Kenduskeag, Maine Drug Bust Nets Nearly A Kilo Of Illegal Drugs

Four people are facing charges after a drug bust in Kenduskeag that resulted in a large seizure of drugs.

A Drug Bust in Kenduskeag, Maine Resulted in the Arrests of 4 People

The Penobscot County Sheriff's Office has identified the four people arrested in this incident:

James Cook, 32, of Kenduskeag, is charged with aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs, violation of conditional release, and an active warrant for eluding an officer.
Eva Peterson, 30, of Kenduskeag, is charged with aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs.
Stuart Fairweather, 37, of Newport, is charged with aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs, violation of conditional release, and was placed on a probation hold.
Troy Bryant, 50, of Kenduskeag, is charged with unlawful possession of scheduled drugs and was placed on a probation hold.

Maine Deputies Seize A Variety of Drugs from a Kenduskeag Home

The charges stem from the execution of a search warrant on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at a residence on Townhouse Road in Kenduskeag.

The warrant was obtained after a months-long investigation into drug trafficking from the home.

That search resulted in the seizure of nearly a kilo (combined) of several drugs, including methamphetamine, fentanyl, crack cocaine, and other assorted drugs.

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A stolen vehicle was also recovered from the scene.

This investigation was a collaborative effort between several state and Federal agencies.

Officials say the investigation remains active.

Maine's Drug Enforcement Agents Urge People to Report Illegal Drug Activity

If you or someone you know suffers from substance use disorder, you're encouraged to call 211 or text your zip code to 898-211 for a list of resources available in your area.

Anyone with information about this investigation or the illegal sale of drugs in their community is urged to contact the Maine Drug Enforcement Office closest to them, or text MDEA to TIP411 (847411), or call the MDEA tip-line at 1-800-452-6457.

We'll update this story as more details become available.

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