Bags Of Pills, Drugs, Cash Seized In Peabody Bust

PEABODY, MA — A two-month investigation launched in response to community concerns about drug activity in the area of Central Street led to charges against two Peabody residents and the seizure of bags of pills, cash and other narcotics, Peabody police said.

Police said a warrant search of an apartment on Central Street led to charges filed against William Stanton and Elizabeth Stanton, both 51 years old. Both were set to be arraigned in Peabody District Court on Class A substance trafficking charges and possession with intent to distribute Class B and Class C substances.

Police said they seized "evidence consistent with the distribution of narcotics" and that the investigation was launched in response to area resident complaints about suspected drug activity.

"This investigation reflects our department's ongoing commitment to addressing illegal drug activity and keeping our neighborhoods safe," Peabody Police Chief Thomas Griffin said in a news release. "We are grateful for the collaboration between our officers and the continued support from our community."

Police ask anyone with information regarding drug activity to contact the Peabody Police Department at 978-538-6363 or detectives@peabodypolice.org.