Medford Police Arrest 3; Seize Drugs, Money

– Allison Goldsberry

Medford Police, Woburn Police, and the Drug Enforcement Agency arrested three men this week in connection with alleged drug deals in the area.

On March 24, Eric Gullage, 41, of Medford, and James Laureus, 36, of Everett, were both arrested after police observed them allegedly conduct an illegal transaction for oxycodone pills. Gullage was arrested in the afternoon on Ship Avenue while State Police helped nab Laureus on Route 93 South later in the day. Police say Laureus was in possession of “numerous” baggies of crack cocaine and oxycodone pills.

Gullage has been charged with distribution of oxycodone, subsequent offense and conspiracy to violate drug laws. Laureus is charged with distribution, conspiracy to violate drug laws, trafficking in cocaine over 36 grams, and possession with intent to distribute.

In conjunction with the investigation, a search warrant was executed at the Middlesex Avenue residence of Jason Conroy, 42, early Tuesday morning. Police seized over 200 oxycodone pills, illegal steroids, and more than $57,000 in cash believed to be from illegal drug sales.

Conroy has been charged with trafficking of oxycodone and possession with intent to distribute for the oxy and steroids.

“The Medford Police Department is committed to combatting the ongoing opioid epidemic and and it is especially important to partnership with the community as whole,” said Medford Police in a statement.