MERIDIAN POLICE DEPARTMENT
MEDIA RELEASE: Thursday, November 12, 2020
CONTACT: Stephany Galbreaith, Public Information Officer, [email protected]
Meridian Police Arrest Two Minors for Multiple Drug Charges
On November 11, 2020, at approximately 11:24AM, Meridian Police responded to a vandalism report on the 300 block of W. Cranmer Drive in Meridian. While investigating the vandalism report, officers smelled the odor of marijuana inside the residence that ultimately led to a search of the residence.
Upon further investigation, officers ultimately seized in excess of 3,200 Xanax pills, .5 ounces of cocaine, 2,240 doses of LSD and over 40 rolled marijuana cigarettes. Officers also located a firearm, multiple paraphernalia items and over $2,340.00 in cash.
Two 17-year-old male juveniles were arrested and transported to the Ada County Juvenile Detention Center. Both juveniles were charged with four (4) counts of felony Controlled Substance- Manufacture, Deliver, or Possess with Intent to Manufacture or Deliver, one (1) count misdemeanor Possession of a Weapon by a Minor and one (1) count misdemeanor Drug Paraphernalia- Use or Possess with Intent to Use.
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The Meridian Police Department’s mission is to provide the highest quality service in partnership with the community to preserve and protect life and property through education, prevention and enforcement. The department has 128 police officers and 40 civilian staff dedicated to making Meridian a great place to live, work and raise a family.
