Mustafa Bulle/Somalia/Drug Trafficking, Assault

Authorities in Lewiston, Maine arrested Somali national Mustafa Bulle on charges related to drug trafficking and assault following an investigation into local narcotics activity. Officers took Bulle into custody in Lewiston after identifying him as a suspected distributor linked to illegal drug sales in the area. Officials reported that the charges include possession of controlled substances with intent to distribute and a separate assault offense connected to a prior incident.

Bulle was transported to a local detention facility in Maine while his case is referred for further criminal proceedings and immigration review. Court officials are expected to determine future hearing dates and any potential bond conditions. Homeland security officers have placed an immigration detainer on Bulle, and he remains in custody pending the outcome of his criminal case and any subsequent removal actions.