Drug Trafficking Among Charges For Cape Cod Locals

FALMOUTH, MA — Three people face charges as part of an investigation into drug sales and overdoses in Falmouth, police said.

This week, three people were arrested on Feb. 27 after a motor vehicle stop at the intersection of Maravista Avenue and Randolph Street in Falmouth. The vehicle, operated by Molly Boen, 30, of Plymouth, and two male passengers identified as John Cagnina, 38, of Sandwich, and Michael Averett,34, of Mashpee, were all taken into custody on various charges.

A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of 42 grams of fentanyl and 20 grams of cocaine. Narcotics packaging material and over $60o were also seized.

Officials said this may not be the only arrests as a result of this investigation.

The individual charges are as follows:

Michael Averett

• Trafficking in Cocaine, 18 grams or more
• Trafficking in Fentanyl, more than 10 grams
• Drug Violation Near School or Park
• Conspiracy to Violate Drug Law
• Resist Arrest
• Disorderly Conduct

Molly Boen

• Fail to Stop for Police
• Marked Lanes Violation
• Passing Violation
• Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle
• Possession of a Class E Drug
• Conspiracy to Violate Drug Law

John Cagnina

• Conspiracy to Violate Drug Law