As the drug epidemic rages across Maine and the country, local law enforcement officials are working harder than ever to keep this stuff off our streets.
According to a press release from the Maine State Police, sixteen people were arrested following a week-long drug investigation.
The release said, in part:
"On Sept. 14, 2020, Maine State Police executed a Search Warrant at 175 Rocky Road in the Town of Northport...
According to WABI, police in Dexter recently made a disturbing discovery, drugs and needles in a car with a child.
The incident happened during a routine traffic stop on Tuesday evening. Officers found the vehicle was littered with pills, crushed pills, marijuana, uncapped needles, and other drug items...