MALCOLM FRENCH, MARIJUANA CULTIVATION, MAINE 2009
Bangor, Maine – In a shocking revelation, a massive marijuana cultivation operation was uncovered in Township 37, Washington County, on September 22, 2009. The seizure led to the conviction of Malcolm French and his company, Haynes Timberland, Inc. French was found guilty of conspiracy to manufacture over 1,000 marijuana plants, manufacturing over 1,000 marijuana plants, managing and controlling property used to manufacture marijuana, and harboring illegal aliens.
The operation, which had been secretly thriving for years, was eventually brought down after a lengthy investigation and trial. On January 24, 2014, a jury delivered a guilty verdict against French and his company. The prosecution’s case was a testament to the determination of law enforcement agencies to crack down on organized crime.
As part of the Equitable Sharing Program, the U.S. Treasury’s Bureau of Justice Assistance will distribute over $1.1 million to eight Maine law enforcement agencies. The recipients include the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency, the Maine State Police, the Maine Warden Service, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, and the police departments of Brewer, Biddeford, Scarborough, and Gorham.
The Equitable Sharing Program allows federal and state law enforcement agencies to share seized funds to support their operations. In this case, the funds will be used to purchase new equipment, training, and other resources to enhance their capabilities in fighting crime.
Malcolm French’s conviction marked a significant milestone in the battle against organized crime in Maine. His sentence, which included 175 months in prison, five years of supervised release, and a fine of $100,000, served as a stern warning to those involved in similar activities.
Contact: Donald E. Clark, Assistant U.S. Attorney, (207) 780-3257.
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Key Facts
- State: Maine
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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