""Scale and sophistication of alleged drug operation shows danger to the community," the judge wrote, but noted that Cook has "strong family support," a "history of positive community activities," and no criminal record."
""while we are happy the bail is granted, in this economy, most can't just pony up" the $85,000 bail, his lawyer said."
""His family is doing everything they can to get this gentleman home for the holidays," Ismail told Boston.com in an email."
LaMar Cook, 45, a former deputy director in Governor Maura Healey's Western Massachusetts office, faces cocaine trafficking, illegal firearm and ammunition possession, and driving without a license charges. A judge granted bail at $85,000 after previously ordering him held without bail following a dangerousness hearing. Conditions for release include posting bail and surrendering his passport. Investigators seized multiple parcels totaling about 21 kilograms of suspected cocaine, including eight intercepted during a controlled delivery at the Springfield State Office Building. Cook was fired effective immediately after his arrest and remains in custody while pleading not guilty. His family and lawyer are working to raise bail funds.
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