Chelmsford Police Arrest Dracut Man on Warrant, Marijuana Possession

Chelmsford Police Department arrested a Dracut man on a warrant and a drug related charge Monday evening following a motor vehicle stop in Chelmsford.

Joshua D. Rahimian, 28, of Dracut, is charged with possession with the intent to distribute a Class D substance, marijuana, and an outstanding warrant arrest.

Rahimian was taken into custody on Monday evening after a motor vehicle stop in Chelmsford. Police seized seven packages of marijuana, totalling approximately 1 3/4 pounds, and $3,055 in cash.

Around 6 p.m. on Monday, a police officer initiated a traffic stop of a gray 2006 Toyota Corolla near the intersection of Chelmsford Street at Alpine Lane. After running the vehicle’s plate, the officer discovered the owner, Rahimian, had a warrant out of Orange District Court.

“This is a superb example of an officer using his training and judgement to follow through with what initially started as a traffic violation,” Chief Spinney said. “Through quality policing, the officer was able to peacefully place the man under arrest and assist in keeping the streets of Chelmsford safe for residents.”