16 Pounds of Meth Seized and Man Charged in Maine

A 48-year-old man was arrested and charged after 16 pounds of meth was seized following a months-long investigation in Waterville.

Aggravated Drug Trafficking Charges in Maine

Andrew Symonevich from Waterville was taken into custody and charged with Aggravated Drug Trafficking and Illegal Possession of a Firearm.

Meth and Illegal Firearm Seized after Warrants Executed

The Waterville Police Department said search warrants were executed and 16 pounds of meth and an illegal firearm was confiscated.

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16 Pounds of Drugs with $100,000 Street Value

The street value of the drugs was approximately $100,000.

Law Enforcement Investigating the Drug Case

Multiple agencies were part of the investigation including the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency, the Winslow Police Department and the Fairfield Police Department.

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Additional Charges are Forthcoming in the Case

More charges are pending as the investigation remains open and active.

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Statement from the Chief of Police

Waterville Police Chief William Bonney said “Targeting these source level traffickers is our ultimate goal, as their illicit drugs have a direct effect on our community’s safety and happiness. I am extremely proud of all of our folks whose hard work led to one of the largest illicit drug seizures in the State’s history.”