. The passenger stated that Patterson supplied her with the crack cocaine and handed her the drugs to dispose of as they were getting pulled over.
Patterson was transported to the Allegheny County Jail and his probation officer was notified of his arrest.
Name: Jonque D. Patterson
Gender: Male
Age: 53
Agency: Allegheny County Police
Court: Magisterial District Court 05-2-14
Docket Number: MJ-05214-CR-0000120-2023
Date Filed: February 24, 2023
Criminal Charges
- Prohibited acts – possession with intent to deliver, F
- Prohibited acts – possession, M
- Driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked
Affidavit of Probable Cause
On Friday, February 24, 2023, Detective Kintigh and I, Detective Mikelonls, of the Allegheny County Police Department Narcotics Unit were conducting surveillance in the borough of West Mifflin. I had received information from a confidential reliable informant that Jonque Patterson was selling crack cocaine from a black Jeep Latitude. I am familiar with Patterson from a prior arrest on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, where Patterson was found in possession of a large amount of cocaine and a firearm. Patterson was charged by me and later pled guilty to one felony count of possession with intent to deliver cocaine and one felony count of a person not to possess a firearm. Patterson was placed on probation for eight years by the Honorable Judge Marlan with a zero tolerance for controlled substances.
At approximately 1:30 p.m., we observed Patterson driving on Greensprings Avenue in West Mifflin. I was also aware that Patterson did not possess a valid driver’s license and his driving privileges were suspended from a previous DU[. As we followed behind the vehicle, Patterson turned right onto Virginia Avenue and failed to use his right turn signal, Detective Kintigh and I activated our red and blue emergency lights and siren and initiated a traffic stop. Patterson pulled over and stopped in the 3300 block of Virginia Avenue. As I approached the vehicle, Patterson was turned towards the center console and reaching towards it.
I asked Patterson what he was hiding, and he claimed nothing and at the same time I observed the front seat passenger, who was Identified as ███████ attempting to throw a knotted baggie corner of crack cocaine out the front passenger side window. I advised her to not throw it out the window and Detective Kintigh asked her to step out of the vehicle, and she compiled. Detective Kintigh observed the baggie corner of crack cocaine on the floorboard. I recovered a small piece of crack cocaine and $40.00 from Patterson’s coat pocket. Patterson provided verbal consent to search his vehicle, and this was captured on our body worn cameras. I recovered a plastic bag containing crack cocaine from the center console cup holder. I also recovered $850.00 in United Stated currency from Patterson’s wallet and two cellular phones.
We also recovered a used crack pipe that ███████ advised she threw out the window. ███████ advised that she smokes crack cocaine and Patterson is her boyfriend and supplies her with the crack. ███████ stated Patterson handed her the crack cocaine as they were getting pulled over and wanted her to get rid of it. Sgt. Brander and Officers Getz and Scruggs of the West Mifflin Police Department assisted on the stop. Officer Scruggs transported Patterson to the Allegheny County Jail. I notified Patterson’s probation officer of his arrest.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
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Published: March 14, 2023 11:14 pm ET
Photo credit: DMTrott / Wikimedia Commons
West Mifflin, PA (PPP)— A Whitaker man was arrested and charged with multiple criminal offenses on Friday, February 24, 2023, in West Mifflin.
Jonque D. Patterson, 53, was arrested by detectives of the Allegheny County Police Department Narcotics Unit for prohibited acts of possession with intent to deliver, prohibited acts of possession, and driving while his operating privileges were suspended or revoked. Patterson was previously arrested on February 8, 2022, for possession with intent to deliver cocaine and a firearm.
Detectives were conducting surveillance when they received information from a reliable informant that Patterson was selling crack cocaine from a black Jeep Latitude. They followed Patterson and observed him driving on Greensprings Avenue without using his right turn signal. They initiated a traffic stop, and as they approached the vehicle, they observed the front seat passenger attempting to throw a knotted baggie corner of crack cocaine out the window.
Upon searching the vehicle, detectives found a plastic bag containing crack cocaine, a used crack pipe, and $850.00 in US currency in Patterson’s wallet. The passenger stated that Patterson supplied her with the crack cocaine and handed her the drugs to dispose of as they were getting pulled over.
Patterson was transported to the Allegheny County Jail and his probation officer was notified of his arrest.
Name: Jonque D. Patterson
Gender: Male
Age: 53
Agency: Allegheny County Police
Court: Magisterial District Court 05-2-14
Docket Number: MJ-05214-CR-0000120-2023
Date Filed: February 24, 2023
Criminal Charges
- Prohibited acts – possession with intent to deliver, F
- Prohibited acts – possession, M
- Driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked
Affidavit of Probable Cause
On Friday, February 24, 2023, Detective Kintigh and I, Detective Mikelonls, of the Allegheny County Police Department Narcotics Unit were conducting surveillance in the borough of West Mifflin. I had received information from a confidential reliable informant that Jonque Patterson was selling crack cocaine from a black Jeep Latitude. I am familiar with Patterson from a prior arrest on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, where Patterson was found in possession of a large amount of cocaine and a firearm. Patterson was charged by me and later pled guilty to one felony count of possession with intent to deliver cocaine and one felony count of a person not to possess a firearm. Patterson was placed on probation for eight years by the Honorable Judge Marlan with a zero tolerance for controlled substances.
At approximately 1:30 p.m., we observed Patterson driving on Greensprings Avenue in West Mifflin. I was also aware that Patterson did not possess a valid driver’s license and his driving privileges were suspended from a previous DU[. As we followed behind the vehicle, Patterson turned right onto Virginia Avenue and failed to use his right turn signal, Detective Kintigh and I activated our red and blue emergency lights and siren and initiated a traffic stop. Patterson pulled over and stopped in the 3300 block of Virginia Avenue. As I approached the vehicle, Patterson was turned towards the center console and reaching towards it.
I asked Patterson what he was hiding, and he claimed nothing and at the same time I observed the front seat passenger, who was Identified as ███████ attempting to throw a knotted baggie corner of crack cocaine out the front passenger side window. I advised her to not throw it out the window and Detective Kintigh asked her to step out of the vehicle, and she compiled. Detective Kintigh observed the baggie corner of crack cocaine on the floorboard. I recovered a small piece of crack cocaine and $40.00 from Patterson’s coat pocket. Patterson provided verbal consent to search his vehicle, and this was captured on our body worn cameras. I recovered a plastic bag containing crack cocaine from the center console cup holder. I also recovered $850.00 in United Stated currency from Patterson’s wallet and two cellular phones.
We also recovered a used crack pipe that ███████ advised she threw out the window. ███████ advised that she smokes crack cocaine and Patterson is her boyfriend and supplies her with the crack. ███████ stated Patterson handed her the crack cocaine as they were getting pulled over and wanted her to get rid of it. Sgt. Brander and Officers Getz and Scruggs of the West Mifflin Police Department assisted on the stop. Officer Scruggs transported Patterson to the Allegheny County Jail. I notified Patterson’s probation officer of his arrest.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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Allegheny County Detectives Arrest Suspect in West Mifflin Drug Bust
Allegheny County detectives arrested a suspect during a drug bust in West Mifflin where the suspect was found in possession of crack cocaine and driving with a suspended license.
By Randy Shaw
Published: March 14, 2023 11:14 pm ET
Photo credit: DMTrott / Wikimedia Commons
West Mifflin, PA (PPP)— A Whitaker man was arrested and charged with multiple criminal offenses on Friday, February 24, 2023, in West Mifflin.
Jonque D. Patterson, 53, was arrested by detectives of the Allegheny County Police Department Narcotics Unit for prohibited acts of possession with intent to deliver, prohibited acts of possession, and driving while his operating privileges were suspended or revoked. Patterson was previously arrested on February 8, 2022, for possession with intent to deliver cocaine and a firearm.
Detectives were conducting surveillance when they received information from a reliable informant that Patterson was selling crack cocaine from a black Jeep Latitude. They followed Patterson and observed him driving on Greensprings Avenue without using his right turn signal. They initiated a traffic stop, and as they approached the vehicle, they observed the front seat passenger attempting to throw a knotted baggie corner of crack cocaine out the window.
Upon searching the vehicle, detectives found a plastic bag containing crack cocaine, a used crack pipe, and $850.00 in US currency in Patterson’s wallet. The passenger stated that Patterson supplied her with the crack cocaine and handed her the drugs to dispose of as they were getting pulled over.
Patterson was transported to the Allegheny County Jail and his probation officer was notified of his arrest.
Name: Jonque D. Patterson
Gender: Male
Age: 53
Agency: Allegheny County Police
Court: Magisterial District Court 05-2-14
Docket Number: MJ-05214-CR-0000120-2023
Date Filed: February 24, 2023
Criminal Charges
- Prohibited acts – possession with intent to deliver, F
- Prohibited acts – possession, M
- Driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked
Affidavit of Probable Cause
On Friday, February 24, 2023, Detective Kintigh and I, Detective Mikelonls, of the Allegheny County Police Department Narcotics Unit were conducting surveillance in the borough of West Mifflin. I had received information from a confidential reliable informant that Jonque Patterson was selling crack cocaine from a black Jeep Latitude. I am familiar with Patterson from a prior arrest on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, where Patterson was found in possession of a large amount of cocaine and a firearm. Patterson was charged by me and later pled guilty to one felony count of possession with intent to deliver cocaine and one felony count of a person not to possess a firearm. Patterson was placed on probation for eight years by the Honorable Judge Marlan with a zero tolerance for controlled substances.
At approximately 1:30 p.m., we observed Patterson driving on Greensprings Avenue in West Mifflin. I was also aware that Patterson did not possess a valid driver’s license and his driving privileges were suspended from a previous DU[. As we followed behind the vehicle, Patterson turned right onto Virginia Avenue and failed to use his right turn signal, Detective Kintigh and I activated our red and blue emergency lights and siren and initiated a traffic stop. Patterson pulled over and stopped in the 3300 block of Virginia Avenue. As I approached the vehicle, Patterson was turned towards the center console and reaching towards it.
I asked Patterson what he was hiding, and he claimed nothing and at the same time I observed the front seat passenger, who was Identified as ███████ attempting to throw a knotted baggie corner of crack cocaine out the front passenger side window. I advised her to not throw it out the window and Detective Kintigh asked her to step out of the vehicle, and she compiled. Detective Kintigh observed the baggie corner of crack cocaine on the floorboard. I recovered a small piece of crack cocaine and $40.00 from Patterson’s coat pocket. Patterson provided verbal consent to search his vehicle, and this was captured on our body worn cameras. I recovered a plastic bag containing crack cocaine from the center console cup holder. I also recovered $850.00 in United Stated currency from Patterson’s wallet and two cellular phones.
We also recovered a used crack pipe that ███████ advised she threw out the window. ███████ advised that she smokes crack cocaine and Patterson is her boyfriend and supplies her with the crack. ███████ stated Patterson handed her the crack cocaine as they were getting pulled over and wanted her to get rid of it. Sgt. Brander and Officers Getz and Scruggs of the West Mifflin Police Department assisted on the stop. Officer Scruggs transported Patterson to the Allegheny County Jail. I notified Patterson’s probation officer of his arrest.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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