2 New Hampshire Residents Charged with Drug Trafficking in Maine
Two people from New Hampshire are facing drug charges after a traffic stop in Waldoboro.
Who Was Arrested?
The York County Sheriff's Office reports Brandon Corliss, 32, and Danielle Lemay, 39, both of New Hampshire, were arrested during the traffic stop at approximately 11:30 Wednesday night. Deputy Devon Spates pulled the vehicle over after watching it being driven erratically. As the vehicle stopped, Deputy Spates said he noticed that the passenger was making furtive movements inside the car.
Which Drugs Were Seized from the Vehicle?
Deputy Spates spoke with Corliss, who was driving, and Lemay, who was in the passenger seat, and called for help from Deputy Cody Frazier and his K-9 Rebel. They conducted an exterior drug 'sniff' of the vehicle and Rebel alerted to the odor of an illegal narcotic. The vehicle was searched and officials seized approximately 25 grams of methamphetamine and approximately 22 grams of fentanyl.
What Charges Do the 2 People Face?
The two New Hampshire residents were taken into custody. Corliss is charged with operating under the influence of liquor and aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs. Lemay is charged with aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs. Both people were transported to the York County Jail where bail was set at $1,000 each.
Anyone with information about this investigation or the illegal sale of drugs in their community is urged to contact the Maine Drug Enforcement office closest to them, or by texting MDEA to TIP411 (847411), or by calling the MDEA Tip-Line at 1-800-452-6457.