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Stoneham Police Dispose of Nearly 190 Pounds of Drugs On Take Back Day

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Stoneham Police Department
Chief James McIntyre
47 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003

Stoneham Police Dispose of Nearly 190 Pounds of Drugs On Take Back Day

STONEHAM — Chief James McIntyre is very pleased to report that the Stoneham Police Department, working once again in collaboration with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), disposed of 189 pounds of unwanted and unneeded prescription medications during National Drug Take Back Day last month.

The prescription medications were collected thorough the police department’s unwanted medication kiosk , located in the lobby of the station. On Oct. 27, the medications were then turned over to the DEA for proper disposal.

“Every dose of unwanted and expired prescription drugs we can remove from circulation during these take-back day events is one fewer chance for them to end up in the wrong hands,” Chief McIntyre said. “I am very pleased with the turnout once again this year, and I want to thank the DEA for their partnership in this great community initiative.”

National Drug Take Back Day is a free and anonymous event coordinated by the DEA and police departments. The event gives the public an opportunity to prevent substance abuse by disposing of potentially dangerous expired, unused, or unwanted prescription drugs in their possession. The DEA accepted pills and patches, but does not take liquids, needles, or sharps.

During its 16th Take Back Day on Oct. 27, the DEA, and more than 4,700 law enforcement agencies in all 50 state collected 914,236 pounds (about 457 tons) of unwanted prescription drugs. Nearly 11 million pounds have been collected in total during the 16 semi-annual take-back days.

This initiative addresses a vital public health issue. Easily accessible, unused prescriptions in homes are highly susceptible to abuse and misuse. Studies have shown that the majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including the home medicine cabinet. Residents are advised to avoid disposing of unused medications by flushing them down the toilet or throwing them in the garbage, as these methods have potential safety and health risks.

Residents who were unable to attend the National Drug Take Back Day can also drop off their prescription drugs at the Stoneham Police Department’s MedReturn kiosk in the police station lobby, which is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

For more information about the disposal of prescription drugs, visit the DEA Take Back Day website or contact Stoneham Police at 781-438-1215.

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Stoneham Police Arrest Two Men on Fentanyl Trafficking Charges

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STONEHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT
Chief James McIntyre
47 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Thursday, March 8, 2018

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

Stoneham Police Arrest Two Men on Fentanyl Trafficking Charges

STONEHAM — Chief James McIntyre reports that the Stoneham Police Department arrested two men for allegedly trafficking fentanyl on Wednesday afternoon.

MIGUEL A. RUIZ, AGE 32, and CARLOS BRIOSOS-COLLANTES, AGE 36, BOTH OF MATTAPAN, were each charged with:

  • Trafficking More Than 10 Grams of Fentanyl
  • Conspiracy to Violate the Drug Law
  • Forgery or Misuse of a Registry of Motor Vehicles Document (License)

On Wednesday, March 7, at approximately 1 p.m., Stoneham Police detectives were conducting surveillance in the area of San Jose Terrace and Lee Street. Police have recently received information about drug deals taking place in the area.

Through the course of their surveillance, detectives observed what they believed to be an alleged drug deal between people in two vehicles.

The detectives followed one of the vehicles, a Jeep, with two men inside. The men were later identified as RUIZ and BRIOSOS-COLLANTES. The Jeep stopped at a nearby Dunkin Donuts and both men got out of the vehicle and went inside.

As they were coming out of the building, Stoneham detectives approached both men for questioning. As they were interviewing RUIZ and BRIOSOS-COLLANTES, officers observed a clear plastic bag with a tan powdery substance in plain view on the front seat of the Jeep. Upon further inspection, detectives observed multiple clear plastic bags containing what was believed to be heroin or fentanyl in the center console of the Jeep.

Through the subsequent investigation, police seized 21.96 grams of fentanyl, $1,616 in cash and three cell phones from both men, as well as the vehicle.

RUIZ and BRIOSOS-COLLANTES were both placed under arrest and taken to the Stoneham Police station to be booked.

During the booking process it was discovered that both men may have been using false identities. Stoneham Police are investigating the true identities of the men.

They were arraigned in Woburn District Court today.

“Due to the good work of our officers, lives were potentially saved by taking the dangerous drug fentanyl off the street,” Chief McIntyre said.

The Stoneham Police Department urges residents who suspect criminal activity to call the Dispatch Center at 781-438-1215.  If you would like to report suspected drug activity anonymously, please call the Drug Tip Line 781-438-1215, extension 3213.

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

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Stoneham Police Department Investigating Series of Motor Vehicle and House Breaks

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STONEHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT
Chief James McIntyre
47 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Monday, Nov. 6, 2017

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

 

Stoneham Police Department Investigating Series of Motor Vehicle and House Breaks

Residents Reminded to Lock Vehicles and Secure Property at all Times

STONEHAM — Chief James T. McIntyre is issuing an alert to the community after the Stoneham Police Department received several reports of motor vehicle and house break-ins over the last month.

Since the beginning of October, Stoneham Police received 17 calls from residents reporting that their cars were broken into. In nearly all cases, the vehicles that were entered had been left unlocked. In addition, three homes were broken into during that time.

“I encourage all residents to lock their cars all the time. Nearly all motor vehicle break-ins are crimes of opportunity and involve unlocked vehicles,” Chief McIntyre said. “Also, please keep your eyes peeled and report any suspicious activity in your neighborhoods to the police.”

To prevent break-ins and thefts, the Stoneham Police Department offers the following tips for residents:

  • Always lock all car doors.
  • Roll up windows and close sunroofs.
  • Never leave loose electronics in plain view.
  • Do not leave money or credit cards in your car or loose change in plain view.
  • Report any suspicious people or vehicles that you see in your neighborhood.
  • Call police immediately if you notice something missing.
  • If you believe your home was broken into, do not go inside and call 911.

Anyone with information about the recent break-ins is asked to call the Stoneham Police Department at 781-438-1215.

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Stoneham Police Arrest Man for Trafficking Heroin

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STONEHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT
Chief James McIntyre
47 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, May 30, 2017

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 781-533-9398
Email: [email protected]

Stoneham Police Arrest Man for Trafficking Heroin

STONEHAM —  Chief James McIntyre reports that Stoneham Police Department arrested a man for trafficking heroin.

ANDREW J. COMITA, AGE 34, OF STONEHAM, is charged with:

  • Trafficking in Heroin
  • Distributing a Class A Drug
  • Possession to Distribute a Class B Drug
  • Possession to Distribute a Class C Drug
  • Possession of a Class B Drug

The Stoneham Police Department, along with members of the Southern Middlesex Regional Drug Task Force, have been conducting an ongoing investigation into the illegal sale and distribution of heroin by COMITA.

On Friday, May 26, at approximately 1 p.m., police were conducting surveillance at COMITA’S residence when they witnessed COMITA exit his home and make a hand-to-hand transaction with someone in a car parked on his street.

Stoneham Police and members of the drug task force then executed a search warrant at COMITA’S residence. As a result, police found 104.5 grams of heroin, 42 Xanax pills, 125 Tramadol pills, 41 Suboxone pills, 552 Methadone pills, three Clonazepam pills and $925 in cash.

Police placed COMITA under arrest. He was transported and booked at the Stoneham Police Department and then released on $5,000 bail. COMITA is scheduled to be arraigned at Woburn District Court today.

“We will continue to investigate and arrest those who choose to bring illegal and dangerous drugs into our community,” Chief McIntyre said, “I want to commend Stoneham Police Detectives and our counterparts at the Southern Middlesex Regional Drug Task Force for their hard work and diligence during this investigation.”

Residents are encouraged to to call the Stoneham Police Department at 781-438-1215 or use the text-a-tip lines to report suspected illegal activity. Drug Tips: 781-832-0156. General Tips: 781-832-0292. All tips are considered anonymous.

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

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