Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest of Lowell Woman

Photo Courtesy Tewksbury Police Department

TEWKSBURY, MA - Police arrested a 51-year-old Lowell woman following a traffic stop. She now faces drug distribution charges.

On Monday, Jan. 11, members of the Tewksbury Police Department conducted a motor vehicle stop on Main Street (Rte. 38) near the intersection of the Interstate 495 off-ramp.

Tewksbury Detectives subsequently arrested Stacey McCluskey, 51, of 45 Walnut St. in Lowell, MA for “Possession with Intent to Distribute a Class C Substance (Clonazepam 1 mg)” and “Possession of a Class B Substance (Suboxone).” Tewksbury Detectives seized 87 Clonazepam (1 mg) pills and 1 Suboxone pill as a result of an on-scene motor vehicle search.

Stacey McCluskey was due due to be arraigned in Lowell District Court on Tuesday, Jan. 12.

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 tewks detectives@tewksbury-ma.gov.