Tewksbury, Massachusetts – A coordinated, months-long narcotics investigation by local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies resulted in the arrest of a Tewksbury man this week, authorities confirmed.
The Tewksbury Police Department, working alongside multiple partner agencies, took Abbey Kasujja, 31, into custody on Wednesday afternoon following an operation tied to suspected drug trafficking activity within the community. Officials say the arrest marks a significant step in disrupting illegal narcotics distribution in the area.
Investigation Spanned Several Months
According to Tewksbury Police Chief Ryan Columbus, the arrest followed an extensive investigation that began months earlier after police received intelligence related to ongoing drug activity. Detectives from the department’s drug unit reportedly conducted surveillance, gathered evidence, and coordinated efforts with neighboring departments and federal authorities.
The operation involved assistance from the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office, Billerica Police Department, Burlington Police Department, and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Law enforcement officials emphasized that cooperation between agencies played a crucial role in the case.
Arrest and Evidence Seized
Police said Kasujja was taken into custody without incident during the coordinated operation. During the arrest and subsequent searches, officers reportedly seized suspected narcotics, including pills and powder substances, along with cash believed to be connected to drug distribution activities…