Narcotics Investigation Leads to Cocaine Distribution Arrest

Photos Courtesy Tewksbury Police Department

A narcotics investigation has led to the arrest of two individuals distributing cocaine to Tewksbury locations.

On Tuesday, Sept. 8, members of the Tewksbury Police Department conducted a narcotics investigation into cocaine distributors delivering to locations in Tewksbury. Intelligence led detectives to set up surveillance on Barry Drive in Tewksbury.

Detectives subsequently arrested Victor Tejeda, 26, of 51 Osgood St. (Apartment #R41) in Methuen and Francheska Morales, 26, of 57 Basswood St. in Lawrence. Both individuals were arrested for “Distribution of a Class B Substance” (cocaine) and “Conspiracy to Violate Drug Laws.”

Victor Tejeda and Francheska Morales were due to be arraigned in Lowell District Court on Sept. 9.

The Tewksbury Police Department urges any citizens who suspect criminal activity to call the Dispatch Center at 978-851-7373. If you wish to remain anonymous please call the Tip Line at 978-851-0175 or send an email to tewksdetectives@tewksbury-ma.gov.