Fairfield, CT — On March 26, 2025, the Fairfield Police Department Detective Division, in collaboration with multiple state agencies, conducted a series of inspections at local smoke shops in the town of Fairfield. These inspections, conducted in partnership with the Department of Consumer Protection, Department of Mental Health Services, Department of Labor, and Department of Revenue Services, uncovered a significant quantity of illegal THC products, including vape pens, edibles, pre-rolls, and marijuana.
The Fairfield Police Department's Quality of Life Unit seized the illegal contraband, and investigations into these businesses are ongoing. The following establishments were inspected:
- US 1 Vape Shop, 2475 Black Rock Turnpike
- World Smoke & Cigar located, 95 Reef Road
As a result of these inspections, the Fairfield Police Department arrested the following individuals for Possession of Marijuana over 8oz with Intent to Sell and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia in a Drug Factory Situation:
- Aseel Alsaidi (DOB 11/9/1997), US 1 Vape Shop
- Jabar Saidi (DOB 5/19/1997), US 1 Vape Shop
The following individual was arrested for Possession of Marijuana over 1KG with Intent to Sell and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia in a Drug Factory Situation:
- Issa Albahari (DOB 11/10/2001), World Smoke & Cigar
Both establishments were cited for Illegal Sale of Vape/Nicotine Products to a Person Under the Age of 21 Years Old. All three individuals were issued a court appearance date of April 9, 2025, at Bridgeport Superior Court.
The Fairfield Police Department extends its sincere gratitude to the public for their continued vigilance and for providing valuable tips and information related to these offenses. We take community concerns seriously and remain actively committed to addressing illegal activities that impact the safety and quality of life of Fairfield residents. We encourage the public to continue sharing information so that, together, we can maintain the well-being of our community.
The Fairfield Police Department also thanks the Department of Consumer Protection, the Department of Mental Health Services, the Department of Labor, and the Department of Revenue Services for their collaborative efforts in ensuring that these businesses comply with state regulations.
Anonymous tips can be submitted via the Fairfield PD mobile app or by texting the keyword FPDCT plus your message to 847411 (Tip411). Tips can also be submitted online at fpdct.com/tips.
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