Windham Woman Arrested for Drug Possession in Portland

Police found suspected drugs and a firearm during a traffic stop on Forest Avenue.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:36am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a plastic bag filled with a white powdery substance and a small handgun, captured in stark contrast against a pitch-black background using a harsh camera flash, conceptually representing the discovery of illegal drugs and firearms during a law enforcement encounter.A recent traffic stop in Portland leads to the seizure of suspected drugs and a firearm, exposing the dangerous intersection of the opioid crisis and illegal weapons.Portland Today

A 38-year-old woman from Windham, Maine was arrested on April 10, 2026 after Portland police discovered suspected illegal drugs and a firearm in her vehicle during a traffic stop on Forest Avenue.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of drug-related crimes in the Portland area, as well as the potential dangers that can arise when illegal substances and firearms are found together during law enforcement encounters.

The details

During the traffic stop, an officer observed a plastic bag containing suspected illegal drugs in plain view inside an open purse belonging to the driver, Jill Maynard. A subsequent search led to the seizure of approximately 39.5 grams of a substance believed to be a combination of fentanyl and methamphetamine. Police also discovered a handgun inside Maynard's purse.

  • The incident occurred at approximately 9:49 a.m. or 9:50 a.m. on April 10, 2026 in the vicinity of 1325 Forest Avenue in Portland, Maine.

The players

Jill Maynard

A 38-year-old woman from Windham, Maine who was arrested and charged with Aggravated Trafficking of Scheduled Drugs, a Class A crime.

Portland Police Department

The law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and made the arrest.

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What they’re saying

“We must remain vigilant in our efforts to keep dangerous drugs and illegal firearms off our streets.”

— Chief Michael Sauschuck, Portland Police Chief

What’s next

Jill Maynard is being held at the Cumberland County Jail and is scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday, April 14th to face the drug trafficking charges.

The takeaway

This arrest underscores the ongoing battle against the opioid crisis and the need for continued collaboration between law enforcement, public health officials, and community leaders to address the complex issues surrounding drug abuse and illegal firearms.