ROCKLAND — Two Rockland residents were arrested on felony drug trafficking charges after a search warrant was executed at a local apartment, police said Tuesday.
Rocki Prophet, 43, and Jacob Philip, 32, were taken into custody on April 12 following a joint operation involving Rockland Police, the Knox County Sheriff’s Office, and the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency.
Authorities raided an apartment at 50 Summer Street, where they discovered drugs and evidence of drug trafficking activity.
Prophet, who was already on bail for a previous felony drug charge, faces additional charges of Felony Trafficking in Scheduled Drugs and Violation of Conditions of Release.
Philip has been charged with Felony Trafficking in Scheduled Drugs.
The Rockland Police Department is asking the public for any information regarding drug trafficking activities at this location.
Detective Jordan Jandreau can be reached at [email protected] or by leaving a message at (207) 594-0316 ext. 251.
The recent arrests are part of Rockland Police’s ongoing efforts to combat drug-related issues in the community.
The department stressed its commitment to a multifaceted and proactive approach to address such problems, including cooperation with Rockland Code Enforcement, property owners, and the recovery community to support individuals seeking substance use treatment.
