4 arrested in Falmouth drug raid

FALMOUTH, Mass. (MyFoxBoston.com) - Four people were arrested Friday morning after a drug search at a Falmouth residence.

Falmouth Police said they searched 148 Central Ave. for the fourth time in six years. They said they decided to raid the home based on complaints of suspected drug activity and drug purchases made at the home.

The Upper Cape Strategic Response Team found four people in the home, all within a single bedroom. Tianna Perry was allegedly throwing drugs in the toilet when they arrived.

Detectives searched the home and allegedly found seven grams of heroin, four grams of cocaine and about $700 in cash, along with drug paraphernalia.

Police arrested and charged Perry, 29, with possession to distribute a Class A drug, subsequent offense and possession to distribute a Class B drug, subsequent offense. They also arrested and charged Gerald Cardoza, 34,  Arcelis Rivera, 22, and Angela Gonsalves, 36 with being present where heroin is kept.

Police found a dog crated inside the home, and another four dogs in an outdoor kennel behind the residence. Animal Control has been requested to inspect the home.