Two Maine Women Arrested for Drug Trafficking

Two women were arrested for drug trafficking after two separate traffic stops in Lewiston.

Two Women Arrested for Drugs after Separate Traffic Stops

Police said 39-year-old Amber Swift from Belgrade was taken into custody around 12:11 am Wednesday morning. She had an outstanding warrant out for her arrest.

In Possession of Crack at County Jail

Swift was taken to the Androscoggin County Jail where officers found her to be in possession of 150 grams of crack cocaine.

Charges and Bail

Swift is charged with Trafficking in Schedule Drugs along with Trafficking in Prison Contraband. Bail was set at $10,000.

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Drugs Seized after Traffic Stop

The Lewiston Police Department also arrested 50-year-old Michelle Bernier from Lisbon. She was taken into custody Thursday morning after a traffic stop around 1 am.

Crack Found in Driver’s Possession

Police found 14 grams of crack cocaine in her possession. She is facing charges for Trafficking Scheduled Drugs. Her bail was set at $150.

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