Sabattus Man Charged with Drug Trafficking

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A Sabattus man is out on bail for drug trafficking offenses. David Strout 34, of Sabattus was arrested after drugs and suspected drug proceeds were seized from his home at 27 Meadow Lane in Sabattus.

From the Maine State Police:

On April 22, 2024, agents arrested David Strout of 27 Meadow Lane, Sabattus for Unlawful Trafficking in Schedule Drugs. Strout’s arrest was in relation to a drug trafficking investigation where agents conducted undercover purchases of crack cocaine. Strout was arrested during a search warrant at his 27 Meadow Lane home. Strout was subsequently released on bail.

On Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at approximately 5:00 am, a second search warrant was executed at Strout’s home at 27 Meadow Lane in Sabattus. The search warrant was in connection with the
ongoing drug trafficking investigation of Strout since being released on bail. Agents were assisted by the Maine State Police Tactical Team who secured the residence rendering it safe for
agents to conduct a search. As a result of the search, approximately 200 grams of methamphetamine and cocaine were seized along with other evidence of drug trafficking and approximately $5,000 in suspected drug proceeds.

Strout, who was present at the home was arrested without incident and transported to the Androscoggin County Jail where he will be held without bail pending a court appearance.

Strout’s girlfriend and two children were also present at the time of the search warrant. The State’s Department of Health and Human Services was contacted informing them of the presence
of minor children.

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