Sussex County Sheriff

On Dec. 17, 2011, while conducting DWI enforcement in Fredon Township, Sheriff’s Sergeant John Gray initiated a motor vehicle stop on a car being driven by Salvatore Romano, 49, of Swartzwood. Further investigation revealed Romano to be in possession of a quantity of cocaine, a digital scale, and other drug paraphernalia. Romano was taken into custody and transported to the Sussex County Sheriff’s Office where he was processed and charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Additionally, Romano was issued summonses for driving while suspended, possession of a controlled dangerous substance in a motor vehicle and maintenance of lamps.