Cranston police share this booking photo of Matthew Reilly.<\/p>\n
CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) Cranstons Mayor Kenneth Hopkins announced Councilman Matthew Reilly resigned from his position of chairman of the Cranston Republican Party.<\/p>\n
The mayor made the announcement in his first public comment following Reillys arrest Monday.<\/p>\n
My hope is Matt will get whatever care and attention he needs for his own well-being, the mayor said in a release.<\/p>\n
I agree with Council President (Jessica) Marino that everyone should allow the court system and judicial process to work towards an appropriate resolution, he continued.<\/p>\n
Marino also issued a statement on Tuesday, saying in part, The news of Cranston Republican Party Chairman Matthew Reilly\/ Ward 6 Councilman Matthew Reillys arrest and criminal charges are very concerning and disappointing.<\/p>\n
Reilly remains on the city council at this time.<\/p>\n
Police said at about 11:30 a.m. Monday, someone signaled to an officer in the area of Pontiac Avenue and Marine Drive about a man who looked like he was choking.<\/p>\n
The officer saw the man, later identified as Councilman Matthew Reilly, appearing to have a medical episode. The officer noticed Reilly, 41, was holding a glass pipe and a lighter<\/p>\n
Reilly was charged with one count of drug possession andwas arraigned by a bail commissioner and released pending a court appearance on June 15.<\/p>\n
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