Cranston Woman Arrested on Drug Charge in Providence

Erin Burton, 60, charged with possession of crack cocaine after traffic stop

Feb. 5, 2026 at 3:47pm

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A 60-year-old woman from Cranston, Rhode Island was arrested early Thursday morning in Providence and charged with possession of a Schedule I to V substance under 10 grams, specifically crack cocaine, following a traffic stop on Cutler Street.

Why it matters

Drug-related arrests and charges, especially for possession of hard drugs like crack cocaine, remain a persistent issue in many urban areas like Providence, highlighting the ongoing challenges of substance abuse and law enforcement efforts to address it.

The details

Erin Burton was taken into custody at 1:43 a.m. and transported to State Police Headquarters for processing. She was held overnight at the barracks as a bail violator.

  • Erin Burton was arrested at 1:43 a.m. on Thursday, February 5, 2026.

The players

Erin Burton

A 60-year-old woman from Cranston, Rhode Island who was arrested and charged with drug possession.

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The takeaway

This arrest underscores the ongoing challenges that law enforcement and communities face in addressing substance abuse and drug-related crimes, which often require a multi-faceted approach of enforcement, treatment, and prevention efforts.