A Maine resident was the recipient of “misdelivered” packages from California containing $2 million worth of fentanyl, police said.
The Winslow Police Department is investigating two mysterious packages that a resident reported on Friday, May 3, complaining that he/she did not order anything or expect anything to be delivered.
“When the package was opened, it contained multiple bags of pills. They tested presumptively positive for fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid,” police said in a statement on Facebook. “A second package containing more pills was delivered Saturday.”
WINSLOW — Police are investigating after two misdelivered packages were found to contain nearly 30 pounds of pills…
Posted by Winslow Police Department-Maine on Wednesday, May 8, 2024
The total weight of the pills was almost 30 pounds, with officials estimating the street value at up to $2 million.
The method or service by which the packages were delivered is unclear.
Deputy Police Chief Randy Wing said the investigation is ongoing, with no further updates being given.
