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Thousands in drugs seized from Oxford County home

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Police in Oxford County seized $23,000 worth of drugs while investigating a report of stolen property.

The Oxford County Sheriff’s Office says deputies arrested 36-year-old Jordan Bennett at his home in Albany Township on Wednesday. They had a warrant to investigate stolen property, but found fentanyl, cocaine, meth, ketamine and prescription drugs instead, as well as about $4,000 in cash.

Police charged Bennett with aggravated trafficking, unlawful trafficking, and violating conditions of release.

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