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After Road Rage Incident Arlington Police Arrest 3, Seize Money and Drugs

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Arlington Police Department
Frederick Ryan, Chief of Police
112 Mystic St.
Arlington, MA 02474

For Immediate Release

Sunday, Sept. 2, 2018

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

After Road Rage Incident Arlington Police Arrest 3, Seize Money and Drugs

ARLINGTON — Chief Frederick Ryan reports that the Arlington Police Department arrested three men and seized cash and drugs shortly after a road rage incident in the City of Chelsea.

As a result of strong inter-agency communication and the quick work of investigators, JAYLON S. BUTLER, AGE 23, MALACHI BARNETT, AGE 23, and BRANDEN D. TAYLOR, AGE 24, ALL OF EVERETT were arrested and charged with Possession of a Class D Substance (Marijuana) with Intent to Distribute. BUTLER was also charged with Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle.

On Saturday at 10 p.m., the Arlington Police Department was informed by the Chelsea Police Department of a road rage incident in that city in which one party allegedly displayed a firearm. The vehicle involved, a gray 2010 Honda CRV, was registered to an Everett woman who was known to work in Arlington.

A short time later officers located the vehicle driving in Arlington and conducted a traffic stop.

While conducting a lawful search of the vehicle, a red backpack was located. Inside, officers found $25,000 n cash, about 12 oz. of marijuana packed in small plastic baggies, a digital scale, and a 150 count box of resealable plastic bags.

The three men inside the vehicle, identified as BARNETT,  TAYLOR and the driver, BUTLER, were taken into custody without incident.

No firearm was found, and the investigation into the road rage incident remains ongoing by Chelsea Police.

Chief Ryan emphasizes the teamwork of police departments in Massachusetts and notes that it remains a crime to possess large quantities or marijuana and to package and sell marijuana on the streets.

The amount of marijuana seized, about 12 oz.  is enough to create somewhere between 600-800 marijuana cigarettes.

“This case is an example of many moving parts coming together to affect the proper outcome. All within a span of 25 minutes, two municipal law enforcement agencies, a few miles apart, communicated effectively about a dangerous incident that had just occurred, and officers were able to determine the likely location of the suspects through solid detective work. As a result, three suspects are in custody, drugs have been found, and the profits from alleged drug dealing have been seized,” Chief Ryan said. “The messages are clear: Criminals cannot escape by coming across a municipal border, and while our communities have made great strides toward helping those who use drugs, we continue to aggressively pursue those who sell drugs.”

The suspects were processed at the Arlington Police Department and will be arraigned Tuesday in Cambridge District Court.

These are allegations. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.

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Georgetown Police Arrest Man On Multiple Firearm and Drug Charges

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Georgetown Police Department
Donald C. Cudmore, Chief of Police
47 Central Street
Georgetown, MA 01833

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, July 25, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Georgetown Police Arrest Man On Multiple Firearm and Drug Charges

Officers Seize Assault Rifle, Fentanyl, Cocaine and Marijuana Plants Following Execution of Search Warrant

Georgetown Police seized multiple firearms, counterfeit cash, fentanyl, cocaine and marijuana plants following the execution of a search warrant at a home in town. (Courtesy Photo Georgetown Police)

GEORGETOWN — Chief Donald C. Cudmore reports that the Georgetown Police Department arrested a man yesterday on 16 firearm and drug charges following an extensive, month-long investigation.

WILLIAM JEAN, AGE 26, OF GEORGETOWN is charged with:

  • Possession of a Large Capacity Firearm
  • Possession of a Firearm Without a License to Carry
  • Possession of a Large Capacity Feeding Device (two counts)
  • Possession of Ammunition without an FID Card (two counts)
  • Trafficking of Fentanyl
  • Trafficking of Cocaine
  • Possession of a Dangerous Weapon (three counts)
  • Distribution of Class B Drugs
  • Distribution of Class D Substance, Subsequent Offense
  • Possession of Class C Drugs
  • Possession of more than 12 Marijuana Plants
  • Possession of Counterfeit Currency

On July 24 at 7:45 a.m., following an in-depth investigation, Georgetown Police Detectives executed a search warrant at 7 Charles St. and discovered a loaded AR-15 assault rifle, a handgun and a room full of drugs and manufacturing equipment. Detectives from the Topsfield, Ipswich, Rowley, Newbury and Salisbury Police Departments assisted Georgetown Police with the search.

As a result of the search, JEAN was placed under arrest. He was booked and transported to Haverhill District Court for arraignment.

“No city or town is immune to gun violence and the drug epidemic, and the Georgetown Police Department will continue to be vigilant to combat these crimes and keep our community safe,” Chief Cudmore said. “I want to commend Georgetown Detective Sgt. James Rodden and Detective Matthew Carapellucci, who both did a phenomenal job with this very complex investigation.”

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Avon High School Group Works with Elementary School Students on Substance Abuse Prevention

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Avon Public Schools
Paul Zinni, Superintendent
1 Patrick Clark Drive
Avon, MA 02322

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, April 25, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Avon High School Group Works with Elementary School Students on Substance Abuse Prevention

AVON — Superintendent Paul Zinni is pleased to announce that the high school group, Students Advocating Life without Substance Abuse (SALSA), recently spoke to several Avon elementary school students about saying no to drugs and alcohol.

On Thursday, April 12, 10 members of the SALSA club visited fifth and sixth grade students at Butler Elementary School to give a presentation.

At the beginning of the school year, the SALSA members signed pledges stating that they would not use any drugs or alcohol. They also committed to being leaders at school and in the community and would strive to be role models to their peers and fellow students.


In their presentation to the elementary school students, they spoke about their personal reasons for remaining drug and alcohol free and how their decisions impact the goals they have set for themselves.


The presentation included skits where students successfully declined peer pressure by demonstrating refusal skills and making healthy and smart choices.


The SALSA students were able to make personal connections with their younger peers as part of the presentation and helped them formulate their own refusal responses when faced with peer pressure and unhealthy choices.


“This is a great way for some of our younger students to see first-hand that it’s OK to say no to drugs and alcohol. They’re hearing it directly from high school students who have been in some of these situations before,” said Amanda Decker, Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist for Avon. “Because young people still have developing brains, they tend to act first and think second. Developing refusal skills at a young age helps younger students to be prepared with a well thought out response before they encounter a decision involving unhealthy behavior.”

In addition to the presentation, an email letter was also sent home to parents and guardians to help them follow up with their children to strengthen their refusal skills.

    

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*PHOTOS* Whitman Police Announce Fentanyl Arrest

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Whitman Police Department
Scott D. Benton, Chief of Police
20 Essex St
Whitman, MA 02382

For Immediate Release

Saturday, April 7, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-742-3922
Email: [email protected]

Whitman Police Announce Fentanyl Arrest After Long-Term Investigation

WHITMAN — Chief Scott D. Benton reports that the Whitman Police Department has made an arrest after a two-month investigation into heroin and Fentanyl activity in the community and seized a large quantity of the deadly synthetic drugs known to be responsible for overdose and death throughout the region.

As a result of diligent investigative work by Whitman Police Detectives, JOHN A. TOWNSEND, AGE 31, OF BERKLEY was arrested Friday evening and charged with:

  • Trafficking in Fentanyl
  • Possession with Intent to Distribute a Class B Drug (Fetantyl)

 

During February and March, Whitman Police Detectives developed information concerning the distribution of opioids on the west side of town. On Friday evening, detectives observed what appeared to be a drug transaction in a driveway of a home near the intersection of Auburn and School streets. Officers conducted a traffic stop of a suspect vehicle after it rolled through a stop sign on Auburn Street near a local pharmacy.

The driver, later identified as TOWNSEND was arrested after an on-scene investigation.

Police recovered approximately 15 grams of a white powdery substance believed to by Fentanyl, materials used to prepare heroin and opioids, multiple cell phones, and $5,000 in cash during TOWNSEND’S arrest.

Fifteen grams of pure Fentanyl is, in theory, enough to cause several thousand overdose deaths.

“We are dedicated, as a public safety agency, to helping those suffering from substance abuse disorders recovery and take back their lives, but this case serves as a reminder that police will continue to aggressively pursue dealers and traffickers who profit from human misery and death in our communities,” Chief Benton said. “This case and the resulting arrest represent a terrific investigatory effort by our Whitman Police Detectives who removed an alleged leach from our community and likely saved a number of lives in the process.”

TOWNSEND is expected to be arraigned in Brockton District Court on Monday.

These are allegations. All suspects are innocent until proven guilty.

 

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