Salem Man Arrested on Heroin Distribution Charges: Report

SALEM, MA—A man who recently moved to Salem has was arrested on his second drug-related arrest since moving to Salem Friday, according to a report by the Salem News.

Curtis McLean, 59, was arrested Friday afternoon on charges of heroin distribution, according to the Salem News report. McLean was ordered to be held on $10,000 by Salem District Court Judge Matthew Machera on Monday, who also revoked McLean's release in a pending cocaine possession case, according to report. 

The Salem News cited comments from Salem Police Lt. Dennis King at McLean's arraignment, who stated that McLean had a 23-page criminal record dating back to 1984, being convicted of crimes such as assault and battery, forgery and conspiracy in Michigan, North Carolina and South Carolina. 

The report also states that McLean had a record of defaulting in cases. You can read more from the Salem News by clicking here, and follow reporter Julie Manganis on Twitter @SNJulieManganis. 

Salem Police were not immediately available for comment.