Fort Fairfield man arrested on drug charges in Maine

A 50-year-old Fort Fairfield man was arrested Tuesday on aggravated drug trafficking and other charges following a bail check at his Limestone Road residence.

Man on bail arrested after compliance check

Daniel Bernaiche had been released on bond after his arrest on 12 counts of aggravated animal cruelty on January 11, 2024 in Fort Fairfield.

Drug items in plain view during bail check

During Tuesday's compliance check, officers saw items in plain view that were indicative of drug use, consumption and trafficking, said Matthew E. Cummings, Fort Fairfield Police Chief.

Drugs and guns seized during search

Police secured the residence and obtained a search warrant. The Fort Fairfield Police Department seized 21.3 grams of methamphetamine, 3.4 grams of fentanyl, 1.6 grams of cocaine and 2 firearms.

Multiple charges

Bernaiche was charged with four counts of aggravated drug trafficking, possession of a firearm by a prohibited person and violating conditions of release.

Transported to prison

He was taken to the Aroostook County Jail with bail set at $7,500 and restrictive conditions.