Two Arrested & Charged with Aggravated Drug Trafficking in Maine

Two people were arrested Tuesday and charged with Aggravated Drug Trafficking after a disturbance complaint in Gardiner.

Two Arrested, Drugs and Gun Seized at Residence

The Gardiner Police Department responded to an address on West Hill Road for a disturbance call.

Large Amount of Drugs Seen after Call for Disturbance

Sgt. Kaleb Marston, Officer Noah Lebel, and Officer Matthew Hunt saw a large amount of illegal drugs and paraphernalia in the residence.

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Residence Searched after Officers Observed Drugs and Paraphernalia

Officers secured the residence and executed a search warrant.

Police Seized Cocaine, Crack, 9mm handgun and drug Paraphernalia

Police seized 107 grams of cocaine, 36 grams of crack cocaine, a 9mm handgun and cash along with large amounts of drug paraphernalia.

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Two People Arrested and Charged with Aggravated Drug Trafficking

Two people were taken into custody and charged with Aggravated Drug Trafficking and Violation of Condition of Release. One was also charged with Possession of Firearms Prohibited for Certain Persons.

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Ongoing Drug Trafficking Investigation

The investigation remains open and active. Names and ages were not released.

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