Drug Trafficking, Distribution Charges Follow Cape Cod Search

ORLEANS, MA — A Cape Cod woman faces drug trafficking and distribution charges after a recent search warrant was executed.

On Dec. 4, a search warrant was executed at a residence in Orleans stemming from an investigation by the Yarmouth Police Department, Orleans Police Department, Drug Enforcement Administration Cape Cod resident office and the Harwich Police Department.

Julia Lee, 57, of Orleans, was arrested on trafficking and drug distribution charges.

Following Lee’s arrest and execution of the search warrant, Lee was charged with trafficking more than 10 grams of fentanyl, possession with intent to distribute methamphetamines, possession with intent to distribute cocaine and other possession of substances charges.

Other items seized as a result of the search warrant were digital scales and U.S. currency.

Lee was later released on personal recognizance and arraigned at the Orleans District Court on Dec. 5.