Crime & Safety

Tewksbury Police Make Two Drug Arrests on Andover Street

The following information is provided by the Tewksbury Police Department. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.


A Lawrence man and a Nashua, NH man were arrested by Tewksbury Police Wednesday following a surveillance operation on Andover Street, according to a release from police. 

Tewksbury Police arrested Wallington Garcia, 26, of 46 Pearl St., Apt. 1, Lawrence, on drug distribution and conspiracy charges.

Police also arrested Oliver Vidal, 35, of 127 Palm St, Nashua, N.H. on drug distribution and conspiracy charges.

Both men were arrested on the following charges:
  • Distribution of cocaine (16 grams, Class B) 
  • Conspiracy
The arrests were made on Andover Street following a surveillance operation by the  Tewksbury Police Drug Unit.

The Tewksbury Police Department urges any citizens who suspect criminal activity to call the Dispatch Center @ 978-851-7373.  If you wish to remain anonymous please call the Tip Line @ 978-851-0175 or send an email to tewks_detectives@tewksbury-ma.gov.
   

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