BRICK – The last two weeks of June were busy ones for the Township Police Street Crimes Unit (SCU) who arrested five people in four separate incidents involving illegal drug activity.
The first arrests occurred on June 17 as a result of two subjects making a hand-to-hand deal that was observed by SCU detectives in the Briar Mills Apartment Complex. An investigation led to the discovery of heroin, crack and paraphernalia.
Brian Vientos, 34, Jackson was arrested and charged with distribution of heroin, possession of heroin and crack, and possession of paraphernalia. Vientos was released on summonses, which included traffic summonses for Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance in a Motor Vehicle, and Careless Driving.
Amanda Meklim 34, Jackson was also arrested and charged for possession of heroin, crack, prescription pills and paraphernalia during the course of that investigation. She was released on a summons.
SCU Detectives conducted a motor vehicle stop on June 22 in the area of Brick Estates on Hooper Avenue which led to the discovery of crack and paraphernalia. Ryan Bannon, 39, Neptune, was arrested and charged with possession of crack, possession of paraphernalia, possession of a controlled dangerous substance in a motor vehicle, and driving without a license. Bannon was released on summonses.
On June 28, SCU Detectives conducted a motor vehicle stop near the intersection of Brick Boulevard and Drum Point Road. that led to the discovery of crystal meth. Michael Stack 56, Bayville was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine, paraphernalia, possession of a cControlled dangerous substance in a motor vehicle and failing to maintain his lane of travel. He was released on summonses.
SCU Detectives observed suspicious activity on June 29 in the parking lot of Walmart. An investigation led to the discovery of Suboxone films that were illegally possessed. Suboxone is a prescription medicine used to treat adults who are addicted to opioid drugs. Tracy Martin 38, Brick was charged with possession of suboxone and was released on a summons.
For those struggling with substance use disorder and their family members, anyone who needs help is welcome to come to the police department as part of the Blue Hope Program or otherwise to help that person connect with the right resources to get the support they need.
