A 31-year-old man is facing drug charges in Taunton after a two-month investigation by the state police, the Enterprise News reported.
Authorities allege that Thomas Jeffreys is one of the area's major drug dealers; he is being held in lieu of $100,000 cash bail. He was arrested by Connecticut state police and brought to Massachusetts to face 17 counts of conspiracy to violate drug laws. He was arraigned in Taunton District Court.
A 26-year-old Middleboro woman was also arrested in connection with the drug investigation. The woman is reported to be the mother of Jeffrey's child. Police believe the two were in Connecticut to visit Foxwoods casino.
Police say Jeffreys was one of the main targests of the investigation, which relied on court-ordered wiretaps and involved 13 different law enforcement agencies. The conclusion of the investigation led to 15 arrests this week in Taunton and Raynham.
A careful review of the evidence in this case will assist a Taunton criminal defense lawyer in determining the best course of action. Challenging the probable cause for the wiretaps, searches and arrests could result in a reduction or dismissal of the charges.
In setting bail, the judge said Jeffreys has an extensive "history of drug distribution" and said he is accused of being a "large-scale cocaine dealer."
Two other men were also arraigned in Taunton district court in conjunction with the investigation. Jose Frenandes, 24, of Taunton, was charged with 14 counts of conspiracy to violate drug laws and Brian Lacombe, 22, of Taunton was arraigned on eight counts of conspiracy to violate drug laws.
Taunton Criminal Defense Attorney Michael DelSignore represents clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges in Taunton and the surrounding area. The Law Offices of Michael DelSignore are conveniently located in Attleboro and Stoughton. Call (508) 455-4755 for a free consultation, 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays.
